ON THE ROAD WITH US – BALÁZS'S EXPERIENCES FROM OUR MOROCCAN CAMP - Dharmaral Adventure

We are passionate about art, and I can confidently say this on behalf of the entire Dharmaral team.

Our Moroccan friends often take out their guitars on the first evening at the camp and show off their endless talent, always creating a special atmosphere.

But now something truly special happened.

This time it was one of our passengers, Balázs, who charmed everyone. Truly no one expected it, and I became one of his biggest fans with tears in my eyes.

On the subsequent days of the camp, when Balázs picked up his guitar, the team sang Közeli helyeken together, but in reality, we just let ourselves enjoy his talent.

I've brought you a truly inspiring story about new beginnings. A former pop star whom you most likely encountered before – on TV, on the radio, in the late 2000s, she traveled with us, and today she's on a completely different path, and on this path too, she's reached the top, all while handling it with the greatest humility.

But let him tell that story.

Get to know Balázs's story.

If a close friend had to introduce you, what do you think they would say about you? If a close friend were to introduce me, they would probably say that I am a fundamentally calm person with an extremely positive outlook, who loves to find experiences even in the simplest moments. I think they would highlight that I am quite persistent; if I start something, I do it with all my heart and soul, whether it's work, music, or travel.

Furthermore, he would probably add with a smile that although much has changed in my life, one thing has remained constant: that I always approach new things with an open mind and curiosity, because I believe that's what makes life truly exciting.

What does starting anew mean to you, and what did it teach you to have to rebuild yourself on a completely new path? For me, starting anew is not a change, but rather an internal decision, a reset button that can be pressed at any time: to honestly look at where I am, and dare to say that from here, I want to go in a different direction.

It's not necessarily easy, but it's liberating, because it contains the possibility of getting closer to who I truly am. Starting over taught me that I don't have to cling to our past at all costs, even if it was successful. A person is not a single role or label, but constantly learns and evolves. And in fact, the greatest strength is when we accept this and are not afraid to redefine ourselves. Perhaps the most important thing was that I learned to trust my own path and myself.

That there is no need to rush, no need to conform to all external expectations; if I am at peace with what I am doing internally, then it will eventually fall into place externally as well.

You love to travel and have been to many places, while your work is also extremely important to you; you were the one who was personally present at your workplace the very next day. What advice would you give to those who find it hard to make the decision that they also deserve rest and free time? I think many people postpone rest or travel because there's always something else they 'have to quickly finish beforehand.' It's a familiar feeling; I operated like that for a long time too. Then, over time, it dawned on me that rest isn't some extra thing you have to earn, but simply necessary to function well in the long term.

For me, travel is a kind of recharge. Not just physically, but mentally too. When I break away from everyday life, things suddenly become clearer, and often that's when the best ideas come. I advise not to wait until we're completely drained. You don't have to disappear for weeks; sometimes a few days can work wonders. And what's important: don't feel guilty about it. Taking time for yourself is not selfishness, but responsibility, both towards yourself and towards those who rely on you in everyday life.

You participated in our Moroccan surf and yoga camp with us; why did you sign up for this camp, and why did you choose this particular destination? I had been eyeing Morocco for a long time, and Imsouane in particular. On the one hand, because of the surfing, the waves there are legendary, and on the other hand, the culture also greatly attracted me. This world has always interested me, and it's no secret that I love drinking tea, so that's particularly close to my heart. Meanwhile, I had recently started practicing yoga, and when I saw that surfing and yoga were combined with you, it immediately captivated me. Moreover, the camp was at the beginning of the year, which is particularly ideal for me, because the end of the year is always a very intense period in my work, and I like to consciously unwind then.

You've been on organized trips with others and with us too. Do you remember if you were afraid before your first trip? How does it feel for you to be in such an environment, how much do you feel that you can truly be yourself here? How does it feel to be 'freely present' today? Before my first such trip, it wasn't really fear I felt, but rather a little uncertainty and stage fright. But I think that's completely healthy; somehow it indicates that you're stepping out of your comfort zone and embarking on something new. What quickly became clear, however, is that in such an environment, this dissolves very quickly. It's much easier to connect because you don't have that everyday 'role' that we often don't even notice. You're simply present, and because of this, you can show yourself much more honestly.

