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Green Renaissance on Odysee

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  • ONE HUMAN FAMILY

    Humanity is one big, eight-billion-person family that lives together on Earth - born on the same planet, covered by the same skies, gazing at the same stars, breathing the same air.

    We may speak different languages and belong to different cultures, but we are all part of the same human family. And like any other family, we are all unique - we have our own likes and dislikes, our own temperaments, our own experiences - but that doesn't make us any less a part of our family.

    In a world where kindness knows no boundaries, we have the power to create a tapestry of unity, where every person is valued, and the bonds of our human family are strengthened by the threads of empathy and respect. It is time we start to acknowledge that we are all in this together. The sooner we start to greet each other with open arms and open hearts, the sooner we will be able to make a change.

    ‘We are all related. And when you become aware of that, you realise how important it is to take care of your sisters and brothers.’ - Jay Bowen, Upper Skagit Tribe.

    Filmed in Skagit Valley Washington, USA.
    Featuring Jay Bowen (https://jaybowen-art.com/wordpress/)

    All of our films are made possible through the generous support of our patrons.
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    Who is Reflections of Life? We are Justine and Michael (previously known as Green Renaissance). We use our passion for filmmaking and our love of storytelling, to remind our audience of one simple truth – that we are all human. The more that we understand and believe in this interconnectedness, the more we will treat ourselves, one another, and planet earth with a greater sense of compassion.

    Filming - by Michael
    Editing - by Justine du Toit
    Sound mix - by Tamryn Breakey

    Extra special thanks to Sonic Yogi (Jonathan) for providing the opening music track of this film. To listen to more of his magical musical creations, check out:
    Web: http://sonicyogi.com
    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2xJT8mRbrqa7rTY6d4y5Fq?si=UXvHUpPXTca2BE5U8IJtaw
    Apple: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/sonic-yogi/722350162

    Additional music tracks used in this film:
    Watching Stars Collide - by Hanna Lindgren (via Epidemic Sound)
    Memories of My Past - by Gabriel Lewis (via Epidemic Sound)
    The Longest Rest - by Alan Ellis (via Epidemic Sound)
    Our Secret Universe - by Alan Ellis (via Epidemic Sound)
    Lay Down - by We Dream of Eden (via ArtList)

    A huge thank you to these guys, who gave so generously of their to time to help with translations, enabling us to provide subtitles in the following languages:
    Dutch - by Karla Greven
    English - by Justine du Toit
    French - by Amélie Macoin
    German - by Tanja Pütz
    Greek - by Vicky Polychroni
    Hindi - by Parul Sharma
    Hungarian - by Zorka Evetovics
    Italian - by Grazia Gironella
    Polish - by Anna Konieczna
    Portuguese - by Sibylle Steinpass and Lucivani Valvassori
    Romanian - by Anca Zaharia
    Slovak - by Zuzana Beratsova
    Slovenian - by Jasmina Kovačič
    Spanish - by Paty Aguirre
    Thai - by Pimmi Uamart
    Vietnamese - by Thi Le
    ...
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hoABQryaD5A
    13 min
  • SHE LET IT ALL BE

    In the quiet corners of our minds, there's a voice that tends to undermine and sow doubt - the inner critic. The negative one. The one who preys on our insecurities. Confirms our self doubts and attacks our confidence. It might sound like, 'you should', 'why didn’t you?', or 'what’s wrong with you?'

    Recognising this internal dialogue is important because it so often shapes our actions and decisions. When we're too hard on ourselves, it messes with our confidence and blocks our creativity.

    It's essential to name it, acknowledge its influence, and most importantly, not let it take the reins of our lives. Instead of allowing self-doubt to dictate our choices, we should strive to foster self-acceptance. By doing so, we empower ourselves to break free from the grip of the inner critic and embrace our authenticity.

    Embracing our imperfections and celebrating our unique qualities empowers us to step into the fullness of who we are meant to be. And it brings with it a profound sense of inner peace, enabling us to navigate life's challenges with confidence and grace.

