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26/05/2026

Daniel described his participation in the Erasmus+ training course “Youth Workers’ Lab for Mental Well-being” as a transformative journey that combined personal reflection, intercultural learning, and practical skill development. During the training course in Pernik, he explored important topics related to stress, emotional well-being, mindfulness, and mental health challenges affecting young people today.

For Daniel, one of the most impactful parts of the experience was the opportunity to step outside his comfort zone and engage in open and honest conversations about emotions, self-care, and personal struggles. Through activities such as breathing exercises, group reflections, creative workshops, and mindfulness sessions, he gained a deeper understanding of the importance of emotional awareness and balance in everyday life. The project also helped him realize how powerful non-formal education can be in creating safe spaces for connection, dialogue, and emotional expression.

Daniel especially valued the creative and interactive activities implemented during the project, as they demonstrated alternative ways young people can express feelings and process emotions beyond traditional discussions. He explained that these methods can be extremely useful when working with young people who may find it difficult to communicate emotions verbally. Inspired by the project, Daniel plans to continue using mindfulness and creative reflection activities in his future youth work practice to help young people better manage stress and emotional challenges.

According to Daniel, Erasmus+ projects are unique opportunities that combine learning, friendship, cultural exchange, and personal growth. He believes such experiences help young people become more confident, emotionally aware, and socially engaged while also building important communication and teamwork skills that remain valuable long after the project ends.

Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA). Neither the European Union nor EACEA can be held responsible for them.

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26/05/2026

Valeria described her participation in the Erasmus+ training course “Youth Workers’ Lab for Mental Well-being” as an inspiring and emotionally enriching experience that allowed her to better understand the importance of mental health in youth work and everyday life. During the training course in Pernik, she explored various non-formal educational methods and practical tools connected to emotional resilience, stress management, mindfulness, and self-awareness.

For Valeria, one of the most meaningful aspects of the project was the supportive and open atmosphere created among participants from different countries. Through group discussions, reflective exercises, and intercultural activities, she felt encouraged to openly share experiences, emotions, and personal perspectives while also listening to the realities and challenges faced by others. The project helped her realize how important it is to create emotionally safe spaces where young people feel heard, respected, and supported.

She particularly appreciated activities connected to emotional literacy and self-reflection, which helped her become more aware of her own emotional needs and stress patterns. According to Valeria, the project not only strengthened her practical competences as a youth worker, but also contributed significantly to her personal growth, empathy, and self-confidence. Inspired by the experience, she plans to apply mindfulness and emotional awareness activities in her future work with young people and continue promoting conversations around mental well-being within her local community.

Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA). Neither the European Union nor EACEA can be held responsible for them.

http://provisionbg.org/index.php/2026/02/27/personal-experience-of-valeria-participant-in-tc-youth-workers-lab-for-mental-well-being/

26/05/2026

Sonia described her participation in the Erasmus+ training course “Youth Workers’ Lab for Mental Well-being” as an extremely insightful, educational, and enriching experience that significantly expanded both her knowledge and practical competences related to mental health and emotional well-being. Throughout the training course in Pernik, she explored a wide range of mental health tools, methods, and non-formal educational activities designed to support emotional resilience and psychological well-being among young people.

For Sonia, one of the most valuable aspects of the project was learning how different mental health activities and approaches can be adapted according to the needs of specific target groups. She appreciated the practical and interactive nature of the training, which demonstrated how creative environments and experiential learning methods can help people feel safe enough to express emotions, reflect on their experiences, and openly discuss mental health topics. The project also inspired her to think more critically and creatively about how mental well-being can be promoted within youth work, counselling, and group facilitation settings.

Reflecting on her personal development, Sonia explained that the project helped her become more open-minded, reflective, and aware of the importance of flexibility and empathy when working with people from different backgrounds. Observing how the trainers adapted activities and communication methods depending on the needs of participants helped her better understand the importance of inclusive and emotionally supportive facilitation approaches.

