Youth 4 Social Change

16/07/2025

WIN a FREE sport in the Lagom Health Academy facilitator course !!!

We’re celebrating something big at LAGOM! 🎉🎈

The LAGOM Healthy Lifestyle Facilitator Course is now available in English and in Portuguese.

To mark the occasion, we are giving away a free spot in the course. Whether you prefer to learn in English or in Portuguese, this is your chance to join a growing community of people who care about living and sharing a balanced healthy lifestyle. ⚖️+🔁=😀

Here is how to enter:

1. Follow
2. Like this post
3. Tag 2 friends who care about healthy living
4. Comment ENGLISH or PORTUGUÊS to let us know your preferred language

The winner will be announced on our story on the 31st of July.

This giveaway is open to participants from anywhere in the world. 🌍

Let’s learn together and make balanced healthy living more accessible, one language at a time.

25/05/2025

Balance does not mean to do everything 💚💚💚!!!

You do not have to chase every goal or fill every hour. A balanced life ⚖️ is not one packed with endless tasks. It is one shaped by clarity, intention, and alignment with what truly matters to you.

According to the European Agency for Safety and Health at Work, overwork and poor work-life balance are among the leading causes of emotional burnout and stress across Europe. Many people feel pressure to do more, but in reality, more does not always mean better. The absence of rest, quality relationships, and space for reflection often leads to exhaustion rather than fulfillment. 😴❤️💭

Making time for what gives you energy, peace, and connection is not optional. It is essential. Balance is not about squeezing everything in. It is about letting go of what drains you and making room for what makes you feel well.

03/03/2025

⚖️+🔄=😀!!

In today’s health landscape, lasting well-being requires more than just focusing on one aspect of health. A holistic approach—combining nutrition, physical activity, personal relationships, emotion regulation, sleep hygiene, stress management, mindset, and many other aspects of health, along with behavioral change strategies—is essential for adopting and maintaining healthy habits.

Research shows that addressing multiple areas of life leads to better long-term health outcomes than focusing on just one. Shifting your mindset from “I have to exercise” to “I get to move my body” can make workouts more enjoyable, while having a supportive friend or community can boost motivation. Finding purpose in your health goals—like eating a healthy diet to be a role model for your kids—creates a deeper drive beyond just physical results.

Whether you’re seeking health interventions, guiding others as a professional, or looking to improve your own well-being, understanding the value of a comprehensive and balanced approach to a healthy lifestyle is key.

At Lagom European Healthy Lifestyle Academy, we specialize in helping health professionals and enthusiasts to integrate these elements through tailored courses designed for a balanced, sustainable, and healthy way of living. ⚖️+🔄=😀

18/02/2025

Take care about yourself and the ones you love 💜🧡💛

Research shows that couples influence each other’s health, for better or worse. A shared commitment to healthy habits can create significant benefits, while unhealthy behaviors may increase risks for both.

Intimate relationships shape health behaviors, stress responses, and emotional well-being. Poor sleep, depression, and marital distress can contribute to shared health risks like obesity and heart disease, while positive habits like exercise and healthy eating promote better well-being. Understanding how relationships impact health can help couples maximize benefits and minimize risks.

Prioritizing wellness together strengthens not just your health but your relationship as well. On this special day, commit to a healthier lifestyle—not only for you, but for your partner too.❤️

Source:

Kiecolt-Glaser, J. K., & Wilson, S. J. (2017). LoveSick: How couples’ relationships influence health. Annual Review of Clinical Psychology, 13(1), 421–443. https://doi.org/10.1146/annurev-clinpsy-032816-045111

31/05/2024

We trained and from Salzburg (AT), Alcobaça (PT), Coburg (DE) and Skopje (MK) towards a common goal: To create a positive impact for more health and activity in their local communities.

A big thank you to the and all our partners: TAKT - Together Advancing Common Trust, SPIN Sport Innovation, FH Salzburg, ejott - Evang. Jugend im Dekanat Coburg, Geração S+, Verein Spektrum, Município de Karpoš and Coburg.de.

