Student
Intuition
Cultivating inner knowing
A question currently animating me about the inner life/spirit is:
Who has the right to dream? Is that democratic?
October 3, 2025
A question currently animating me about the outer world/universe/multiverse is:
How can I use my 'lucid dreams' as a source of hope?
October 3, 2025
The practices I’m finding most helpful at the moment are:
Journaling,Rest,Creating Music/Art
October 3, 2025
A moment I noticed my inner light kindled this month was:
I took part in a national grassroots movement against a criminal attempt to approve a Constitutional Amendment Bill (PEC), which would shield political figures from being tried without their partners' permission. After a massive civil engagement, the PEC was banned.
October 3, 2025
A moment I noticed my inner light dwindled this month was:
My family has been struggling financially, and in recent days, they've been giving me responsibilities that I unfortunately can't fulfil. A feeling of impotence and annoyance overwhelmed me. My parents haven't been understanding and they've been demanding a lot from me.
October 3, 2025
Courage
Aligning action
Assumptions I'm examining right now are:
Other
October 3, 2025
I originally assumed:
I used to think I wasn't as lucky as 1 year ago; I used to think I wasn't that good at the things I was pursuing.
October 3, 2025
These assumptions are changing:
Now I assume that "lucky" should be interpreted as "better prepared" for that experience 1 year ago, as well as I think confidence should be embraced as a feeling that is not linear and doesn't disqualify you when you are going through a low season.
October 3, 2025
A moment I stepped out of my comfort zone this month was:
I usually avoid writing about topics that deeply affect me, but in the process of writing about what hurts me, I was able to reframe that discomfort. Transforming pain into challenge, challenge into opportunity, and opportunity into growth.
October 3, 2025
Compassion
Engaged Empathy
Something that is helping me build trusting relationships here is:
October 3, 2025
Digital Detox Retreat
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Gratitude
Peers I'm grateful for:
Tristan Herrero Picard
Tristan, you're a source of wisdom and compassion. I'm grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with you on behalf of education. I see good intentions and joy whenever you take the time to share.
September 14, 2025
Maiza Nunes da Costa
Maiza, what a privilege it is to have you in this extraordinary experience. You are one of the strongest people I have ever met. Thank you for always trying to bring your whole self and your presence, even through many things. You are a sunflower, always guided by the light.
August 4, 2025
Peers who have expressed gratitude for me:
Jasmine Muchilwa
Ivis, you have a heart of gold, and you never cease to go the extra mile to ensure that people feel seen, valued, and heard. In our group sessions, you filled our Google Meets with infectious enthusiasm, positivity, and joy that made our conversations even more engaging : )
September 30, 2025
Fabrina da Silva Carvalho
Ivis, you are always there for me when I need . When I have a question, or when English is too difficult for me and you explain with patience. I am grateful for your care, affection, and attention. You are so kind, intelligent, and have a heart of gold. Thank you for being you.
August 14, 2025
Maiza Nunes da Costa
ivis always leaves a mark on me in every interaction we have, it was a gift that TFS gave me and I feel grateful to have such an inspiring and human being, sharing this same journey
August 6, 2025
Ruan Vitor Cordeiro da Silva
Thank you for always being so present and asking me about how I'm. That means a lot to me. <3
August 1, 2025
Magical Moments
feeding body and soul
Ilhéus, Bahia
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Sep 30, 2024
activism gives me a sense of worth and importance within myself. crossing km far away, to ground in a city willing to advocate, create bonds and co-create a space to discuss and impact education made my days in ilhéus the greatest ever.
by august 29-31, connection, people and purpose fed my body and soul. my body was fed with shared meals, in the presence of students from all the cities in my state, bahia, all together motivated by the wish to reclaim improvement, dignity and the right to their bodies to exist. my soul was fed by the sense of "i'm not alone," the drums, the shouted songs reverberating everywhere and the human warmth were all things that set this experience apart.