by Ivana Polonijo | Mar 10, 2025 | Courageous Being Article
I am sitting on a warm Croatian rock, my little brother leaning against me, shoulder to shoulder, each of us with a simple homemade sandwich in hand. Mom and Dad are close by. We’re all gazing at the sunset. It’s a late summer day on the Mediterranean coast of Istria....
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....
