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Navigation through a new environment

28. januar 2024.

Emigration, or moving to another country, represents one of the most exciting but also challenging experiences in an individual’s life. The willingness to adapt to a new environment and create a sense of belonging are key elements of successful integration. Here are some steps that can help you find your way, adapt and build a happy life abroad.

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1. Research before relocation:

Before you hit the road, research is key. Familiarize yourself with the culture, customs, laws and economy of the country you are moving to. Understanding the basic parameters will help you adapt to the new environment more easily. In translation: prepare in advance for the first steps you will take in your new homeland; thus, you will make it easier for yourself to adapt, save time, and the process itself will be less stressful because you will significantly reduce the factor of the unexpected.

2. Find a new community:

Active involvement in the local community can significantly facilitate the adaptation process. Join sports clubs, cultural organizations or volunteer groups to meet new people and make friends. This will not only help you feel less alone, but will also allow you to exchange experiences with other expats.

3. Language learning:

Language is a key link with the local community. Try to learn the language of the country you immigrated to. In addition to making communication easier, knowing the local language helps you better understand the culture and integrate into society.

4. Study of the labor market:

Finding a job abroad can be challenging, but properly studying the job market and adapting your skills to the market can help you do it. Consider options for degree recognition, training, qualification or requalification; this will help you find your place under the sun more easily when it comes to a new job.

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5. Maintaining ties with relatives and friends:

Maintaining ties with family and friends in the homeland is important for emotional stability. Nowadays, technology makes it easier for us to communicate through video calls and social networks, which allows you to stay connected with your loved ones.

6. Flexibility and patience:

Adapting to a new life takes time. Be ready for changes and be patient with yourself; don’t push yourself to the brink of exhaustion, don’t expect overnight results or any instant „success“ (whatever that means for each of us). Setting realistic expectations helps you to successfully deal with challenges, save your body from stress and all in all, to build a happy life step by step in a new environment.

7. Integrity

Despite the challenges, stay true to yourself. The fact that you are a foreigner does not mean that you have to agree to everything, to do jobs that do not match your educational profile or to hang out with people you wouldn’t hang out with in your homeland. Stay true to yourself, your principles and values and work hard on the goals you have set for yourself.

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To conclude: emigration can be a challenging but also extremely enriching life adventure. The ability to adapt, openness to new experiences and work on building connections with the local community are key elements of a successful emigrant journey.

Balkan food

Home made Gyros

28. januar 2024.

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INGREDIENTS:

1 piece of pork (fillet, about 800 gr.)

2 tablespoons of olive oil

1 clove of garlic, finely grated

1 onion finely grated

1 spoon of mustard

1 teaspoon cumin (not the same as cumin)

½ teaspoon pimento (clove pepper)

1 teaspoon of allspice

1/3 cup dry white wine

Salt, Pepper

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PREPARATION:

cut the fillet with a knife in several places and beat well to soften and expand. Next, cut it into thin slices. If you find it difficult to slice the meat, ask your butcher to do it for you. Put the meat in a bowl, add olive oil, garlic, onion, mustard, cumin, allspice, allspice, oregano, wine, salt and pepper. Mix well, cover the bowl with plastic wrap and leave for 2-3 hours to absorb the aromas. The mentioned marinade is considered basic, and you can enrich the aroma by adding 1 tablespoon of honey, a little rosemary or thyme if desired. Heat the oven to 180°C. Arrange the marinated meat in a pan and bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes. Then turn the meat over and continue roasting for another 10-15 minutes until golden brown. While the meat is still warm, cut it into thin pieces, add onions, tomatoes, parsley or tzatziki as desired. Wrap in a pie. There are ready-made Greek pies on sale. If you don’t like them, you can use a tortilla or a Cypriot pie.

If you are a housewife who likes to knead, the Greek pie is prepared using the following ingredients: dry yeast, a little sugar, a little salt, olive oil, lukewarm water and strong wheat flour. The procedure is the same as when kneading bread, except that the dough is stretched thinly. They are baked without oil in a non-stick Teflon pan.

Greek gyros with fries and all the spreads has about 600 calories. Just the pie – depending on the preparation and the amount of oil, it itself has about 200-300 calories.

Business coaching

About successful businessmen…

26. januar 2024.

Successful businessmen usually share certain key traits and skills that set them apart in the business world.

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Here are some characteristics that often accompany successful entrepreneurs:

Visionary and innovative:

successful businessmen often have the vision and ability to recognize opportunities that others may not see. They are innovative and ready to think outside the box in order to achieve their goals.

