The main motivation for my work is to create spaces where everybody can interact respectfully. Be it in outdoor community activities, in a storytelling session, or in a somatic support session.
I’ve been leading groups of all ages for over twenty years in different contexts and formats. From theater classes to a national citizen climate assembly in Spain. I’ve worked as a physiotherapist specialized in mental health, actress and storyteller, group process facilitator, outdoors guide, and community educator.
At this point in my life, I can clearly see that I’ve been following the invisible thread of my curiosity and passion, which has led me to different places in the world and different professional strands. The question that has guided my quest has to do with recovering the health, vitality, and freedom that this Western educational and social context limits in all phases of life.
As a highly sensitive person, I took refuge in reading instead of playing with my younger siblings. From a young age, I suffered emotionally and physically. Searching for resources for my health and well-being, as well as social resources, has brought me to where I am today. I have learned so much from so many wise people, so much to be thankful for.
Today, I feel proud of the path I have walked. I’m taking care of some family members who are in very delicate physical and psychological conditions. I accompany other people as well. Likewise, I lead workshops and activities in which I put into practice everything I have learned so far to create a culture based on the relational worldview of our species.
There’s so much to learn, grow, and play with!
Project Description: Community play session
Website Link: https://linktr.ee/marialonsodelval
Contact Info: maria.a.dval@gmail.com