    Filmed in Hermanus, South Africa.
    Featuring Catherine Brennon (https://www.instagram.com/catherinebrennon)

    All of our films are made possible through the generous support of our patrons.
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    Who is Reflections of Life? We are Justine and Michael (previously known as Green Renaissance). We use our passion for filmmaking and our love of storytelling, to remind our audience of one simple truth – that we are all human. The more that we understand and believe in this interconnectedness, the more we will treat ourselves, one another, and planet earth with a greater sense of compassion.

    Filming - by Michael
    Editing - by Justine du Toit
    Sound mix - by Tamryn Breakey

    Music tracks used in this film:
    (ArtList Affiliate Link - https://bit.ly/2KfrAt2)
    I Propose a Toast - by Wings for Louise
    Clair de Lune Debussy - by Ohad Ben Ari
    First Morning - be sero
    Light Waltz - by Mattia Vlad Morleo
    Kurofune - by REW
    Love You - by Yehezkel Raz
    100 Stars Vanished - by Beneath the Mountain

    A huge thank you to these guys, who gave so generously of their to time to help with translations, enabling us to provide subtitles in the following languages:
    Bulgarian - by Polina Stoyanova
    Cebuano/Bisaya (Filipino) - by Anna Peterson
    Czech - Khoa Tran Sy and Lea Sýkorová
    Dutch - by Karla Greven
    English - by Justine du Toit
    French - by Amélie Macoin
    Georgian - by Qeti Giorgadze
    German - by Tanja Pütz
    Greek - by Vicky Polychroni
    Hungarian - by Zorka Evetovics
    Italian - by Grazia Gironella
    Macedonian - by Lidija Pusevska Markovska
    Polish - by Anna Konieczna
    Portuguese - by Sibylle Steinpass and Lucivani Valvassori
    Romanian - by Anca Zaharia
    Slovak - by Zuzana Beratsova
    Slovenian - by Jasmina Kovačič
    Ukrainian - by Olha Yurchyk
    Vietnamese - by Thi Le
    ...
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u82MHzbLSYM
    12 min
  • Broken Hearted OPTIMIST

    “The pain of grief is just as much part of life as the joy of love: it is perhaps the price we pay for love.” - Colin Murray Parkes

    Grief is long and messy, painful and unpredictable. But grief is also natural, necessary and revealing. In the process of healing, there's a quiet realisation of relearning to love and finding the beauty in life. It's like slowly lifting a weight from the heart, allowing a fresh perspective to emerge.

    Grief is an expression of love. We find life’s meaning in love. And love never dies. Love lives on in our memories, our choices, our actions, and that same love takes on new life in those touched by it even after we are gone.

    So be determined to keep on loving the ones you have loved and lost. Learn from it. Allow it to inspire you and change you for the better. Carry it with you and look for it in others. Share it with those who need it. Don’t hold back. Be intentional about it. Let it be a beautiful part of who you are now.

    Love! Love without end.

    Filmed in Seattle, USA.
    Featuring Judy Ford (www.judyford.com)

    All of our films are made possible through the generous support of our patrons.
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    Who is Reflections of Life? We are Justine and Michael (previously known as Green Renaissance). We use our passion for filmmaking and our love of storytelling, to remind our audience of one simple truth – that we are all human. The more that we understand and believe in this interconnectedness, the more we will treat ourselves, one another, and planet earth with a greater sense of compassion.

    Filming - by Michael Raimondo
    Editing - by Justine du Toit
    Sound mix - by Tamryn Breakey

    Music tracks used in this film:
    (ArtList Affiliate Link - https://bit.ly/2KfrAt2)
    Who Cares - by Kyle Cox (from Artlist.com)
    Longings of the Heart - by Carol Joy Williams (from Audiio.com)
    Echoes of Remembrance - by DaniHaDani (from Artlist.com)
    Café de Philosophie - by Kyle Preston (from Artlist.com)
    The Night before you Came - by Tom Goldstein (from Artlist.com)
    Fairy - by Serge Quadrado (from Artlist.com)
    Dawn - by Yehezkel Rax (from Artlist.com)

