Helgi Guðnason reflects on the stress of providing support for a coffee shop that serves meals in Reykjavík, expressing pride in the successful collaboration despite initial uncertainties.
Helgi Guðnason, the manager at Fíladelfía in Reykjavík, shares his experience of partnering with Samhjálp to provide a temporary shelter for a coffee shop serving meals to the community. Initially, he felt significant stress and uncertainty about managing the project, especially given the logistics of serving over 200 meals a day. Despite these challenges, Helgi acknowledges the importance of their mission and was convinced that assisting was the right thing to do.
He empathizes with the concerns people expressed regarding safety and their children being home alone in proximity to the coffee shop. Helgi understands the mixed feelings in the community but believes that the initiative has not only met expectations but has gone beyond them, creating a positive impact. His reflections highlight the importance of community cooperation and support in addressing local needs.
The success of this collaboration has turned an initially stressful situation into a source of pride for Helgi and his team, as they strive to maintain this vital service for the community. He admits that while initial anxiety was felt, the experience has reinforced their commitment to helping those in need, showcasing what can be achieved when communities come together for a common cause.
