Category: Χωρίς κατηγορία
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Follow your Gut
If you had a time machine and could send just one message to your past self, what would it say? For more poems and stories, feel free to visit my blog, Vaso Papa.
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Weirdo Guys
Which author would you love to have dinner with? I’ve mentioned it many times, and whenever a similar question comes up, my answer will be the same. My favorite author is Franz Kafka; he was and will be forever. Why? Because reading his books made me want to dive…
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Mademoiselle Maja
Share a photo of your pet and tell us one thing that makes them uniquely them. Her name is Maja, and she’s from France. She was born on a winter day, 10 November 2023, but very soon after her birth, she moved to Greece. 2 years later, I adopted her.…
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Growing Strong
What’s a quote that perfectly describes your outlook on life? Looking back on my life’s journey so far, I have mostly faced many hurdles and unpleasant circumstances. But thanks to my optimism, I never let those problems run me down; I kept going and overcame them with patience. That…
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The Axe
What is your favorite quote? I love Franz Kafka. He’s one of my favorites because reading his books had exactly the effect on me that he described in the quote above. Reading a book should leave us with questions, questions we are eager to find an answer. For more…
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Diplomacy
What’s a skill you consider basic, that most people don’t actually know how to do? First, I want to clarify: I can’t have a picture of exactly what other people do know or don’t know how to do. But the skill I consider basic is communication. I consider it essential…
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Comfy
What’s your home decoration style? That’s my decoration style: not too much, but warm, welcoming, and cozy. For more poems and stories, feel free to visit my blog, Vaso Papa at http://www.vasopapa.com.
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End of Story
If you could rewrite any book’s ending, which one would you choose? Every end has its reason. Nobody knows the story’s core better than its author. When the creator of the story chose this specific ending, I won’t question it. Like it or not, I wouldn’t rewrite it. End…
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Living my Dream
What’s your biggest dream? My big dream appeared late in life, when I discovered my writing talent. And then my biggest dream became to have the economic convenience to write. Everybody knows that a writer, in the initial phase, doesn’t make money with a shovel. So having this chance is…
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Hairy Moments
What’s a promise you made to yourself that you’ve actually kept? I never give promises, not even to myself. Why? To that, I answer with a Haiku poem. Promises and Vows tossed aside without a thought in hairy moments. ©2026, Vasiliki Papadopoulou For more poems and stories,…
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Michael Corleone
If you could have dinner with any fictional character, who would it be? My all-time favorite movie is The Godfather, so the fictional character I would like to dine with would obviously be from that movie. The character I would like to dine with is Michael Corleone. Why him and…
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Treasure of Knowledge
What is the best purchase you have ever made? The best purchase I ever made without regrets is my books and Scrivener. As for books, for me, they carry immense value and knowledge. They are the most precious possession someone can attain. Let’s go to Scrivener. Scrivener is a fantastic…
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No Regrets
What app eats up most of your screen time — and do you even feel bad about it? Lately, I’ve spent more time on Instagram than on other apps I use. Do I feel bad about it? NO! Not at all, because I use it for work reasons. See,…
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Skeletons
If you could erase one trend from history, what would it be? Well, looking back at past trends and comparing them with what’s trending today, I think there’s nothing to mock or erase about them. I would leave everything as it was. However, looking at what is trending today,…
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Embracing Time
Which outdated technology do you miss the most, and why? I miss the Walkman. My black Sony Walkman. I remember the feeling when I finally got my favorite music list recorded on audio tape, put it into the Walkman, and, with excitement, pressed play. Then, when one side finished, I…
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A Clump of Clay
Do you think we’re shaped more by our experiences or by who we are? Nice question. I will give my answer in a metaphorical artistic way. Let’s think we come into this world as a clump of clay. Born into a family where parents mostly give us the first shape…
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Highly Skilled
If you had to be an animal for a week, which one would you be and why? I could be an animal for a few days; it would be a Cheetah. Why a Cheetah? Hey, they are skilled hunters with a well-developed strategy, and in this world, you must…
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TBR
Which book have you read more than any other? There are a bunch of books I’ve read more than once but not more than twice, from my personal library. Why not more? Well, I have many books, and I still have some unread ones lingering on my TBR shelf, and…
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Lifeschool
Are you a lifelong learner? Yes, absolutely, I am a lifelong learner. I believe that life itself is like a school, teaching us new things every day and putting struggles in our path to help us cope with people and situations that challenge us and, in the worst cases, provoke…
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Patience
What’s one habit that has improved your life the most? It’s a habit I acquired relatively late in my life, but it improved and still keeps improving, and that is PATIENCE. Patience is an essential virtue in life, since almost nothing goes the way we wish it to. Therefore,…
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The End
What’s a book you think deserves a sequel? An author would know if the story needs to continue, and he would continue writing, at first hand. So, when a book is completed, it is complete; there’s no sequel needed.