    A huge thank you to these guys, who gave so generously of their to time to help with translations, enabling us to provide subtitles in the following languages:
    Bulgarian - by Polina Stoyanova
    Cebuano/Bisaya (Filipino) - by Anna Peterson
    Croatian - by Davor Bobanac
    Dutch - by Karla Greven
    English - by Justine du Toit
    French - by Amélie Macoin
    German - by Tanja Pütz
    Greek - by Vicky Polychroni
    Hungarian - by Zorka Evetovics
    Indonesian - by Ary Nuansa
    Italian - by Grazia Gironella
    Polish - by Anna Konieczna
    Portuguese - by Sibylle Steinpass and Lucivani Valvassori
    Romanian - by Anca Zaharia
    Russian - by Assiya Marzhanova
    Slovak - by Zuzana Beratsova
    Slovenian - by Jasmina Kovačič
    Spanish - by Paty Aguirre
    Vietnamese - by Thi Le
    ...
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eHKVaNhMlsk
    14 min
  • AM I WORTHY? - Navigating the streets of New York City

    We are all wonderfully unique, gifted individuals, and yet we don't inherently know that. We tend to place our worth in the hands of others.

    Our worth isn't defined by whether or not someone else loves, values or appreciates us - it's inherent. We are worthy because we are alive. We are worthy because within our heart lies an infinite capacity for compassion, kindness, and connection. We are worthy because in our vulnerability, we find our strength, and through our imperfections, we discover our humanity.

    We are worthy because we are a human being in this massive, confusing, magical, surprising world. And that is reason enough to believe in something as silly – and absolutely certain – as love.

    Filmed in New York City, USA.
    Featuring Patrick Dougher (https://www.godbodyart.com)

    All of our films are made possible through the generous support of our patrons.
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    Who is Green Renaissance? We are Michael and Justine - passionate filmmakers, living off-grid and dedicating our time to making films that we hope will inspire and share positivity out into the world.

    Filming - by Michael Raimondo
    Editing - by Justine du Toit
    Sound mix - by Tamryn Breakey

    Music tracks used in this film:
    (ArtList Affiliate Link - https://bit.ly/2KfrAt2)
    Faith - by Ivan Grigorashchuk (from Audiio.com)
    A Change of Heart - by Locator (from Audiio.com)
    Memorize Your Face - by Animal Assassins
    Ballade 1 - by Doug Thomas (from Artlist.com)
    Fly - by Ivan Grigorashchuk (from Audiio.com)
    I Know this Place - by Guy Buttery (from Artlist.com)
    Serenata a La Luna - by Yehezkel Raz (from Artlist.com)
    Good Night - by Fair Game (from Artlist.com)
    Gradient - by Philip Daniel (from Artlist.com)

    A huge thank you to these guys, who gave so generously of their to time to help with translations, enabling us to provide subtitles in the following languages:
    Bulgarian - by Polina Stoyanova
    Chinese (Traditional and Simplified) - by Shun-Ying Lu
    Croatian - by Davor Bobanac
    Dutch - by Karla Greven
    English - by Justine du Toit
    French - by Amélie Macoin
    German - by Tanja Pütz
    Greek - by Vicky Polychroni
    Hungarian - by Zorka Evetovics
    Indonesian - by Ary Nuansa
    Italian - by Grazia Gironella
    Macedonian - by Lidija Pusevska Markovska
    Persian - by Mona Zadsham
    Portuguese - by Sibylle Steinpass and Lucivani Valvassori
    Romanian - by Anca Zaharia
    Slovak - by Zuzana Beratsova
    Slovenian - by Jasmina Kovačič
    Vietnamese - by Thi Le
    ...
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=22lv-Ki9iVA
    18 min
  • LIFE is MAGIC

    When out in nature, we often feel so small, dwarfed by the grand sweep of the stars, the oceans, and the mountains. And yet we are still part of it all - connected to the miracle of the first flower to emerge from the soil, awed by the iridescent flash of wings in mid-flight, the feeling of a raindrop rolling down the face, or the spiralling song of a bird up above.

    Nature can be a wonderful friend, a source of true healing and inspiration. It is full of enduring beauty, wonder, and mystery — a place that nourishes us physically and spiritually every single day.

