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When I listen to violin music, I get goose bumps. It makes me happy and brings tears to my eyes. A roaring orchestra provides pleasant showers, a deep singing voice has a calming effect on me. It's kind of amazing how much sounds influence me and direct my emotional world. When I need peace, I turn to music.

Fatima, 25 years, Afghanistan

Creating a feeling of peace in me I achieve best with a lot of fresh air and movement. I love biking, even more I like walking far and speedy through forests and fields. No matter how nervous I was before, it soothes my spirit. Then I become peaceful.

Ina, 48 years, Germany

We give each other space and tell each other about our experiences. That is freedom and peace.

Suham, 32 years, Iraq

Learning a foreign language challenges me and makes me forget everything around me. If I forget everything around me, I am at peace.

Raimond, 31 years, Spain

Talking to a dear one totally calms me down. I can let myself go with someone who knows me well and to whom I don't have to explain anything.

Monique, 41 years, Netherlands

In the mountains I see no borders, no barriers. This is where community counts. It doesn't matter where I'm from. There is no competition here. It's the way up what counts. I don't stay on the summit for long. But it's still that short, intense moment, full of silence, that is worth all the effort. Far from civilization: For a moment I come to rest and enjoy the limitless peace.

Andreas, 54 years, Germany

A good partnership is like a flying kite: Freedom and security are united. If I can give my husband security and freedom, I am happy. Then that is a contribution from me for peace in our partnership.

Zhi, 34 years, China