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The Joker
What villain actually had a good point? I think we all know Batman and its many sequels. Many actors have played Batman, and many others have played The Joker. To tell the truth, I’m not a huge fan of the Batman movies; I only watch short videos that circulate on…
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Fight for Yourself
What’s a lesson you’ve learned recently that shifted your perspective? The lesson I learned lately is not to take it for granted that people will help you, even if some of them are called family. If you want to succeed and achieve your goals, you have to fight for…
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Balanced
What do you do to improve your sleep? This question is very relevant to my current situation. The weather here in Greece has started to get very hot. That’s the main problem, but secondly, I’m not used to drinking a lot of water during the day, only at night. That…
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Courage
Hit 5,000 steps today and drop your achievement here — we’re cheering you on! Every day, we take different steps in life, whether metaphorical or literal, small or big, with progress fast or slow. The outcome depends on circumstances and the devotion we put in. Anyway, in most cases,…
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Stop Overthinking
What’s the best way to deal with negative thoughts? If someone wants to deal with negative thoughts, there’s a very simple solution. I would say stop overthinking, but actually, my main strategy is to focus on positive thoughts. That’s how I cope with them, thinking that even negative things…
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Attitudes
What do you love now, that you hated when you were younger? When I was much younger, I hated chickpeas in any kind of dish. Nobody could convince me to eat them. Today, I love eating chickpeas, especially in salads. Another thing is, I wasn’t much of a sports…
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Mediator
What’s a time you followed your gut and it turned out to be exactly right? Now, the personality type test I once took confirmed that I’m an INFP, or, in other words, a Mediator. This means I rely heavily on my intuition. This doesn’t mean I don’t consider facts, but…
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Brighten Up
Emperor Palpatine has announced open elections for a new Emperor — and he’s nominated Darth Vader. You get to nominate one challenger. To be honest, I’ve never been a fervent fan of Star Wars. Therefore, to spice things up and make them more fun, I would recommend this nomination.…
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Children’s Spirits
What’s something you used to believe as a kid that seems ridiculous now? What I used to believe, like most children around the world, may now sound ridiculous: the existence of Santa Claus. However, I wouldn’t say it’s ridiculous; it is an innocent belief that generally gives hope, the belief…
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Sow Injustice
What’s a piece of media (book, movie, song) that changed how you see the world? I’ve always been an avid reader, so the piece of media that changed my worldview was a book. Which book? Franz Kafka’s “The Trial.” I was relatively young when I read it, around 20 years…
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Un-Heroic Death
If you could change the ending of any book, which one would it be? If given the chance to change a book’s ending, I would definitely choose Les Misérables by Victor Hugo. I read it after finishing The Count of Monte Cristo, so my expectations were very high. The main…
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Cosmopolitan
Which languages do you speak and how did that impact your life? I’m trilingual; I speak German, Greek, and English. So, how did I come to speak these 3 languages? I’m Greek but was born and raised in Germany, which means I normally went to a German school. At home,…
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Missed Advice
What’s the best advice you’d give to someone younger than you? We give advice, but it’s not guaranteed to be followed. Yes, I once gave my nephew advice: he should engage more with the English language, but he responded that he wouldn’t need English in his life, because…
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Essence of Life
Who are you most inspired by? Life itself inspires me. By continually offering me new challenges to overcome. This, in turn, helps me appreciate the happy moments in life after mastering those challenges. And be thankful for these blessings, since not everyone has the strength and chance to enjoy learning…
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Follow your passion
What’s your top tip to be successful in life? I don’t know if I’m the right person to give tips on success. Anyway, I think each of us has a different point of view on what it means to achieve success. Different people with different life stories have different views…
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Sweet Nuggets
What’s a common misconception people have about happiness? I think I can clearly say that every one of us is striving for happiness, and, foremost, for happiness that lasts a long time. Regarding the latter, long time, I will come back to it in the long run. But mainly, finding…
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Venture into new fields
If you could instantly master any skill, what would it be and why? Certainly, there’s a skill someone can refine and elaborate on according to their field. Being open to developing your skills helps you discover new aspects not only of yourself but also of the areas where you apply…
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Embracing Shani Dev
What is one way you have grown this year? I strongly believe that each of us is growing emotionally, facing and overcoming fears, adapting to new circumstances, and most importantly, progressing by learning new things. In this context, how did I develop? Well, as Saturn plays a crucial role in…
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Wake-up Call
What is something you wish you could tell your 20-year-old self? “Girl, start writing and drawing. You have a talent you don’t even know about yet. So, ASAP, start writing and drawing. Don’t waste time. Develop and improve these skills.” These are the words I would say to my 20-year-old…
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Virtues
Write your guide to setting healthy boundaries in relationships. Relationships have become more complicated over the years. I guess this has to do with our fast-paced lives. We increasingly want things immediately, driven by ego. There’s also a lack of patience, understanding, and especially emotional awareness of others’ feelings. Call…
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Save the Earth
Do you think humans will ever colonize Mars? What would life there actually look like? Initially, I have to confess that I’m fascinated by space. Every time a crew goes up there and returns, I’m fascinated by the journey they take and the pictures we receive as they enter Earth’s…
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Stupidity
What’s your favorite meme? To be honest, I have no favorite meme, but I do have a favorite quote, which is often attributed to Einstein and could count as one.
