How do you find happiness, hope and support in difficult times? This talk is for people looking for recognition, support and hope.
Anke shares her own story (ill for almost half her life due to Lyme and Pfeiffer) and translates it into practical tips. The message: happiness does not arrive on its own once everything looks right on paper. Especially when life is hard, it is extra important to actively spot bright spots.
Who it is for
- Foundations and organisations around chronic illness and mental health.
- Peer communities
- Municipalities
- Schools, as a wellbeing lesson.
What you take away
- Participants feel more grip on their life and happiness.
- They leave lighter than they arrived.
- The realisation: ‘hey, I can do something myself. Right now.’
- Recognition, hope and concrete tools.
Format & duration
- Both online and on location.
- Duration: 30 to 90 minutes, usually an hour.
- Tone: human, connecting and inclusive. Joining in is welcome, just listening is fine too.
Great for
- Gatherings of foundations and municipalities
- Community and peer events
- Wellbeing and prevention programmes
- Schools (wellbeing lesson)
Frequently asked questions about this talk
Can ‘Spotting bright spots’ be given online?+
Yes. The talk can be given both on location and fully online (30 to 90 minutes, usually an hour). The online version is deliberate, so people who cannot travel due to chronic illness can still take part.
Does this talk work for schools?+
Yes. ‘Spotting bright spots’ works well in schools as a wellbeing lesson, in an accessible and hopeful way.
What does ‘Spotting bright spots’ cost for a foundation or community?+
The fee is tailored to the organisation's budget. Feel free to ask via the request form.
Book Anke for your event?
Tell her about your event and Anke will get back to you within 24 hours.