    In nature, we can know that, as small and short-lived as we are, we still belong to the universe. We are part of the everlasting grandeur and mystery. And our lives are inseparable from the world’s many different natural spectacles, breathtaking occurrences, and unforgettable magic moments.

    “Magic, magic, magic - I am part of magic. What more could I ask for?” - Harry Owen

    Filmed in Stellenbosch, South Africa.
    Featuring Harry Owen.

    Both poems which Harry reads during this film, are written by him. If you would like to know more about Harry and the books which he has published, visit his website - www.harryowen.co.za

    All of our films are made possible through the generous support of our patrons.
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    Who is Green Renaissance? We are Michael and Justine - passionate filmmakers, living off-grid and dedicating our time to making films that we hope will inspire and share positivity out into the world.

    Filming - by Michael Raimondo
    Editing - by Justine du Toit
    Sound mix - by Tamryn Breakey

    Music tracks used in this film:
    Foglie E Carta - by Bottega Baltazar (from Artlist.com)
    Divine Splendor - by Ian Post (from Artlist.com)
    Sunday Afternoon - by IAmDayLighy (from Artlist.com)
    Distant Memories - by J Scott Rakozy (from Audiio.com)
    Close - by Eleven Tales (from Artlist.com)
    A Lasting Peace - by Be Still The Earth (from Artlist.com)
    Gradient - by Philip Daniel (from Artlist.com)
    Recovery - by Cloud Cover (from Artlist.com)
    Horizon - by Cloud Cover (from Artlist.com)

    A huge thank you to these guys, who gave so generously of their to time to help with translations, enabling us to provide subtitles in the following languages:
    Bulgarian - by Polina Stoyanova
    Cebuano/Bisaya (Filipino) - by Anna Peterson
    Chinese (Traditional and Simplified) - by Shun-Ying Lu
    Croatian - by Davor Bobanac
    Dutch - by Karla Greven
    English - by Justine du Toit
    French - by Amélie Macoin
    German - by Tanja Pütz
    Greek - by Vicky Polychroni
    Hungarian - by Zorka Evetovics
    Indonesian - by Ary Nuansa
    Italian - by Grazia Gironella
    Macedonian - by Lidija Pusevska Markovska
    Persian - by Mona Zadsham
    Polish - by Anna Konieczna
    Portuguese - by Sibylle Steinpass and Lucivani Valvassori
    Romanian - by Anca Zaharia
    Slovak - by Zuzana Beratsova
    Slovenian - by Jasmina Kovačič
    Ukrainian - by Olha Yurchyk
    Vietnamese - by Thi Le
    ...
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OAepUyMhCKo
    15 min
  • SECRET to Enlightenment

    Loving yourself is one of the hardest things for an individual to do.

    We’ve been taught, from an early age, that there are good parts and bad parts of who we are. We begin to see those 'bad' parts of ourselves as something to be avoided at all costs. And yet, our shadow selves wouldn’t be as insidious if we accepted them instead of burying them away. If we can look at all parts of ourselves and say, “I accept you just the way you are” then in a stroke of irony, those parts of ourselves that we labeled as negative wouldn't have that much sway over our behaviour patterns.

    That is what enlightenment is - lightening up on yourself and bringing the shadow to the light - learning to love and accept yourself unconditionally - being one and being complete with the totality of who you are. That is the secret.

    Filmed in Singapore.
    Featuring Zee (https://zeecornelius.com; Instagram: zeecrnls)

    All of our films are made possible through the generous support of our patrons.
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    Who is Green Renaissance? We are Michael and Justine - passionate filmmakers, living off-grid and dedicating our time to making films that we hope will inspire and share positivity out into the world.

    Filming - by Michael Raimondo
    Editing - by Justine du Toit
    Sound mix - by Tamryn Breakey

    This video was produced in collaboration with The Everyday People, an online publication that shares inspiring stories of those living in Singapore. It is part of their ongoing video series "A Singapore Story".

