On March 22, 2026, the second meeting of the “Sztuką przez Intymność” workshop series took place, during which participants explored communication in interpersonal relationships together. The aim of the meeting was to create space to reflect on ways of expressing ourselves, building authentic contact with others and recognizing our own emotions and needs.
In the psychological part, participants considered which aspects of their identity and experiences they show to the world and which remain hidden or unspoken. Conversations and exercises made it possible to look at the experience of being noticed, heard and understood by another person. An important part of the meeting was reflecting on how open and mindful communication affects the quality of relationships and the sense of safety in contact with others.
The meeting also addressed barriers to communication, the difficulty of talking about one’s own needs and emotions, and the importance of active listening and empathy. Participants were able to share their experiences and think together about which strategies help build more authentic and supportive relationships.
In the creative part of the workshop, participants worked with collage. Using a variety of materials – photographs, illustrations, fragments of text and textures – they created individual compositions depicting what is often hard to put into words. The resulting works reflected their authors’ inner worlds, their emotions, tensions, needs and ways of experiencing relationships with others. The creative process became both a tool for self-reflection and an opportunity to express experiences non-verbally.
The second meeting showed once again how combining psychoeducation with artistic activities can support the development of self-awareness, strengthen a sense of agency and create a safe space for sharing experiences. We thank all the participants for their active involvement, commitment and willingness to help create an atmosphere based on mutual respect, openness and trust.
The “Sztuką przez Intymność” project is co-funded by the European Union through a grant awarded by the Batory Foundation.