As a concrete follow-up action after the project, Sonia plans to integrate the mental health tools, exercises, and practices she learned during the training into her own counselling sessions and group work activities. She hopes to create safe and supportive spaces where participants feel comfortable discussing mental health challenges, reflecting on emotions, and practicing activities that promote emotional balance and well-being. Through this, she aims to further raise awareness about the importance of mental health and encourage young people to actively care for their emotional well-being.

Among the activities she found most valuable were practical exercises connected to emotional literacy, self-reflection, and creative emotional expression, particularly the Emotion Wheel activities and the neurographic art workshop. Sonia explained that these methods demonstrated how simple and accessible tools can help people better recognize, understand, and manage their emotions in a non-threatening and engaging way. She believes these approaches can be especially effective when working with young people and groups, as they encourage openness, communication, and emotional awareness through creative and interactive processes.

Sonia strongly recommends Erasmus+ projects to other young people, describing them as highly enriching experiences that combine learning, personal growth, intercultural exchange, and meaningful human connection. According to her, participating in international projects helps young people develop important competences such as teamwork, communication, adaptability, and intercultural understanding while also broadening their perspectives and creating lasting personal and professional relationships.

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News Personal experience of Sonia, participant in TC “Youth Workers’ Lab for Mental Well-being” Posted March 6, 2026May 24, 2026 Georgi Kuzmanov Sonia described her participation in the Erasmus+ training course “Youth Workers’ Lab for Mental Well-being” as an extremely insightful, educat...

26/05/2026

Chiara Novo described her participation in the Erasmus+ training course “Youth Workers’ Lab for Mental Well-being” as a deeply enriching, transformative, and unforgettable experience. Together with 22 youth workers from seven different countries, she explored the highly relevant topic of mental well-being through a variety of non-formal educational activities, reflective discussions, and practical workshops. For Chiara, the project was defined by five key words: reflection, sharing, awareness, growth, and discovery.

Throughout the training course in Pernik, participants explored the challenges that affect the mental well-being of young people today and reflected on possible ways to address them. Activities such as the Socratic Walk, the World Café, and sessions dedicated to youth well-being challenges encouraged participants to openly discuss stress, emotional pressure, and the growing influence of social media and digital habits on young people’s lives. At the same time, the project introduced participants to practical tools for stress management and emotional resilience.

Reflecting on the impact of the project, Chiara shared that it significantly changed her perspective on mental well-being and personal responsibility. One of the strongest messages she took from the training was the importance of focusing energy on what can actually be controlled rather than becoming overwhelmed by external circumstances. She described the activity based on the “inside and outside circles” as particularly meaningful, as it helped her understand the importance of setting boundaries, managing stress consciously, and finding balance in everyday life.

The project also increased her awareness of the impact of social media and screen habits on emotional well-being. Chiara reflected on how important it is for young people to become more conscious of the time and energy consumed by digital platforms and to actively seek healthier habits and emotional balance through practices such as meditation, breathing techniques, outdoor walks, and reducing digital overstimulation.

For Chiara, some of the most valuable moments of the training were the group sharing activities and reflective exercises that created opportunities for genuine connection and mutual understanding. Through activities such as the Wheel of Emotions, group discussions on stress factors affecting young people, and card-based reflection exercises, she discovered that despite cultural and social differences, many young people share similar emotional struggles and experiences. She also found great value in creative and non-verbal methods such as neurographic art workshops and clay modelling, which allowed participants to explore mental well-being from a more artistic and emotional perspective.

Another important tool for her was the “Mental Health & Emotional Resilience Worksheet,” which she plans to continue using as part of her personal reflection and emotional self-care process. Chiara emphasized that she intends to apply the knowledge, methods, and practices gained during the project both in her personal life and in her future work with young people.

Chiara strongly believes that Erasmus+ projects are experiences every young person should have the opportunity to participate in. According to her, such projects contribute enormously to both personal and professional development by encouraging participants to step outside their comfort zones, meet people from different countries and cultures, and explore important social topics through non-formal education. She described the experience as “magical and unforgettable,” highlighting the unique combination of meaningful learning, intercultural friendship, emotional growth, and inspiring facilitation that leaves a lasting and positive impact on participants long after the project ends.