We had an incredible experience at our International Change Agent Training in

Watch our video bellow 👇

12/04/2024

Have you ever stopped to think about the impact that group activities can have on young people's development? 💭 From working as a team to achieving common goals, shared experiences shape not only their skills but also their outlook on life. Here are some reasons why taking part in activities with a common purpose is so crucial for young people's growth:

1️⃣ Development of social skills: Working in a team teaches communication, collaboration and empathy skills, which are essential for personal and professional life.
2️⃣ Sense of belonging: By getting involved in group activities, young people develop a strong sense of belonging and connection with others.
3️⃣ Leadership: The opportunity to take on leadership roles promotes personal growth and enables young people to inspire and motivate others.
4️⃣ Experiential learning: The practical experiences provided by group activities reinforce learning and understanding.
5️⃣ Development of specific skills: Depending on the nature of the activity, young people can develop valuable skills for their future careers.

By taking part in activities with a common purpose, young people not only build lasting friendships, but also acquire the skills and confidence needed to face real-world challenges. 🚀 We, Youth 4 Social Change, are committed to giving young people a voice and helping them!

Let's encourage our young people to get involved in activities that inspire them and help them reach their full potential! 💪

A big thank you to the and all our partners: TAKT - Together Advancing Common Trust , SPIN Sport Innovation, FH Salzburg, ejott - Evang. Jugend im Dekanat Coburg, Geração S+, Verein Spektrum, Município de Karpoš and Coburg.de.

15/03/2024

We spoke to Earnest Fot, a younsgster from Coburg, Germany, who is also working to be a voice for change with his own perspective. 🗣️ "We can be the starting point for change" is one of his ideas.
At the end of the day, change has to start somewhere, right? 👐

A big thank you to the and all our partners: TAKT - Together Advancing Common Trust, SPIN Sport Innovation, FH Salzburg, ejott - Evang. Jugend im Dekanat Coburg, Geração S+, Verein Spektrum, Município de Karpoš and Coburg.de.

Can you imagine being a voice for change? Find out how on our website, or contact us!

11/03/2024

Meet Theo, an inspiring young man from Coburg (DE) who is staying with us in Skopje and is also a voice of change 🗣️
"Never stop looking at problems, never stop helping people," was just one of the important messages Theo Molitor left us.

Curious? Watch the video below 👇

A big thank you to the and all our partners: TAKT - Together Advancing Common Trust, SPIN Sport Innovation, FH Salzburg, ejott - Evang. Jugend im Dekanat Coburg, Geração S+, Verein Spektrum, Município de Karpoš and Coburg.de

Want to know more about Youth 4 Social Change? Get in touch! 🙌

16/02/2024

Join us to meet one of the inspiring voices of change: Stefan Godjov, one of the young members of the TAKT Association (TAKT - Together Advancing Common Trust) from Skopje, North Macedonia. 🗣️He is part of a generation determined to bring about positive change in his community. Come and find out what motivated Stefan to get involved in this project and much more.

A big thank you to the and all our partners: TAKT - Together Advancing Common Trust, SPIN Sport Innovation, FH Salzburg, ejott - Evang. Jugend im Dekanat Coburg, Geração S+, Verein Spektrum, Município de Karpoš and Coburg.de.

Stay tuned for the next episode in our "Voices of Change" series and our ongoing initiatives 🙌

08/02/2024

Meet one of the amazing young people from Alcobaça, Portugal: Ana Rita!🗣️ This young leader joined us in Skopje and left her message. For her, if life were a game, what would Rita's number one rule be? Find out the answer to this and much more!

A big thank you to the and all our partners: TAKT - Together Advancing Common Trust, SPIN Sport Innovation, FH Salzburg, ejott - Evang. Jugend im Dekanat Coburg, Geração S+, Verein Spektrum, Município de Karpoš and Coburg.de.

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