Coeurage Momente - Musik.Kerzenschein.Impulse.

With good music, candlelight and an inspiring theme - curated with heart and courage for each evening - we want to create special experiences in Cologne and the surrounding area with our "Cœurage Momente" event series.

We will kick things off on 12.12. in the beautiful HEJ LOVE Boutique in Cologne. We will be welcoming Makeda and Zara Akopyan as artists. The theme for our first evening is "BE COURAGEOUS". We have invited two special speakers who will introduce you to the topic in an entertaining way and with small tasks.

Look forward to candlelight, fantastic music and exciting impulses.

ADMISSION: 7:30 pm, so you have enough time to grab a drink at the bar and get started with the first little exercise.
Bring a notebook and pens.

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Artists:

Makeda

"Black or white - they're tryna make me choose."

As an artist with roots in Germany and Trinidad, Makeda has often felt torn, sometimes dreaming of straight hair, sometimes of long legs and more than once wondering about her place in the world. In her search, she found one thing above all: a unique and unmistakable voice with which she can express the things that move her, honestly and undisguised. Her songs are a liberating blow that clears up question marks and opens up pigeonholes. Because rebellion can be sexy and vulnerability can be strong. Not hiding your own mistakes, but celebrating them - that is more than just the message of her songs, but also a guide to your own identity.

Zara Akopyan

It can be difficult to come to terms with the past - especially when a period of your life passes without you being able to draw a line under it. "Chances are some things may stay untold", sings 24-year-old singer-songwriter Zara Akopyan on her hopeful EP "in retrospect" (2022) and learns together with us how to start again without a clear ending. But it's not just her lyrics that enchant the audience, her special sense of rhythm and melody are also impressive. Always accompanied by her acoustic guitar, Zara Akopyan captivates everyone with her enchanting voice and lets them share her personal experiences for a brief moment. Because every past event - whether good or bad - makes you who you are today. There is so much warmth in this insight that you want to gain it again and again. Preferably together with Zara Akopyan.

Inspiration:

Ashni Berghoff

Ashni Berghoff - From development aid to modern self-exploration. Ashni, characterized by spiritual depth, has a firm place in the modern world. Her expertise ranges from development aid to sexual counseling and psychological support. Meditation is an integral part of her life and she shares this journey with others through group offerings, day events and self-awareness retreats. Ashni's approach to her work is characterized by openness and progress. LGBTQ+ friendly and Bipoc oriented, she creates a space where diversity and acceptance take center stage. Her modern perspective breaks through traditional concepts and opens doors to new perspectives and creativity.

Nicole Niewiadomski

Many of us toy with the idea of a career change. However, few of us have the courage to actually make our professional dreams and goals come true - the fear of change is too great and the doubts about our strengths are too strong. And sometimes we simply have a huge jumble of thoughts in our heads. Instead of "putting the horsepower on the road" at the crucial moment, we get tangled up and fall into our old rut. This is exactly what Nicole wants to change through her work as a career reorientation coach. Because there is incredible power and creativity in all of us! And it would be a shame if we didn't use it, especially at work. Because that's exactly what the world needs - now more than ever. Courageous people who go for their dreams and create their own path instead of living according to prefabricated stereotypes or society's ideas.

Admission for the event is from 19:30, the event starts at 20:00.

Bring a notebook and a pen for writing.

During the event, personal photos and films will be taken, which may be published for marketing purposes. By participating in the event, you consent to the production and publication of these photographs and film recordings.

For those traveling by car, the Bazaar de Cologne parking garage is right next door.