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26/05/2026

Marija described her experience in the Erasmus+ training course “Youth Workers’ Lab for Mental Well-being” as deeply inspiring and transformative. For her, the project addressed one of the most important challenges young people face today — mental well-being — through an engaging and interactive learning experience that combined practical methods, emotional reflection, and intercultural exchange. She explained that the workshops were not only educational, but also highly applicable to real youth work situations, providing tools and approaches that can be used directly in local communities when supporting young people facing stress, anxiety, and emotional pressure.

One of the aspects Marija appreciated the most was the safe and open atmosphere created during the project. She felt that participants were encouraged to honestly share personal experiences, cultural values, and emotional challenges without fear of judgment. Discussions related to the influence of technology, artificial intelligence, and social media on young people’s mental health were particularly meaningful for her, as they helped her better understand the hidden pressures many young people experience in their daily lives.

Reflecting on her personal development, Marija shared that the project changed the way she thinks about mental health and emotional well-being. Before participating, she mostly viewed mental well-being as an individual responsibility. However, through listening to the stories and perspectives of participants from different countries, she came to understand that mental health is also a collective and social responsibility that requires empathy, support systems, dialogue, and emotionally safe environments. The project helped her become more reflective, emotionally aware, and sensitive to the realities and stress factors affecting young people across different cultures and communities.

Marija explained that the transformation she experienced was strongly connected to the practical and experiential nature of the activities. Meditation sessions, movement-based exercises, storytelling, and group reflections allowed her to better understand herself while also building trust and emotional connection with others. As a concrete follow-up action after the project, she plans to organize a workshop in her local community focused on stress management among young people. She also intends to integrate mindfulness exercises and personal storytelling methods into her youth work activities, while raising greater awareness about the impact of artificial intelligence and social media on emotional well-being.

For Marija, one of the most useful activities during the training course was the workshop focused on identifying the causes of stress and exploring practical coping strategies through real-life examples from different countries. She found this activity especially valuable because it demonstrated that stress management is not universal and that different approaches are needed depending on the situation and the individual. Meditation and mindfulness exercises also stood out as powerful yet simple tools that can easily be integrated into youth work in order to help young people feel calmer, supported, and emotionally heard.

Marija strongly believes that Erasmus+ projects are extremely valuable opportunities for young people and would highly recommend participating in them. According to her, these experiences support both personal and professional growth by helping participants build confidence, communication skills, empathy, intercultural understanding, and practical competences that can later benefit their communities. Most importantly, she believes Erasmus+ projects empower young people to become more open-minded, socially responsible, and active citizens.

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26/05/2026

One participant described the Erasmus+ training course “Youth Workers’ Lab for Mental Well-being” as an authentic and deeply meaningful experience that combined practical learning, emotional reflection, intercultural exchange, and personal growth. According to the participant, the project went far beyond theoretical discussions by providing youth workers with concrete methods and tools that can be directly applied when working with young people facing stress, emotional pressure, and mental health challenges.

The participant highlighted that the project successfully created a safe and supportive environment where difficult but highly relevant topics such as stress, social media influence, burnout, bullying, and the growing impact of artificial intelligence on mental well-being could be openly discussed. Activities such as meditation, movement-based exercises, creative sessions, group sharing, and intercultural evenings helped strengthen trust and emotional connection within the group while also encouraging participants to reflect more deeply on themselves and their role as youth workers.

A particularly important outcome for the participant was the development of greater self-awareness and empathy. Through the project experience, they became more conscious of the sources of stress in everyday life and learned to focus on what can realistically be controlled while letting go of unnecessary pressure and anxiety. Listening to perspectives from participants from different countries also broadened their understanding of the challenges young people face across Europe and reinforced the importance of emotional safety, active listening, and supportive communication in youth work.

The participant also shared that one of the most transformative activities was a creative drawing and flow-based exercise focused on non-verbal emotional expression. The activity demonstrated how creativity can help young people process emotions, relax, and express themselves without pressure or fear of judgment. Inspired by this experience, the participant plans to integrate mindfulness, grounding exercises, and creative reflection methods into their future youth work practice in order to better support young people’s emotional well-being and stress management.

