The Sybir Memorial Museum invites you to take part in psychological workshops accompanying the exhibition “Boundlessness in Sybir.” The exhibition presents works by artists affiliated with the Institute of Art at the Faculty of Architecture of Białystok University of Technology. Inspired by the experiences of the Sybiraks, the artists explore the theme of boundlessness and limits — both in physical and emotional terms. In the first part of each workshop, participants will be introduced to the exhibition by Ewelina Kamieńska, curator of the temporary exhibition “Boundlessness in Sybir.” This introduction will serve as a starting point for reflection on the contemporary meaning of personal boundaries.
The fate of the Sybiraks is not only a record of historical events — it is also a living experience that leaves a lasting mark on subsequent generations. Family narratives, both conscious and unconscious, can influence the way we shape our identity, build relationships, and cope with difficult emotions. How do events from the past shape our present lives? How can we consciously engage with this legacy in order to build a better future?
The aim of the workshops is to help participants better understand the mechanisms through which family history affects their lives. The sessions will provide space for reflection, exchange of ideas, and working with one’s own emotions in a safe and supportive atmosphere. These workshops are intended for anyone who wishes to better understand how the history of their ancestors influences their present and how to consciously shape the future by drawing strength from the experiences of previous generations.
We invite you to two meetings that will take place in March and April.
March 29, 2025 (Saturday)
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Tickets: 79 PLN
Group: 15 people
The Power of Memory – How Our Ancestors’ Experiences Shape Our Present
Workshops devoted to transgenerational transmission and the ways in which difficult experiences from the past influence our lives and the future of our loved ones. How can our grandparents’ childhood experiences affect the lives of our children? How can we consciously work with this legacy so that we pass on strength rather than fear to future generations?
April 26, 2025 (Saturday)
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Tickets: 79 PLN
Group: 15 people
Releasing the Future – How to Build Happiness Despite Difficult Experiences
Workshops focused on how personal and family history shapes our everyday choices, relationships, and sense of happiness. How do difficult experiences from the past affect our present? What can we do to free ourselves from the burden of the past and find a path toward greater peace and well-being? How can we let go of emotional baggage and open ourselves to positive change in our lives?
Artur Brzeziński is a psychotherapist with many years of professional experience and a historian whose work focuses on the impact of transgenerational trauma on subsequent generations. He holds a Master’s degree in History from the University of Warsaw (Białystok branch). He has completed postgraduate studies in social sciences and clinical sexology, as well as postgraduate psychotherapy training in the psychodynamic and systemic approaches, accredited by the Scientific Section of Psychotherapy of the Polish Psychiatric Association.
He previously worked as a history and civic education teacher and as a consultant for educational projects at the Teacher Training Centre in Białystok. He currently practices at the Integra Psychotherapy and Psychoeducation Centre in Białystok.
In his therapeutic work, he supports individuals experiencing difficulties related to transgenerational transmission and historical trauma, combining his interdisciplinary background in a distinctive way. His passion for exploring the influence of the past on contemporary life has established him as a respected specialist in his field.