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Everything in moderation
What’s a cultural tradition from another country that you wish existed in yours? In other prompts, I’ve already mentioned that I’m Greek but was born and raised in Germany. This fostered a sense of growing up in a multicultural environment, where I experienced not only predominantly the German culture but…
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Reality Check
What are the biggest mistakes people make when visiting your country? The biggest mistake people make when visiting my country is thinking that life in Greece is as easy as it seems during their stay. They are convinced that since the weather is great, mostly warm throughout the year, with…
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Mood Swings
What’s a song that always puts you in a good mood? The song that puts me in a good mood isn’t always the same; moods change, and tastes change as we grow. So lately, what makes me move with joy is the song “Choose You” by Midnight Purple, Sam Smyers,…
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Live Life Well
What’s a fear you’ve overcome — and how did you do it? There are different kinds of fears. The innocent one’s fear snakes, spiders, heights, and so on. Then, within us, lie serious fears that require immense courage and strength to overcome, because they are deeply rooted in our psyche.…
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Self-Awareness
What’s the best way to build self-confidence? Foremost, to develop self-confidence, someone should get to know themselves better, which means self-awareness. It’s the point where everything starts, for better or worse, building. Being aware of your strengths, weaknesses, and fears is the starting point for self-improvement when there’s a will…
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Authentic
How do you build loyal subscribers? First and foremost, I strive to write in an authentic, creative, compelling, and emotional style to capture readers’ interest and engage them with my content. I think that’s most essential for a writer and content creator to develop their genuine writing style, even before…
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Seize with care…
Share a proverb you think is completely wrong and make your case. There’s a proverb that’s a bit tricky. It is: Strike while the iron is hot. Well, I think it’s reasonable to seize opportunities when they suddenly appear and move forward in life to achieve your set goals as…
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Dharma
Do you believe in soulmates? Why or why not? Yes, I absolutely believe in the existence of a soulmate. You may wonder why. Well, after I began to engage deeply with Vedic Astrology, it became clear to me that people who cross our paths aren’t there by coincidence. We are…
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Persistent Vision
What’s something you’d love to see in the future, but know you probably won’t live to witness? Well, I think I can speak for all of us and say that we would love to see, worldwide, an end to wars, suffering, pain, famine, starvation, and serious disease, and instead see…
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Less is More
Do you believe in minimalism? I wouldn’t say “believe,” since I associate the word “believe” with something more strongly in the realm of spirituality. Therefore, I regard minimalism as an attitude towards life and as a lifestyle to adopt. Over the last few decades, we have become overly inclined towards…
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Imaginary World
What’s a moment in your life that felt like it was straight out of a movie? So far, I can’t say I’ve experienced a moment that made me feel like I was in a movie. But, hey, I have an endless imagination and can create such moments in my own…
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Old Town of Xanthi
Go on a walk today and share a photo of something that catches your eye. This is what a walk through the Old Town of Xanthi looks like.
