E+motion (Energy in motion) is an innovative Erasmus+ Professional Development Activity for youth workers, blending mindfulness, movement, nature connection, and community support.
Founded in 2020 by Andrea Fleissigová (Czechia) as an online response to the emotional challenges of winter, especially for those in Northern Europe, E+motion has grown into a vibrant international community.

At its heart, E+motion explores A.R.T. – Active Rest Together, reimagining rest as an active, shared practice that restores energy and resilience. Our program supports youth workers in aligning personal well-being with professional practice, because those who care for others deserve care too.

This Year’s Highlight: For the first time, E+motion includes an in-person mobility in Latvia (September 2025), bringing together youth workers, trainers, and facilitators from Finland, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Czechia, and the Netherlands. This gathering is a space for experiential learning, connection, and restoration, transforming the values of our online program into a deeper, embodied experience.

Why E+motion? Youth workers face high levels of stress and burnout. E+motion addresses these challenges by offering tools for emotional resilience, self-awareness, and community connection. Through yoga, meditation, nature immersion, and creative expression, participants gain practical methods to enhance their own well-being and share these tools with young people.

Our Goals:

● Empower youth workers with skills to prevent burnout and manage stress.

● Foster personal and professional growth through self-awareness and emotional intelligence.

● Build a supportive network and co-create a well-being toolbox for ongoing use.

● Connect participants with nature and seasonal rhythms for holistic well-being.

Together, we’ll explore new ways to care for ourselves, each other, and the communities work and live in.

Partner Organizations: VITATIIM (Estonia), DICE (Czech Republic), PRACOWNIA INSPIRACJI SPOŁECZNYCH (Poland), ENVIRONMENTAL (The Netherlands), LIETUVOS SKAUTIJA (Lithuania), SKEY (Finland).