When does the lecture start and end?

The lecture takes place on Friday, 09.01.2026 from 18:00 to 19:30 at the vhs Lindau.

How much does participation cost?

The fee is €9, reduced €6. Registration is done through vhs Lindau.

Where does the event take place?

In the vhs building, Uferweg 7, seminar room 1, 88131 Lindau.

Are there parking facilities nearby?

The vhs does not have its own parking spaces. Public parking on the island is recommended, for example, parking garage P4 Inselhalle.

How do I get there by public transport?

From the Lindau-Island train station, it is about a 13-minute walk. The Western Island bus stop is only about 2 minutes away.

Is there time allocated for questions?

Yes, at the end of the lecture, there will be space for questions and exchange.

An evening that carries: Light and Shadow shows ways out of the depth

Name: vhs: Lecture Light and Shadow – My Path Out of Depression
Start: 2026-01-09T19:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-01-09T20:30:00+01:00
Location: vhs Lindau Bodensee

Light and Shadow in Lindau: A Personal Path Out of Depression

An evening that touches and provides orientation: In the vhs Lindau, a psychologist openly shares her personal experience report on the topic of depression. In 90 focused minutes, she connects knowledge with lived experience – for those affected, relatives, and anyone who wants to strengthen their mental health.

What it's about: Honest, understandable, encouraging

The lecturer traces her path through illness and healing. She describes the event atmosphere and experience beyond taboos: clear language, respectful tone, space for your questions. Concrete strategies from daily life show how perceived stress decreases and stability increases.

Expertise to take away

With professional insights from psychology, event management, and target group-oriented communication, the speaker organizes symptoms, triggers, and coping strategies. She presents practical tools – from stress regulation to self-care – and explains how the environment and routines can sustainably influence the audience's mood in a positive way.

Well organized on site

The event takes place in the vhs building at Uferweg, seminar room 1. The vhs is within walking distance from the Lindau-Island train station and close to the Western Island bus stop. Public parking is available on the island; the P4 Inselhalle parking garage is recommended. Clear processes on site ensure a smooth evening.

Who is the lecture suitable for?

For people with personal experience, relatives, professionals interested in the subject, and anyone who wants to better understand mental health. The event is intentionally designed to be easily accessible – focusing on understanding, destigmatization, and concrete next steps.

Conclusion: A compact, mindful format that conveys knowledge, courage, and confidence. Experience a respectful exchange in a protected atmosphere – and take home impulses that can be applied in daily life.