    Music sourced from ArtList - https://bit.ly/2KfrAt2
    Understanding a Loss - by Marshall Usinger
    Telephones - by mee
    Depart - by Kyle Preston
    I See You in Light - by We Dream of Eden
    Ballerina - by Yehezkel Raz
    I'll Understand - by Roza

    A huge thank you to these guys, who gave so generously of their to time to help with translations, enabling us to provide subtitles in the following languages:
    Bulgarian - by Polina Stoyanova
    Chinese (Traditional and Simplified) - by Shun-Ying Lu
    Croatian - by Davor Bobanac
    Dutch - by Karla Greven
    English - by Justine du Toit
    French - by Amélie Macoin
    German - by Tanja Pütz
    Greek - by Vicky Polychroni
    Hungarian - by Zorka Evetovics
    Italian - by Grazia Gironella
    Malay - by Zee Khamal
    Polish - by Anna Konieczna
    Portuguese - by Sibylle Steinpass and Lucivani Valvassori
    Romanian - by Anca Zaharia
    Slovak - by Zuzana Beratsova
    Vietnamese - by Thi Le
    ...
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jhn1L9FAJ10
    11 min
  • A GRATEFUL GLIMPSE

    Life can be tough, and it makes people act tough too. But this is often not a true reflection of their inner selves - rather it is a shield to protect themselves against the hardships and uncertainties of this world.

    Behind every stern facade or weathered demeanor, there's a story waiting to be heard, wounds in need of healing, and a heart capable of boundless compassion. Beneath the layers of self-preservation, lies the genuine desire to connect, empathise, and be there for others.

    And when we catch a glimpse of the beauty of the human spirit, we are reminded that kindness and love reside within us all, awaiting the chance to bloom and illuminate the world.

    Filmed in Cape Town, South Africa
    Featuring Peter van Straten - https://www.petervanstraten.co.za

    All of our films are made possible through the generous support of our patrons.
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    Who is Green Renaissance? We are Michael and Justine - passionate filmmakers, living off-grid and dedicating our time to making films that we hope will inspire and share positivity out into the world.

    Filming - by Michael Raimondo
    Editing - by Justine du Toit
    Sound mix - by Tamryn Breakey

    Music tracks used in this film:
    Unwritten Things - by Minismus (via Audiio.com)
    Madhyaratri Midnight - by Yotam Agam (via Audiio.com)
    Night Sky - by Charlie Ryan (via Arlist.com)
    2-22 - by Roniit (via Audiio.com)
    Home Time - by NoDrums (via Arlist.com)
    After You Came - by Yehezkel Raz (via Arlist.com)
    Before You Left - by Yehezkel Raz (via Arlist.com)
    Quinquangular - by REW (via Arlist.com)
    Calliope - by Sonant (via Audiio.com)
    Unwritten - by Minismus (via Audiio.com)

    A huge thank you to these guys, who gave so generously of their to time to help with translations, enabling us to provide subtitles in the following languages:
    Bulgarian - by Polina Stoyanova
    Chinese (Traditional and Simplified) - by Shun-Ying Lu
    Croatian - by Davor Bobanac
    Dutch - by Karla Greven
    English - by Justine du Toit
    French - by Amélie Macoin
    German - by Tanja Pütz
    Greek - by Vicky Polychroni
    Hindi - by Parul Sharma
    Hungarian - by Zorka Evetovics
    Indonesian - by Ary Nuansa
    Italian - by Grazia Gironella
    Macedonian - by Lidija Pusevska Markovska
    Persian - by Mona Zadsham
    Romanian - by Anca Zaharia
    Slovak - by Zuzana Beratsova
    Slovenian - by Jasmina Kovačič
    Vietnamese - by Thi Le
    ...
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PBPY9V60qBA
    12 min
  • LETTING GO, GENTLY

    The real treasures in life are not found in the attic or contained in any physical thing. Our hearts know that real treasures are simply moments, memories and people.

    Yet our thoughts cloud what our hearts see so clearly. Our mind tells us to hold on so that we don’t lose something or miss out on anything - that if we let it go, we won’t have enough - and that if we don’t have enough, we won’t be enough.

