Live-Presentation:
Shoshin – Beginner’s Mind
Anja Landgraf and Jan-Christoph Daniel invite you to immerse yourself in the wisdom of Asia.
Following the success of their pilot events in Hamburg and Düsseldorf, they will be touring Germany in 2026, bringing their stories, images, and experiences to life on stage. These inspirational evenings are open to everyone.
In their presentation, Anja and Jan take you on a journey from Japan and South Korea to their former home in Singapore, then on to India and finally to Bhutan, the world’s most isolated kingdom.
In each country, they sought out the tranquillity of nature. They made pilgrimages to spiritual sites and visited sacred temples, shrines, and pagodas.
They explored breathtaking cities.
They experienced stark contrasts and contradictions.
They learned about life, privilege, health, and longevity.
And wherever they went, they met inspiring people.
It’s not just about travelling. It’s about the learning journey of life.
What can we learn from discovering a ‘beginner’s mind’?
How can we incorporate health and longevity into our daily lives?
What can we learn from Asian philosophies about animated things, opposites, and artificial intelligence?
Gain insights into fascinating cultures and discover their impact on our daily lives.
Learn how you can benefit from Asian wisdom in both your personal and professional life.
You will also find inspiration to help you find your own path to inner peace and greater balance.
Make pilgrimages to spiritual places. Visit sacred temples, shrines and pagodas. Explore breathtaking cities. Experience stark contrasts and contradictions. Learn about spirituality, the privilege of travel, health and longevity. Meet inspiring people.
Lose yourself on one of Japan’s oldest pilgrimage routes. The Kumano Kodo is the spiritual equivalent of the Camino de Santiago.
Join us on the Kii-ji Trail, where every step is a form of meditation. Discover what it means to walk with an open mind. It’s not just about reaching a destination; it’s about finding yourself.
What is it about the small village of Ogimi in Okinawa that makes its inhabitants live longer and happier lives than average?
We explore the secrets of the ‘Blue Zone’ of Ogimi. The answer lies in the sea, music and community. Find out how joie de vivre, exercise and a clear mind are all connected.
Seoul is a vibrant, youthful city with a strong technological focus, yet it is also deeply rooted in history.
Join us in ‘Robot City’, where robots act as museum guides and tradition meets digital creativity. Come and see for yourself how Seoul combines innovation and mindfulness in a hyper-connected world.
Singapore is a man-made ‘Blue Zone’. It is a place where urban planning becomes an art of living.
With its blend of rainforest and skyscrapers, this metropolis demonstrates how progress and nature can coexist in harmony. Discover what happens when vision, discipline and mindfulness come together.
India teaches us to abandon our plans and fully embrace life.
Amidst the noise and colours, a deep serenity emerges. We are curious, pragmatic and flexible. We demonstrate how the spirit of the beginning can be experienced every day. This is evident in places where improvisation becomes a way of life.
Bhutan measures prosperity in terms of happiness rather than money. This land, which is often referred to as being between heaven and earth, absorbs more CO₂ than it emits. It combines spirituality with responsibility.
We will show you how Shoshin takes shape here. In silence, adopting an attitude that heals the planet.
Anja and Jan have been travelling the world for over 25 years. They embarked on a round-the-world trip together, emigrated to Singapore with only a backpack, and lived in Hong Kong for a year.
In this presentation, they take us on a journey across Japan and South Korea to their former home in Singapore, then on to India and finally to Bhutan, the world’s most isolated kingdom.
Anja is an experienced product and sourcing manager who has worked in Germany and abroad for more than two decades. She has worked for multinational companies and SMEs in Germany, Hong Kong, and Singapore. Currently she works for a major e-commerce company in Hamburg and heads a women’s network.
Throughout her career, collaborating with different cultures and travelling to Asia for work have been key aspects of her role. To date, she has visited over 50 countries.
Jan is an experienced media producer, consultant and author with an international background. He designs creative learning solutions and supports individuals and companies through periods of change. He founded ‘Untold Colors’ and facilitates in Europe, Asia and the Middle East.
Since 2015, he has developed and moderated video courses for platforms such as LinkedIn Learning, which has over 200,000 users. His video course, ‘Unconscious Bias’, has been selected twice for the Microsoft Global Skills Initiative.
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