Reflecting on the overall impact of the project, the participant strongly recommended Erasmus+ experiences to other young people and youth workers. They emphasized that such projects not only provide practical competences and international experience, but also create meaningful opportunities for self-discovery, intercultural understanding, confidence-building, and personal transformation. According to the participant, Erasmus+ projects have the power to positively influence both the professional and personal development of young people while fostering empathy, openness, and social awareness.



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25/05/2026

Another dissemination activity inspired by the training course “Youth Workers’ Lab for Mental Well-being” was organised in Ankara with the participation of university students and young volunteers interested in youth work, psychology, and personal development. The session aimed to transfer the experiences, methods, and learning outcomes gained during the Erasmus+ mobility in Pernik while also raising awareness about the importance of mental well-being among young people.

The presentation began with an overview of the Erasmus+ project, its objectives, and the main topics explored during the training course. Participants were introduced to the role of non-formal education in supporting emotional well-being and building stronger, more resilient youth communities. To create a more engaging atmosphere, photos and short video materials from the mobility were shared, helping attendees better understand the learning process, intercultural exchange, and practical activities implemented during the project.

During the session, participants discussed topics such as stress management, emotional awareness, communication, self-care practices, and the challenges young people face in today’s fast-changing social and digital environment. Several practical exercises connected to mindfulness, reflection, and emotional expression were also introduced, encouraging participants to actively engage with the topic and reflect on their own experiences and well-being.

An important part of the activity focused on intercultural learning and the exchange of perspectives between participants from different educational and social backgrounds. The discussion highlighted how mental health is perceived in different cultures and why creating safe spaces for open dialogue is essential in youth work and education. Participants also explored the opportunities offered through Erasmus+ projects and discussed how international mobility experiences can contribute to personal growth, confidence-building, and professional development.

The dissemination activity concluded with an open discussion and question-and-answer session, during which participants expressed strong interest in future Erasmus+ opportunities and in applying some of the presented methods within their own academic, volunteer, and community initiatives. Overall, the workshop created a positive and interactive learning environment that promoted mental well-being, intercultural understanding, and active youth participation.

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25/05/2026

Another dissemination activity was organised at Kırşehir Ahi Evran University with the participation of students from the Psychological Counselling and Guidance department. The presentation aimed to share the experiences, knowledge, and learning outcomes gained during the Erasmus+ training course “Youth Workers’ Lab for Mental Well-being,” which took place in Pernik.

The session began with an introduction to the overall objectives and structure of the Erasmus+ project, providing participants with a better understanding of the purpose and educational framework of international mobility activities focused on youth work and mental well-being. In order to create a more engaging and relatable atmosphere, a short video from the training course was presented, allowing attendees to observe the learning environment, group dynamics, and practical activities experienced during the mobility.

The presentation focused on several key themes connected to mental well-being and youth work. Participants explored different methods and approaches used across countries to support emotional well-being, as well as the perspectives and experiences shared by youth workers from diverse cultural and professional backgrounds. The session also provided insight into how Erasmus+ projects are structured and implemented, including examples of non-formal educational activities such as group work, discussions, experiential learning exercises, and reflective practices.

Particular attention was given to practical tools and approaches related to emotional awareness, stress management, communication, and psychological support. Through interactive discussions and active participation, attendees were encouraged to reflect on how these methods and practices could be applied within their own academic studies and future professional work in the field of counselling, education, and youth support.

The activity concluded with an engaging question-and-answer session that created meaningful dialogue between the presenter and the audience. Participants showed strong interest both in the topic of mental well-being and in the opportunities provided through Erasmus+ projects. The discussion encouraged deeper reflection on the role of youth work in promoting mental health and highlighted the importance of creating supportive environments for young people.

Overall, the dissemination activity successfully transferred the knowledge and experiences gained during the training course while inspiring participants to further explore international mobility, non-formal education, and mental health-related practices within their own communities and professional pathways.



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