    But no matter how much money you make or how much you have, you’ll never be more content, healthy, happy or loved. Nothing you own will bring someone back into your life or make someone in your life love you more.

    If you want a joyful life that is filled with love and happiness, align your actions with your heart. When you finally let go, your heart will embrace your real treasures.

    Happiness is letting go of what you think your life is supposed to look like and enjoying it for everything that it is.

    Filmed in Cape Town, South Africa.
    Featuring Gina Niederhumer.

    All of our films are made possible through the generous support of our patrons.
    To be part of this journey : https://www.patreon.com/greenrenaissance
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    Who is Green Renaissance? We are Michael and Justine - passionate filmmakers, living off-grid and dedicating our time to making films that we hope will inspire and share positivity out into the world.

    Filming - by Michael Raimondo
    Editing - by Justine du Toit
    Sound mix - by Tamryn Breakey

    Music tracks used in this film:
    Alices Theme - by Jakob Lindhagen (via Audiio)
    Orange Leaves - by Goldfinch (via Audiio)
    Making a Life - by Nova (via Audiio)
    Fragile - by Matteo De Grandis (via Audiio)
    A Great Distance - by Philip Daniel (via Audiio)
    Moving Towards Resolution - by Spearfisher (via Audiio)
    Minning - by Osker Wyld (via ArtList)
    Nostalgia - by Osker Wyld (via ArtList)
    Tea for One - by Yehezkel Raz (via ArtList)

    A huge thank you to these guys, who gave so generously of their to time to help with translations, enabling us to provide subtitles in the following languages:
    Bulgarian - by Polina Stoyanova
    Chinese (Traditional and Simplified) - by Shun-Ying Lu
    Dutch - by Karla Greven
    English - by Justine du Toit
    French - by Amélie Macoin
    German - by Tanja Pütz
    Greek - by Vicky Polychroni
    Hindi - by Parul Sharma
    Hungarian - by Zorka Evetovics
    Indonesian - by Ary Nuansa
    Italian - by Grazia Gironella
    Macedonian - by Lidija Pusevska Markovska
    Polish - by Anna Konieczna
    Portuguese - by Sibylle Steinpass and Lucivani Valvassori
    Romanian - by Anca Zaharia
    Slovak - by Zuzana Beratsova
    Slovenian - by Jasmina Kovačič
    Thai - by Pimmi Uamart
    Vietnamese - by Thi Le
    ...
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LG7uzUUnWWg
    13 min
  • ONE DAY

    From the bustling streets of busy cities to the serene landscapes of remote towns and villages, humanity encompasses a remarkable array of cultures and traditions. Yet beneath our diverse appearances and backgrounds, we all share similar experiences of joy and pain, love, and loss. When we start to embrace this shared humanity, focussing on the qualities that unite us, we start to create a sense of empathy and understanding.

    When we seek to truly understand the perspectives and emotions of others, we put ourselves in their shoes, bridging the gap between ourselves and others. And by leading with kindness, we create a ripple effect that spreads throughout our communities and beyond, contributing to a more compassionate and inclusive society.

    In the words of Archbishop Desmond Tutu, “We are different so that we can know our need of one another. For no one is ultimately self-sufficient.”

    Filmed in Singapore.
    Featuring Weish (https://www.instagram.com/wweishh/)

    All of our films are made possible through the generous support of our patrons.
    To be part of this journey : https://www.patreon.com/greenrenaissance
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    Who is Green Renaissance? We are Michael and Justine - passionate filmmakers, living off-grid and dedicating our time to making films that we hope will inspire and share positivity out into the world.

    Filming - by Michael Raimondo
    Editing - by Justine du Toit
    Sound mix - by Tamryn Breakey

    This video was produced in collaboration with The Everyday People, an online publication that shares inspiring stories of those living in Singapore. It is part of their ongoing video series "A Singapore Story".