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Sparked Up
What’s the first book you ever finished and still remember to this day? The book should be started and finished. Isn’t it, though? Okay, there are books that are a bit hard to understand, boring, or that you can’t get into the flow of the story, so you give up…
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Lot in Life
What’s the most profound piece of advice you’ve been given? Did you take it? The most life-changing advice I got was back when I was finishing my bachelor’s degree. I considered pursuing a master’s degree in education. So, I talked to my professor about it, and she recommended that I…
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Gladden the Heart
If you had an unlimited budget for 24 hours, what would you do? Unlimited budget for 24h: I would go to a children’s home and invite them on a day trip to Disneyland. Since I live in Europe, it would be Disneyland Paris. Over the last few decades, we have…
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Friends Forever
What’s a show that had the perfect series finale? My all-time favorite series is “Friends.” I started watching it at the premiere, from the 1st episode through the last. What makes this Friends viewing trip so special is that I began watching it as a teenager in Germany and finished…
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Dinner for 3
If you could have dinner with any philosopher, who would it be? Oh! Now you are putting me in a quandary. I love philosophy, and there are many philosophers I would like to have dinner with, if I had the opportunity. At least I will mention two. The first one…
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Shedding off my old self…
How do you handle fear and self-doubt? In truth, I wouldn’t describe myself as fearful. Any uneasiness I experience arises from my self-doubt. Self-doubt has been a vulnerability of mine since my teenage years. Maybe my inclination toward introversion nurtured this self-doubt. So, being at that young age, I didn’t…
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Quotidian
What’s a moment that made you question reality? Well, I’m a writer; I create a new world every day, and I think I’m questioning reality every day.
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Unbiased
What’s a movie you expected to hate but ended up loving? I think having expectations for a movie before even seeing it is the wrong way to enjoy it. You are already prejudiced, and from the start, you won’t have the chance to genuinely be fond of it. Generally, having…
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GIFT
What is the meaning of life? Oh, not many years ago, I tried to find out the meaning of life, but I will reveal my conclusion at the end of this prompt. So: “What is the meaning of life?” You can talk about or write about this kind of question…
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It’s A Sin
What’s a word or phrase that annoys you? I don’t like it when people say “I swear!” When we look closely, from a religious perspective, swearing is a sin, according to the Bible, as a verse says: But I tell you, do not swear an oath at all: either by heaven,…
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Island Hopper
How do you plan the perfect road trip? There was a period when I commuted between Xanthi and Thessaloniki, a distance of 203 km. Sometimes, I also stayed overnight in Thessaloniki. But I wouldn’t call it a road trip, even though it required preparation. Anyway, I didn’t drive myself; I…
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Dharma & Karma
What’s a moment that made you realize you were stronger than you thought? What’s a moment that made you realize you were stronger than you thought? Well, I have a Jupiter-Saturn conjunction, both retrograde in my astrological birth chart. This forms, as Vedic Astrologers say, a “Dharma Karmadhipati Yoga,” it’s…
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Authentic
What’s a simple pleasure in life that brings you joy? Oh! Many simple things bring me joy. A cup of coffee. Hugging my dogs. Reading a good book. Enjoying the sunset. All of these simple things bring me joy, and they are priceless and beyond any luxury. Because only the…
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Trilogy
If you could erase one movie from your memory and watch it again for the first time, which one would it be? For me, the best movie ever is “The Godfather.” It’s a trilogy, and my favorite of those three parts is part one. So, if I had the chance…
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Lifelong Learner
How do you stay motivated when learning something new? I have always been inclined to improve myself, enrich my knowledge, and widen my horizons. It is a seed planted within me and is astrologically traceable in my birth chart. And what must you do about that? Learning, of course. But…
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New World Perspective
What’s a book that completely surprised you? Many of the books I read had a significant impact on me, but two stood out. The first was Franz Kafka’s “The Trial”. When I read it, I was around 19 and thought it was the perfect time to read such a book.…
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Smart Way to Fit
How can you build a regular fitness routine? There’s a saying: Where there’s a will, there’s a way! I’m absolutely convinced that this is right. To build a regular fitness routine, someone must first be highly disciplined not only to build it but also to keep up with it. Many…
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Timeless
What’s a classic book that you think is overrated? As a writer, I would never label a book as overrated, especially when it’s a classic, because if a book is considered a classic, it must carry some specific value. Otherwise, it wouldn’t count as a classic. Readers have different tastes;…
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Posthumous Honor
Who are some underrated people in history? Well, I guess every country has wronged or failed to pay proper respect to figures from its history. Whether they worked behind the scenes or were overshadowed by other great contemporaries. Now, who would I put in that category of historical figures? Unfortunately,…