Determination and persistence:

determination is a key trait of successful entrepreneurs. They are ready to face challenges and failures, learn from their mistakes and move on. Persistence helps them overcome obstacles on the way to success.

Strategic thinking:

developing a strategy and the ability to plan long-term are key elements of success. Businessmen who have the ability to think strategically often make better decisions regarding the long-term success of the company.

Ability to Delegate:

successful entrepreneurs recognize the value of teamwork and share obligations and responsibilities with reliable colleagues. The ability to delegate effectively allows them to focus on key aspects of business, saving themselves time and therefore money.

Social Skills:

communication and negotiation skills are essential. Successful businessmen are able to communicate concisely and efficiently with their employees, clients, partners and other relevant persons.

Adaptibility:

the business world is dynamic and subject to change. Businessmen must be ready to adapt to new conditions, technologies and trends in order for their products and services to be competitive.

Financial skills:

understanding finances and effective budget management are key to maintaining the stability of a business. Businessmen must be financially literate and able to make decisions that support financial growth.

Morality and integrity:

reliability, honesty and ethical business build the reputation of a successful businessman. Working on your own but also on the integrity of associates and employees leads to long-term success.

    Networking:

developing strong business connections and networks can open doors to new opportunities. Successful businessmen actively build and maintain connections with other professionals and entrepreneurs.

Continuous Learning:

the dynamics of the business environment require constant learning and adaptation. Those who strive for knowledge and constantly improve often achieve long-term success.

Achieving success in the business world requires a combination of these qualities and skills, but also dedication, passion and work. There is no one-size-fits-all recipe for success, however, these guidelines can help aspiring entrepreneurs on their way to achieving their goals.

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Business coaching

How to become a copywriter

25. januar 2024.

Steps to success in the world of advertising writing

Copywriting is the art of creating advertising, descriptive texts that motivate people to action, have the power to convince them of the quality of certain products or simply „invite“ them to sign up for the newsletter / share certain content.

If you want to become a copywriter, there are a few basic steps that you must take in order to build your career in that direction.

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1. Improve your writing skills:

the most important skill that a copywriter should have is precisely that – to write quality texts quickly and skillfully. Develop your own style, play with words and learn how to clearly communicate different ideas. Practice writing daily and don’t hesitate to ask for constructive feedback.

2. Know your target group:

a good understanding of the target group / audience is key to successful copywriting. Research the market, analyze customers and develop ideas / messages that will attract their attention.

3. Study the psychology of the customer, purchase and persuasion: study the principles of psychology that influence consumer decisions. Understanding how people think will help you create an effective message.

4. Research the market:

find out what is currently popular in the market. Following trends will help you adapt your writing style to the needs of clients (also an important factor: the wishes and needs of the client who is our client).

5. Create a portfolio: create a portfolio with your best works. This will be your business card and a tool for attracting new clients.

6. Use online platforms: join platforms like Upwork, Fiverr or Freelancer to find your first clients. Create an attractive profile and be active in the community.

7. Advertise yourself: uses social networks, a blog or its own website to promote its services. Share useful tips, write blogs and show your expertise.

8. Be consistent: consistency is key in copywriting. Yes, writing requires talent, but too much freedom when it comes to deadlines can easily damage reputation and credibility.

9. Ask for referrals: if your clients are satisfied with the services provided, ask them for referrals. The positive experiences of others will help build your reputation.

10. Educate yourself constantly: the world of copywriting is constantly changing. Read books, follow blogs, listen to podcasts and participate in workshops to keep your knowledge fresh. Although the word education is not my favorite, in this context I used it because it is not about studies or something that is taught at the university, but about „simple“ monitoring of market trends; and trends are constantly changing.

11. Diversity of topics: write about different topics to show your abilities but also the variety of ideas. This will make your writing more appealing to different clients.

12. Network with other Copywriters: connect with other copywriters through social networks or local events. Exchange of experience / ideas / contacts can only contribute to your career.

With dedication, practice and constant learning, you can become a successful copywriter. Good luck!

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Balkan food

SPECOFAI – Greek specialty

20. januar 2024.

SPECOFAI

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INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 green pepper, cut lengthwise into wedges
  • 2 grilled sausages cut into rings
  • 1 red pepper, cut lengthwise
  • 1 yellow pepper, cut lengthwise into wedges
  • 1 large onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves of pureed garlic
  • Half a cup of red wine
  • Olive oil
  • Salt, pepper
  • Half a teaspoon of sugar
  • 1 eggplant cut into cubes
  • 1 can / box of thick tomato juice
  • PREPARATION:
  • Heat the oil in a deep frying pan or pan. Fry the onion and garlic. Add the peppers and eggplant and stir until they are browned, then pour in the wine. Add the sausages and stir constantly. Add tomato juice, salt, pepper and sugar. Leave to simmer on low heat for about 20 minutes. Serve warm. Enjoy! Check24
Travel

Norway – Fjords in pictures

19. januar 2024.

