“A human being is part of the whole — called by us universe, a part limited in time and space. He experiences himself, his thoughts and feelings as something separate from the rest, a kind of optical delusion of his consciousness. This delusion is a kind of prison for us restricting us to our personal desires and to affection for a few persons nearest to us. Our task must be to free ourselves from this prison by widening our circle of compassion to embrace all living creatures and the whole of nature.” 아인쉬타인 ("인간은 우주라고 불리는 전체의 일부이며, 시간과 공간의 제약을 받는 존재입니다. 자신과 자신의 생각과 감정을 나머지 부분과 분리된 것으로 생각하는 경험은 일종의 의식에 대한 착각입니다. 이 망상은 우리를 개인적인 욕망과 가장 가까운 사람들에 대한 애정으로 한정 짓는 일종의 감옥입니다. 우리의 임무는 모든 생명체와 자연 전체를 포용할 수 있도록 연민의 범위를 넓혀 이 감옥에서 벗어나는 것이어야 합니다."- Albert Einstein

의미it수다

HELLO, friends!

The ME=WE Initiative stands as a beacon of life of harmony and cooperation, aiming to support Changsin-Dong (창신동) neighborhood through community-building activities.

This initiative revolves around the belief that the neighborhood is the place where all the best efforts of goodwill for a peaceful, harmonious, and prosperous world can most efficiently turn into reality. Every member of the community, whether youth, senior,  child, adult, is a valuable asset the community possesses; everyone matters. The growth of each individual is deeply intertwined with the betterment of the community. The endeavors for self development and for the enhancement of the environment should go hand in hand. Simply put, "ME=WE".

 배경: ME(나)=WE(우리) 창신동 이니셔티브의 일환 

아인쉬타인 ("인간은 우주라고 불리는 전체의 일부이며, 시간과 공간의 제약을 받는 존재입니다. 자신과 자신의 생각과 감정을 나머지 부분과 분리된 것으로 생각하는 경험은 일종의 의식에 대한 착각입니다. 이 망상은 우리를 개인적인 욕망과 가장 가까운 사람들에 대한 애정으로 한정 짓는 일종의 감옥입니다. 우리의 임무는 모든 생명체와 자연 전체를 포용할 수 있도록 연민의 범위를 넓혀 이 감옥에서 벗어나는 것이어야 합니다.")

  1. 전환기에 있는 나와 우리의 현실읽기 

  2. 생각과 행동의 전환

  3. 바하올라의 비전?

    의미it수다 공간은 예술적 표현, 기후 위기, 지속 가능한 라이프스타일, 가족, 교육, 편견, 화합, 갈등 해결, 건강한 관계 등 삶의 중요한 이슈에 대해 기쁨과 의미를 가져다주는 대화를 함께 나눌 수 있는 안전하고 창의적인 공간입니다.

    1. 동네 친구 만들기

    2. 사랑과 지혜의 근육 단련하기

    3. 듣고 알아채고 배우기

    4. 서로의 성장을 동반하기 

  4. 왜 의미it수다인가

  1. 최상의 자신과 연결되기   

  2. 관계의 질의 변형

  3. 매 순간 배우는 삶의 패턴 

  4. 말의 힘 끌어내기 

  1. 울타리치기 (ground rules)

    1. 깊은 경청 (존중)

    2. 각자 자신이 편한 방식으로 참여 (소신)

    3. 나눈 얘기는 그 자리에 두고 가기 (신뢰)

“The betterment of the world can be accomplished through pure and goodly deeds, through commendable and seemly conduct “ — Bahá’í Writings

JUNIOR YOUTH SPIRITUAL EMPOWERMENT

The Junior Youth Spiritual Empowerment Program (JYSEP) is a global movement inspiring young people, parents, and community members to work together toward a better world.

The age group of 11 to 15-year-olds represents a special time in the life of an individual, as the young mind leaves childhood behind and undergoes profound change. This empowerment movement effectively cultivates knowledge and skills in junior youths to develop their potential, enhance their power of thoughts and expression, and channel their energy to intellectual and spiritual growth and service to the common good which will prepare them to participate effectively in the affairs of their communities.

Groups of 7-10 junior youth are formed and facilitated by animators, trained individuals, who serve as mentors and role models. The themes the participants will be studying are cooperation, unity, service to humanity, truthfulness, striving for excellence in their lives and for the community, and justice.

“I can find the materials really benefiting me because in the material ‘Breezes of Confirmation’ you find motivation and it gives you some vision to work for your goals and what you are supposed to be.” - JY participant

“My aspiration is to make this society change. If I look at society, I see that most of the junior youth have been badly ruined by social problems. So I’m trying to make these junior youths know that they can change, and they can transform the society in the future so that it can be a good society. When you transform a junior youth at the age of 11 to 15, they become so much more equipped, spiritually and intellectually. They have the ability to solve so many problems in society.” - unknown animator

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building a vibrant community

CHILDREN’S CLASS: We ponder with parents and grandparents if a man as a mine rich in gems of inestimable value and education can cause it to reveal its treasures, and eventually enable humanity to prosper. Seeking how we can are provide a material and spiritual education at home and with neighbors.

MEANINGFUL CONVERSATIONS: A safe and creative space to co-facilitate conversations which bring joy and meanings on significant issues in life such as artful expressions, climate crisis, sustainable lifestyle, family, education, prejudice, unity, conflict resolution, healthy relationship, and many more.

STUDY CIRCLES: A joyful learning space co-created by participants to ponder and deepen our thoughts and perspectives on spiritual and social themes.

SOCIAL ACTION: neighborhood-based Initiatives aims at upliftment and transformation through youth-led service projects

DEVOTIONALS: With a spirit of radical empathy and unity in diversity, we co-design sacred spaces for promoting an awareness of spirituality, sameness, and fellowship among diverse spiritual practices in neighborhood zones onsite and online.

JUNIOR YOUTH SPIRITUAL EMPOWERMENT (JYSEP): Junior Youth Spiritual Empowerment: The age group of 12 to 14-year-olds represents a special time in the life of an individual, as the young mind leaves childhood behind and undergoes profound change. This empowerment movement effectively cultivates knowledge and skills in junior youths to develop their potential, enhance their power of thoughts and expression, and channel their energy to intellectual and spiritual growth and service to the common good.

changsin-dong community volunteer team

  • Yunsun Chung

    volunteer coordinator

  • Tony Hu

    youth animator

  • Sojeong Park

    study circle tutor

  • Jintae Shin

    youth animator

  • Jongsuk Lee

    youth animator

would you like to join our team to serve together?

JOIN IN The 창신동 community neighbors are cordially invited to join the Mobius Making workshop. We can co-create a safe space to re-envisage the relationships with higher self, neighbors, and nature. Your presence and voice will be sowing the seeds for a sustainable and regenerative future for 창신동.

CONTACT www.innoco.co/meweinitiative | www.instagram.com/meweinitiative | meweinitiative@gmail.com