What do I do when I have free time? First of all, the music. I can listen to different genres for hours, from light indie to classical, it all depends on my mood. Sometimes I pick up a guitar and try to sort out my favorite songs, although so far it's not perfect. Secondly, I like to draw — most often these are simple pencil sketches, but they help me relax and disconnect my head from everyday thoughts. I also like cooking, especially pastries, cakes and cookies. The smell of fresh cookies at home is a small happiness. Sometimes I just go for a walk alone, listen to podcasts and think about life. I think the ability to be alone is also a skill worth developing. And what do you like? Tell me — I'm really interested in finding out how people live on the other side of the screen

I often think about how our relationships with people work. It seems that in the modern world it has become easier to write a message than to look into each other's eyes, and easier to like than to say kind words out loud. I'm sorry that sincerity is sometimes perceived as weakness, and honesty as something embarrassing. But I believe that true intimacy is born only where there is trust, attention, and listening skills. It's important not just to be around, but to really be present: notice the mood, ask "how are you?" and wait for a real answer. I'm learning to build my boundaries and not lose myself for the sake of others. And it seems to me that the most valuable people are those with whom you can be silent and not feel awkward, with whom you can be yourself without masks

My main dream is to one day move to live by the sea. I've seen sunrises on the beach in movies and always thought: It's great to wake up to the sound of waves, not an alarm clock. I imagine a small cozy apartment with a large window, plants on the windowsill and a place for my paintings and guitar. But the dream is not only about a place, but about a state: I want to feel free, independent and confident in the future. To make work enjoyable, there were close people nearby, and harmony inside. I also dream of traveling: to see different countries, to understand how people live in other parts of the world. It seems that traveling teaches more than any books. Someone will say that the dream is simple, but I noticed a long time ago: the strongest desires are always about the simplest. I'm taking small steps towards my goal. Maybe one day you'll see my photos from that very shore. What's your dream?

Hi! My name is Elin, I am 18 years old, and I have recently started my journey in this world. I'm a little shy, but that's only at first — when I get to know a person better, I become open and sincere. I live in a small town, I'm studying, and I don't have much experience communicating here yet, so for me, every new interlocutor is a little adventure. I like simple things: good music, honest conversations, and people with whom you don't have to pretend. I don't like rudeness and pressure — I get bored with people like that. It is important to me that there are those who appreciate my attention and respect my boundaries. If you're kind, polite, and have a sense of humor, we'll definitely have something to talk about. Come and meet me, I'll be glad to see you at my place. Let's get to know each other a little better — maybe it will be especially interesting for me to be with you

Sometimes I find myself thinking: what is the point of everything we do? Is there a great answer, or does every person create it for themselves? Personally, I'm still leaning towards the latter. I think the meaning of life is not something that is given to you, but something that you put together piece by piece every day. For me, these pieces are the people I love, the little joys, the moments when you feel like you're really living. Sunset, good conversation, warm tea on a cold day, the feeling of taking a step forward. Maybe that's what it's all about, the ability to notice the beautiful in the simple. After all, life is short to spend it on fear and dissatisfaction with oneself. I want to live it in such a way that I don't feel ashamed at the end, and that there are people who were important to me. What do you think — is there a universal meaning?