Sarah Shellow
I am truly grateful for the two months I spent at Kalart! They literally reset my nervous system and my outlook! From the first moment, I felt enfolded into more than a community—it felt like family. Coming to Kalart during a transition in my life and also a bit older than many people in coliving situations (56), I wasn’t sure what to expect. I had chosen Kalart for its openness, kindness, and creativity, and I’m so glad I did! I felt so welcome and alive amongst others of so many ages and backgrounds. Though we were in different times of our lives, we connected over the desire to follow our passions and create lives of purpose, beauty, and enjoyment. One of the aspects I loved about living in Kalart was the balance between time I spent alone in such beautiful spaces (my room and the surrounding countryside and nature) and time I spent interacting with others in such positive and creative ways. I learned so much about myself and how to be part of a larger community while also focusing on my own path. I also enjoyed the inspiring events that came through Kalart and were also available in the small village nearby, including a ceremony led by a Mexican shaman and a workshop (in Catalan!) about using our voices as medicine. I will never forget the playful and profound bonds I experienced with the Kalartians! I loved having people to eat with, explore with, dance salsa with, and contemplate our outer and inner worlds in mutually supportive ways. I look forward to returning and spending more time in this beautiful, heartfelt community. Thank you so much, Kalart, and most of all, Roger and Nohemi, for giving me the time and space I needed to heal and re-energize! The gifts from my time with you are still unfolding. I feel more confident and relaxed as I move into my next chapter.