The city of Bergen in Norway, known for its Fjords, sea, ships, but also the magical mountains that surround it.

Enjoy this journey with me, I post the most beautiful pictures. And being there, on the spot was incredibly beautiful…. Magical. An unforgettable trip.

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These are the famous houses that are under UNESCO protection. On a sunny day and when the sea is calm, they are reflected on the water surface.

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Famous Fjords – beautiful small islands made of black rocks reflecting on the water surface
Here is where the people live – at the sea, directly on the water
More beautiful fjords and the play of colors: green, white snow and the blue sea
One of the many bridges connecting the fjords and populated areas
Just me on the top of the mountain. Stunning!
On the other side of the mountain – above the harbor
Stunning Norwegian forest
A lot of ice on the mountains
This is how the forest look like: snow, rocks and trees
A lot of snow!
Beautiful sunny day at the forest
Just another photo to remember…
At the sea, under the Norwegian flag! Snow and the sea… Beautiful
The mountain can be reached by cable car. The brave ones are walking

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Another side of the mountain is reached by tram. Also stunning
A sign in the forest
A lot of ice
Snow, sun and reflection
For the lovers of adventure
Magical moments in the forest: the sun rays on the snow
And some more ice
And more snow
Nord pole
A stunning combination of snow and ice
There is some snow in the city too. Just enough to make the athmosphere romantic
Bergen at night. This is the real Christmas spirit! Simply stunning
A view from an airplain. It looks futuristic
And some more Fjords with snow
Another mountain ahead of us
The lakes are frozen
A small island, a bird and the dog. How beautiful
The sunsets are also beautiful.
The food was excellent everywhere we went.
There are all types of restaurants in the city of Bergen: Norwegian, Fish restaurants, Italian, Chinese, Oriental, Fast food…
Bye, bye Bergen. Until next visit

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Dete neće da uči – šta sad?

19. januar 2024.

Dragi roditelji,

razumemo da se suočavate sa izazovima kada su u pitanju loše ocene i nedostatak interesovanja za učenje. Pogotovo ako je dete još uz to i nemirno i ne može da se disciplinuje ni na času ni kod kuće. Ovo su zajednički problemi koje mnogi roditelji doživljavaju. Evo nekoliko saveta kako da podržite i motivišete svoju decu:

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    Razgovarajte s decom otvoreno i saosećajno

        pristupite deci bez osude i saslušajte njihova osećanja i misli. Pokušajte saznati šta ih muči i da li postoje specifični razlozi za loše ocene ili nedisciplinovanost.

    Imajte realna očekivanja

        Definišite realna očekivanja u skladu sa sposobnostima vaše dece. Postavljanje nerealnih ciljeva može izazvati osećaj nemoći i smanjiti motivaciju. U prevodu: ako ne ide, ne ide. Ne vredi da dete pritiskate, ucenjujete, da mu pretite ili da vičete na njega. Svako ima svoj put u životu i škola ne ide svima.

    Ohrabrujte pozitivno ponašanje

       Fokusirajte se na pozitivne aspekte i nagrađujte dobro ponašanje. Podsticanje dece kroz pozitivno ojačavanje može povećati njihovu motivaciju.

    Pomozite im da pronađu svoj put

        Razgovarajte s decom o njihovim interesovanjima i željama. Pronalaženje veze između gradiva i onoga što ih zaista zanima može povećati motivaciju za učenje. Sećam se jednog učenika koji je žarko želeo da postane vozač tramvaja… Nažalost, roditelji su se oštro protivili tom ,,banalnom,, zanimanju. Posle velikih sukoba, dugih razgovora i savetovanja sa školskim psihologom, socijalnom radnicom i svim pedagozima, dete je ipak uspelo da istera svoje i da upiše školu za profesionalne vozače. Očekujem da ga jednog dana vidim za volanom tramvaja kako radosno pritiska ono veselo zvonce – na radost svih pedagoga a i putnika.

    Postavite jasna pravila i granice

        Utvrdite jasna pravila i granice u vezi s ponašanjem i učenjem kod kuće. Deca često reaguju pozitivno kada imaju strukturu i jasno definisane norme.

