Why do so many stories celebrate the clever hero? While others celebrate the fool? Why do some cultures admire strength, while others teach that survival depends on wit, patience and hiding your vulnerabilities? In this fascinating discussion, we'll step into the rich world of Russian mythology to explore timeless stories that reveal surprisingly modern insights into human psychology. No previous knowledge of Russian folklore is needed—Anastasiia will bring every story to life with her warm, dramatic and artistic storytelling style before opening the floor for a thought-provoking discussion.

Together, we'll meet unforgettable characters like Ivan the Fool, the mysterious Baba Yaga, the cunning Fox and the immortal Koschei, asking what these myths reveal about courage, weakness, deception, resilience and the masks we wear to protect ourselves. Hosted by Anastasiia—an art historian, artist and animator—this session blends mythology, psychology, history and culture into an evening that's as entertaining as it is insightful. Whether you're fascinated by folklore, curious about human nature or simply love discovering new ways of seeing the world, you'll leave with stories you'll never forget and ideas you'll keep thinking about long afterwards.

为什么有些故事总是在赞美聪明机智的英雄，而有些故事却偏偏歌颂“傻子”？为什么有的文化崇尚力量，有的文化却认为，真正的生存之道在于智慧、耐心，以及学会隐藏自己的脆弱？这场有趣的讨论将带你走进俄罗斯神话的世界，透过一个个流传至今的故事，探索其中蕴含的人性与心理学。不需要提前了解俄罗斯民间传说，Anastasiia 会用富有感染力、充满戏剧感的讲述方式，把每一个故事生动地呈现出来，再带大家展开一场值得深入思考的讨论。

大家将认识 Ivan the Fool、神秘的 Baba Yaga、狡猾的 Fox，以及拥有不死之身的 Koschei 等令人印象深刻的角色，一起探讨这些神话背后关于勇气、脆弱、欺骗、韧性，以及我们为了保护自己而戴上的“面具”。Anastasiia 是艺术史学者、艺术家，也是动画师，她会把神话、心理学、历史和文化巧妙融合，让这场活动既有趣又有启发。如果你喜欢民间传说、对人性充满好奇，或者只是想换个角度看待世界，这场活动都会带给你一些难忘的故事，以及值得回味很久的新想法。