Today I set off with a completely different feeling. There's no tension in me, but rather a kind of calm excitement. Sitting on the plane, I'm already smiling and relaxed, waiting for it all, because I know something good is coming.

Was there an experience or situation in our camp that surprised you and that you didn't expect at all? What perhaps always surprises me is when a guitar suddenly appears, and I find myself playing music with local guys. I somehow never expect it, but the end is always an incredibly good experience; these are the moments that truly stick with you. The speed at which a group of complete strangers can bond is less surprising to me now; it's more of a recurring, exceptionally positive feeling. The connection somehow develops naturally.

What was truly unexpected, however, were the deeper conversations. How easily we could set aside our egos, and how quickly we got to the point of frankly discussing our past or our everyday difficulties, even in front of people we hadn't known just a few days before. This was at once a bit strange and a very exciting experience.

The tarot card reading was also such a surprise for me. In a positive sense, and perhaps even more interestingly, I've been coming back to it in my mind ever since, and working with the thoughts it gave me then.

What was the community like for you when you arrived? Was it easy to connect? It was incredibly easy to connect, in fact, I don't remember any point where it didn't come naturally. Everyone somehow arrived open-minded, and this quickly made the whole environment very relaxed.

Who would you recommend community travel to, and what would you say to someone who is currently thinking about traveling with us? I would recommend this community trip to everyone who wants to step out of their everyday life for a bit and experience something truly fresh and inspiring. If you have a nagging thought that it's time to do something exciting for yourself, if you are open to new impulses, and want to feel truly alive, then it's especially worth taking the plunge.

To anyone considering it now, I would say: don't worry, you don't have to do anything 'perfectly'. Just let the moments happen, connect with the environment, and enjoy the journey. It gives much more than you would expect beforehand.

What is the bucket list destination or experience that currently attracts you the most? Right now, several things attract me at once, which immediately come to mind. For example, Brazil or Costa Rica, mainly because of surfing, as both locations promise great waves. Besides that, Tibet is also very appealing to me; I would like to visit some monasteries and experience that special culture and tranquility that is there.

I would have had another Dubai trip in the near future too: I planned sandboarding on the sand dunes there with my brother, but this plan is currently on hold. Overall, what these experiences have in common is that they all promise new challenges and adventures.

If you had to start over, would you know what path you would choose? Would you be afraid to start over if it were necessary again? What message would you send to those who don't dare to change because they are afraid? Today, I have no fear of starting over. It certainly wouldn't always be easy, but such changes, which initially seem radical, often bring out things in us that we don't anticipate. I would simply understand that I need to go in a different direction now, and I would wholeheartedly work to live that path to the best of my ability.

To those who don't dare to change, I would only say: try it. It's easy to get stuck in the familiar, but if we don't even give ourselves the chance, we can't expect anything new. I say you have to jump, you have to be open. First, you just have to step onto the first step, the rest will get easier and easier.

In your opinion, why is it worthwhile for a man to go on a yoga camp or community trip? In my opinion, it is precisely for this reason that it is worthwhile for a man to embark on a community trip, a yoga camp, or surfing: because here he has the opportunity to step out of his usual framework and experience something completely new. It's not about behaving “correctly” or conforming, but about truly being present, building connections, and discovering new sides of himself. During such a journey, a man can also experience how liberating it is when there are no expectations, only the opportunity to enjoy life and the moment – and this is a truly special experience.

Balázs's story is truly about the change that is inevitable.

Life flows, and it always sets hurdles for us that we must jump over, even if it is sometimes uncomfortable or uncertain.

It's inspiring to see the journey she's been on, and how she's transformed everything she once was into a completely new direction. Today, she's found her diligence and fulfillment in other things, but perhaps one day the half-finished album will be completed, and on a summer evening, at Ponton or Budapest Park, we can listen to her again from the front row.

That's why I wholeheartedly recommend her page, which you can access by clicking on the icon below, where you can be inspired by her travels, and who knows what the future holds for her.