Reflection

When I saw this year’s contest theme, I immediately knew I wanted to talk about my own story which sends an important message about the positive impact of spending time in nature on mental wellbeing and I hope will bring positivity into the life of my audience and help anyone who watches my film on their path of life. The major sources of inspiration for my work were my daily surroundings: the ocean and its inhabitants, our sailing ship and my family, especially my mum who always taught me to listen to my emotions. While making this film I realised that if you respect nature you will learn to respect yourself. I understood a lot about myself, and I am very proud to have been brave enough to talk so openly about some difficult moments in my life and share my voyage through the Pacific Ocean and to a more confident “me”.