Motley's DIY: Jerrold Saija and Kitlyn Tjin A Djie Share a Chair Exercise to Recognize Others' Value

Artist Jerrold Saija partnered with transcultural system therapist Kitlyn Tjin A Djie on a community initiative focused on Limburgers with Asian and Pacific heritage. In this project, Saija adapted one of Tjin A Djie's exercises into a flowchart for Motley's DIY, helping people to uncover strengths within their relationships. He had learned this exercise during the 'Beschermjassen' training alongside Tjin A Djie, Juan Walter, and Glenn Helberg, which highlighted the significance of community ties. Participants explored strengths related to family, culture, language, and history. Saija found the chair exercise particularly impactful, as it prompted reflections through spatial arrangement. He incorporated original images and notes in Brazilian Portuguese, underscoring the value of guidance in one's native language, leading to a meaningful invitation for self-discovery.