Barbara Soalheiro

Moments

Saturday

28.09

09:00–01:00 GMT+3

Bucharest

Sunday, 29.09

00:00

19.4° C

Everyday Equations (Work + Life)

Barbara Soalheiro

Barbara Soalheiro, creator of the Mesa method, brings her unique approach to tackling complex challenges at lightning speed through collaboration and real-time problem-solving. In this thought-provoking session, Barbara will explore contrasting perspectives on work—how fast, efficient problem-solving can coexist with deeper, slower reflection. By examining the relationship between work and life, she invites us to rethink our practice and environment, finding the balance between speed, purpose, and pleasure.

Fast Meets Slow: Shaping Work & Life

Barbara Soalheiro & Peter Conrads in conversation with Lauren Celenza

Lauren Celenza brings Barbara Soalheiro and Peter Conrads back to the stage to respond to each others’ keynotes and together explore the interplay between rapid problem-solving and mindful, sustainable practices. Barbara’s Mesa method highlights efficient, collaborative approaches, while Peter’s Slow collective focuses on deeper, intentional design. This conversation delves into how merging these philosophies can shape meaningful and impactful working and living environments.

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Critical praxis involves both critical reflection and transformative action.

Peter
McLaren

⁠Authentic praxis is a constant interplay of theory, reflection, and action, challenging us to grow and evolve.

bell
hooks

Praxis is not just action or doing, it is action informed by theory and theory informed by action.

bell
hooks

Praxis is the dance of theory and practice, each informing and enriching the other.

Maxine
Greene

⁠In praxis, we find the bridge between what is and what could be, guided by critical thought and deliberate action.

Antonio
Negri

⁠In order to change the world, we must combine our ideas with action—this is the essence of praxis.

Silvia
Federici

Praxis is philosophical thought turned into everyday political action.

Hannah
Arendt

The unity of theory and praxis is the basis of the transformative power of critical pedagogy.

Henry
Giroux

Revolutionary praxis requires that our political imagination never rest.

Angela
Davis

Man as a praxis is both something that produces and is produced.

Jean-Paul
Sartre