Principles for continuous improvement

Today we often talk about change. But first, we need to be clear about WHY we want the change. Why we want to lose weight or why we want a new job. This is actually related to the way we feel. People generally have great intelligence. But they often use it to get into a dead-end emotional state. And they forget about …

Are we sabotaging ourselves?

We need to have a clear signal of what causes us pain and what pleasure. Because otherwise the brain gets overloaded and confused. Every time we experience intense pain or pleasure, the brain looks for the cause. In this case, it is not enough to have a good mind, we must also be able to use it. People do not just seek pleasure, but …

The symbolism in our folk art – BREAD

     “No one is greater than bread!” – this old proverb of ours clearly shows the attitude of our people towards bread. It, bread, is not perceived only as food, but as something much more sacred. There is written evidence that bread and wine have been revered in our lands since ancient times. Even in …

Translation woes - part 5 - By ear, on paper or by ear - you translate according to the circumstances

The translation profession can be very interesting. Especially when interpreting. I have such ridiculous and absurd incidents that I lose track of the details. You meet new people, there is always something new to learn, travel and explore the world. You are improving language and psychological skills… well, sweet job. The events and characters are quite real. The names are with ...

Translation Tribulations - Part 4 - Home, Dear Home

The translation profession can be very interesting. Especially when interpreting. I have such ridiculous and absurd incidents that I lose track of the details. You meet new people, there is always something new to learn, travel and explore the world. You are improving language and psychological skills… well, sweet job. The events and characters are quite real. The names are with ...

Translation Tribulations - Part 3 - Balkan witches save the world from an alien invasion

The translation profession can be very interesting. Especially when interpreting. I have such ridiculous and absurd incidents that I lose track of the details. You meet new people, there is always something new to learn, travel and explore the world. You are improving language and psychological skills… well, sweet job. The events and characters are quite real. The names are with ...

Translation troubles - part 2 - And the river of absurdities flowed

The translation profession can be very interesting. Especially when interpreting. I have such ridiculous and absurd incidents that I lose track of the details. You meet new people, there is always something new to learn, travel and explore the world. You are improving language and psychological skills… well, sweet job. The events and characters are quite real. The names are with ...