    Music sourced from ArtList - https://bit.ly/2KfrAt2
    Reflections on the Water - by Spearfisher
    Altered Communications - by Emanuele Errante
    One Day - by Weish
    Tremors - by Spearfisher
    Grow Slow Grow Deep - by We Dream of Eden
    Blue Waltz - by Yoav Ilan

    A huge thank you to these guys, who gave so generously of their to time to help with translations, enabling us to provide subtitles in the following languages:
    Bulgarian - by Polina Stoyanova
    Chinese (Traditional and Simplified) - by Shun-Ying Lu
    Dutch - by Karla Greven
    English - by Justine du Toit
    French - by Amélie Macoin
    German - by Tanja Pütz
    Greek - by Vicky Polychroni
    Hungarian - by Zorka Evetovics
    Indonesian - by Ary Nuansa
    Italian - by Grazia Gironella
    Macedonian - by Lidija Pusevska Markovska
    Malay - by Arman Shah
    Polish - by Anna Konieczna
    Portuguese - by Sibylle Steinpass and Lucivani Valvassori
    Romanian - by Anca Zaharia
    Slovenian - by Jasmina Kovačič
    Spanish - by Emanuel Mori
    Vietnamese - by Thi Le
    ...
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=01QABFcTyFo
    21 min
  • What's Stopping You?

    Take a moment to think about what you are afraid of. What is consuming your thoughts, holding you back?

    Fear keeps us in our comfort zones, which are, in truth, the least safe place in which to live. So rather than fear change, let's embrace it. Let's look at all of the things that aren't working in our lives and consider the changes that would transform them. And then, one by one, start to make those changes - to dive into the sea of possibility it creates.

    Of course, it doesn’t mean that we should completely eradicate the feeling of fear, because it does serve a purpose in our lives. It’s all about finding the golden middle, embracing fear as part of our life and as an emotion that can help avoid dangers, while at the same time fighting the ‘unnecessary’ fear that impacts one’s life in a negative way.

    If you can't dive in, that's okay. Tip toe, baby step, crawl if you have to. Just keep moving forward, into what is already becoming your new and beautiful world. It's in your power. You just have to begin.

    Filmed in Singapore.
    Featuring John Chong (https://www.beeamazed.com.sg)

    All of our films are made possible through the generous support of our patrons.
    To be part of this journey : https://www.patreon.com/greenrenaissance
    If you'd prefer to make once off contribution, our PayPal details are : paypal.me/greenrenaissance

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    Who is Green Renaissance? We are Michael and Justine - passionate filmmakers, living off-grid and dedicating our time to making films that we hope will inspire and share positivity out into the world.

    Filming - by Michael Raimondo
    Editing - by Justine du Toit
    Sound mix - by Tamryn Breakey

    This video was produced in collaboration with The Everyday People, an online publication that shares inspiring stories of those living in Singapore. It is part of their ongoing video series "A Singapore Story".

    Music sourced from ArtList - https://bit.ly/2KfrAt2
    Deep Dive - by Master Minded
    You and Me - by Beneath the Mountain
    Plant Your Fields - by We Dream of Eden
    Silence Becomes Her - by Dear Gravity
    Lifelines - by Nobou
    Gone - by Beneath the Mountain
    Plead Pause - by Dear Gravity

    A huge thank you to these guys, who gave so generously of their to time to help with translations, enabling us to provide subtitles in the following languages:
    Bulgarian - by Polina Stoyanova
    Chinese (Traditional and Simplified) - by Shun-Ying Lu
    Dutch - by Karla Greven
    English - by Justine du Toit
    French - by Amélie Macoin
    Georgian - by Qeti Giorgadze
    German - by Tanja Pütz
    Greek - by Vicky Polychroni
    Hindi - by Parul Sharma
    Hungarian - by Zorka Evetovics
    Indonesian - by Ary Nuansa
    Italian - by Grazia Gironella
    Macedonian - by Lidija Pusevska Markovska
    Persian - by Mona Zadsham
    Polish - by Anna Konieczna
    Portuguese - by Sibylle Steinpass and Lucivani Valvassori
    Romanian - by Anca Zaharia
    Russian - by Assiya Marzhanova
    Slovak - by Zuzana Beratsova
    Slovenian - by Jasmina Kovačič
    Spanish - by Emanuel Mori
    Vietnamese - by Thi Le
    ...
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zYnUSegejs8
    11 min

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