    Saradnja sa nastavnicima

        Održavajte redovnu komunikaciju sa nastavnicima kako biste bolje razumeli izazove s kojima se dete suočava u školi. Rad zajedno sa nastavnim osobljem, uvažavanje njihovih saveta i stručnog mišljenja može dosta pomoći u odabiru budućeg zanimanja. Nemojte ignorisati njihovo mišljenje o detetovim afinitetima, talentima, predmetima koji su mu preteški i o onima koje lako uči.

    Podstičite samostalnost

        Pomažite deci da razviju samostalnost u učenju ali i u odabiru svojih budućih ciljeva. Razdvojte vaše želje, neostvarene snove, planove za budućnost ali i radno iskustvo od ciljeva vašeg deteta. Veliki broj roditelja ne želi da dete krene njihovim stopama jer je posao koji rade isuviše ,,težak,,. Ili pak žele da dete odabere istu profesiju jer ga tako mogu ,,pogurati,, u karijeri. Nek dete samo razvija svoje planove – što će mu biti i dobra vežba da nauči da preuzima odgovornost za svoje odluke.

    Ponudite podršku i resurse

        Pružite deci resurse i podršku koja im je potrebna za učenje. Ponekad, dodatna podrška kod kuće može značajno poboljšati razumevanje gradiva.

     Budite uzor

        Budite uzor svojoj deci. Nek vide na primeru šta je prava vrednost učenja i disciplinovanog rada. Da ponovimo: deca rado oponašaju roditelje jer su im oni uzor.

    Radite zajedno na rešenjima

        Inkluzivno uključite decu u proces rešavanja problema. Razgovarajte s njima o mogućim rešenjima i zajedno postavljajte ciljeve.

Važno je imati strpljenja i kontinuirano raditi na izgradnji pozitivnog odnosa s decom. Podsticanje njihove motivacije i interesovanja za učenje zahteva vreme i posvećenost. Radom zajedno, možete stvoriti podržavajuće okruženje koje će doprineti njihovom uspehu u školi i izvan nje.

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Agresivno ponašanje kod dece

19. januar 2024.

Agresivno ponašanje kod dece može se manifestovati na različite načine uključujući fizičku agresiju (udaranje, guranje) i verbalnu agresiju (vikanje, psovanje, ucenjivanje, vređanje). Ovo ponašanje može biti izazvano različitim faktorima uključujući stres, frustraciju, nedostatak veština komunikacije ili emocionalne regulacije. U težim slučajevima agresivno ponašanje je izazvano određenim oštećenjima mozga – što genetskim što nastalim kasnije u toku života.

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Suočavanje sa izlivima besa

    Ostanite smireni: prvi korak je ostati smiren. Ako roditelji reaguju impulsivno ili besno, to može dodatno pogoršati situaciju.

    Postavljanje granica: jasne granice pomažu deci da shvate šta je prihvatljivo ponašanje (a šta ne). Postavite jasna pravila i objasnite posledice neprimerenog ponašanja.

    Komunikacija: razgovarajte s detetom o njegovim osećajima i pokušajte razumeti uzrok besa. Pomažite im da emocije izraze rečima a ne agresivnim ponašanjem.

    Naučite ih veštinama rešavanja problema: deci treba pomoći da razvijaju veštine rešavanja problema kako bi bolje upravljali svojim emocijama.

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Verbalno i fizičko agresivno ponašanje

    Verbalna agresija: uključuje vikanje, psovanje, pretnje ucene, ili uvrede. Roditelji treba da postave granice u vezi s ovakvim ponašanjem i istovremeno pokažu kako adekvatno izražavati svoje misli i osećanja.

    Fizička agresija: uključuje fizičko nasilje prema drugima ili uništavanje stvari. Važno je detetu objasniti da fizička agresija nije prihvatljiva, da agresivna osoba često snosi posledice ali i da postoje alternative za izražavanje ljutnje ili frustracije.

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Saveti za roditelje

    Razumevanje uzroka: pokušajte razumeti šta je pokretač agresivnog ponašanja. Razgovarajte sa detetom i pružite mu podršku.

    Modeliranje ponašanja: deca uče posmatranjem roditelja. Pokažite im na primeru kako se ispravno reaguje na stres ili konflikt – na način koji nije agresivan.

    Podrška stručnjaka: ako agresivno ponašanje postane ozbiljan problem, potražite pomoć stručnjaka poput psihologa ili terapeuta, koji mogu pružiti dodatnu podršku i savete.

    Nagrađivanje pozitivnog ponašanja: pohvalite i nagrađujte dete kada pokazuje pozitivno ponašanje. Ovo može motivisati dete da razvija bolje strategije suočavanja sa stresom.

