by Ivana Polonijo | Feb 18, 2025 | Courageous Being Article
There’s a photo of me as Little Ivi, standing on a dock in Croatia, my Nono (grandpa) holding me steady as I point toward something in the distance. I don’t remember what I was pointing at then, but I bet it was the genius of nature.Perhaps a seagull soaring, white...
by Ivana Polonijo | Feb 4, 2025 | Courageous Being Article, Dare to Care
Blame and accountability may look similar on the surface—both involve naming a problem—but energetically, they couldn’t be more different. One drains you, the other empowers. One keeps you stuck, the other sets you free. Blame is a reflex, a way to offload discomfort...
by Ivana Polonijo | Dec 18, 2024 | Courageous Being Article, Rest and Receive
With constant input—emails, social media, and endless notifications—our nervous systems can easily become overloaded. A regular “inputs detox” through a silent self-retreat can recharge your energy, calm your mind, and restore balance. While...
by Ivana Polonijo | Dec 16, 2024 | Courageous Being Article, Dare to Care
Did you know that silence can be one of a leader’s most transformative tools—not as a withdrawal, but as humility and presence? Research shows that leaders who practice silence enhance decision-making, build trust, and create space for open communication....
by Ivana Polonijo | Dec 11, 2024 | Courageous Being Article, Rest and Receive
Meditation often gets misunderstood as a way to quiet the mind through sheer force—a struggle to silence thoughts and achieve immediate calm. But true meditation, rooted in comfortable stillness, is much gentler. It’s not about battling your thoughts or feelings but...