Suočavanje s agresivnim ponašanjem zahteva strpljenje, doslednost i ljubav ali na prvom mestu doslednost! Nek vaši koraci budu kontinuirani a reakcije uvek iste (a ne ,,ponekad dozvoljeno a nekad ne,, ili, nekad dete snosi posledice a nekad dobija nagradu bez obzira što mu ponašanje nije bilo na mestu). Takođe, važno je stvoriti jedno bezbedno i podržavajuće okruženje u kojem deca mogu razvijati emocionalnu inteligenciju i veštine komunikacije. U prevodu: dete mora da se oseća sigurno, bezbedno i da dobro poznaje ,,pravila igre,, – jer roditelji ostaju dosledni u svom ponašanju.

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Šta je ADHD?

19. januar 2024.

ADHD je neurobiološki poremećaj koji može značajno uticati na svakodnevni život deteta. Postoje tri osnovna tipa ADHD-a:

    Nemogućnost održavanja pažnje (ADHD sa dominacijom nepažnje): deca s ovim tipom ADHD-a često su neorganizovana, sklona gubitku stvari, teže se fokusiraju na zadatke i teško im je da održe pažnju.

    Hiperaktivnost i impulsivnost (ADHD sa dominacijom hiperaktivnosti/impulsivnosti): ova deca su često nemirna, imaju teškoće sa sedenjem mirno, često progovaraju pre nego što razmisle i teško čekaju svoj red.

    Mešoviti tip ADHD-a: ovaj tip uključuje kombinaciju simptoma nepažnje, hiperaktivnosti i impulsivnosti.

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Saveti za roditelje

    Obrazovanje: edukujte se o ADHD-u i njegovim simptomima. Razumevanje poremećaja pomaže roditeljima da bolje podrže svoje dete.

    Strukturisano okruženje: stvaranje strukturisanog okruženja može pomoći deci s ADHD-om. Uvedite rutinu i jasna pravila kako bi im olakšali snalaženje.

    Jasne granice i nagrade: postavite jasne granice ali istovremeno koristite pozitivne nagrade kako biste ohrabrivali željeno ponašanje (pozitivne nagrade nisu slatkiši već može biti i lepa reč, pohvala, neka zanimljiva aktivnost, šetnja, poseta muzeju i sl.).

    Podrška u školi: razgovarajte sa nastavnicima o potrebama svog deteta. Individualni obrazovni planovi (IEP) mogu pružiti dodatnu podršku u školi.

Terapijske mogućnosti

    Psihosocijalna terapija: ova vrsta terapije fokusira se na razvoj veština upravljanja ponašanjem, socijalnim veštinama i emocionalnom regulacijom.

    Farmakoterapija: u nekim slučajevima, lekovi kao što su stimulansi (npr. metilfenidat) mogu se koristiti kako bi se smanjili simptomi ADHD-a (ili čak i u potpunosti zalečili). Odluka o korišćenju lekova treba biti donesena uz konsultaciju s lekarom.

    Porodična terapija: ova vrsta terapije može pomoći celoj porodici u prilagođavanju na izazove koje ADHD može doneti.

Roditelji dece s ADHD-om igraju ključnu ulogu u podršci svom detetu. Edukacija, struktura, jasna komunikacija i stručna podrška mogu značajno poboljšati kvalitet života deteta s ADHD-om. Važno je raditi sa stručnjacima kako bi se pronašao individualizovan pristup koji odgovara potrebama svakog deteta.

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Balkan food

Proja – traditional Serbian specialty

19. januar 2024.

Proja is a traditional Serbian specialty and contains a lot of nutrients such as proteins, fibers and complex carbohydrates. It is not one of the low-calorie dishes because cheese, oil and eggs are added to it, however, it is easy to prepare and an excellent solution for breakfast, snack or dinner.

Ingredients for a small tray measuring 20 x 30 cm; enough for about 8 larger pieces:

– 3 cups of white corn flour

– 2 cups of white flour

– one baking powder

– 2 eggs

– a glass of mineral water

– a glass of sour milk or yogurt

– 2 cups of oil

– a slice of cheese (about 150 g)

Preparation

Heat the oven to 200 degrees. Mix all-purpose flour, white flour and baking powder. Then add the rest of the ingredients and mix well to combine. Crumble the cheese and mix in at the end. Reduce the oven to about 180 oC (depending on the oven, it can also be 150 oC) and bake in an oiled baking sheet for about 20 minutes until golden brown (until it turns golden-yellow).

Serve warm with yogurt as desired.

Bon appetit!