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Balanced
What are the biggest benefits of minimalist living? When we examine minimalist living from the perspective of life attitude, it fosters great independence. You learn to live with fewer things. You don’t crave more to attain, a craving that makes you unbalanced, because you feel a lack, as if something…
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Wheeling
What’s a thing you were completely obsessed with as a kid? It was actually an activity, but I needed a thing for it. … Please do not get any stupid ideas. The thing or activity I was obsessed with as a kid was bike riding. I had a red bike,…
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Carya
What’s the most interesting local custom you’ve encountered? I’m not sure if it’s the most interesting, but I think it’s worth mentioning. It’s a religious custom that takes place every Pentecost. Our Greek-Orthodox celebrate Pentecost 50 days after Easter. So, on the Sunday of Pentecost, in the church, worshippers lay…
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Realistic
If you had to describe your ideal life, what would it look like? First, I have to clarify one thing: I don’t believe that an ideal life exists, but OK, we can imagine it. Well, what would be my ideal life? There isn’t much to describe. I don’t know if…
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Lackluster
What is the best concert you have been to? Well, I have been to a lot of concerts, which could give me the opportunity to pick out one that impressed me. But to be honest, there isn’t one that truly blew me away. Think I’m not easy to impress. However,…
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Nestos
What is the best thing to do in your city? To be honest, if I could move away from my city, I would. Over the last couple of years, I haven’t felt very comfortable. It’s not due to a lack of safety or extreme criminality; it has more to do…
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School of Hard Knocks
What superpower do you wish you had and why? Oh! That’s very easy to answer. I wish I had the superpower to never get hurt. Who wants to be hurt, whether physically or emotionally? But I think attaining such a superpower is almost impossible, since, like it or not, we…
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Calling
What’s a mystery from your own life that you’ve never solved? I can confidently say that there are no mysteries in my life. All work is done. As for my most obstinate mystery, I had to solve, it was related to my purpose in life. Some may call it calling.…
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Valuable
List the people you admire and look to for advice … People I admire are: -Jürgen Habermas, German Philosopher and Social Theorist, under the principles of critical theory and pragmatism. Why do I admire him? I’ve read some of his texts and worked with them in the context of modern…
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Reunion
You stood there suddenly before me, like a creature born of another world. Fear and courage intertwined within me, and in that instant, I knew I was lost—forever. Love had taken hold of me completely: my soul, my heart, my body, my very existence. I stared at you, unmoving, breathless,…
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Sparking Creativity
What gives you direction in life? Creativity. For many years, I’ve been in a spiritual hibernation, which has caused me to try different professions at random. Back then, I wasn’t aware of how creative I was. Then, suddenly, like being kissed by a Muse, this lingering creativity woke up, pushing…
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Truth Matters
Do you have a quote you live your life by or think of often? That’s my life motto, which I’ve pinned to my profile on Instagram. I don’t think much needs to be explained.
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Carpe Diem – Seize the Day
What is your favorite holiday? Why is it your favorite? Easter was my favorite holiday because it holds special value for us, Greek-Orthodox. Furthermore, we celebrate it by carrying out customs connected to our cultural heritage. However, you read correctly: it was my favorite for the last 1-2 years it…
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Miracles in the Aegean
Have you ever been camping? So far, never been camping. But it’s not that I’m averse to it. On the contrary, I love nature and being outside. Unfortunately, I have never had the chance to go camping till now. Since summer is approaching, and if I had the chance to…
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The early bird …
When do you feel most productive? Well, there’s the saying “The early bird catches the worm”. I absolutely can confirm the meaning behind this saying, because I’m a morning person. Even Vedic philosophy, astrology, and other doctrines support the idea that to generate positive energy, someone should wake up by…
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New Age Communication
What are your favorite emojis? The picture above gives a hint about my favorites. However, further, I want to add that our communication with others has changed a lot over the years. It became briefer, leaving out unnecessary information, to save time in the rush we live in. Especially nowadays,…
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Relish the Masterpieces
What topics do you like to discuss? My all-time favorite topics have been classic literature, general literature, and philosophy. Especially, I find joy in combining literature and philosophy when analyzing and interpreting the books I read, and I share my ideas about them. To be honest, I prefer to read…
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Risk-Taker
Describe a risk you took that you do not regret. Oh! I think I took quite a lot of risks, some of which had a positive outcome, others a negative one. I will mention two of them. The first risk I took was moving to Athens, alone, to study. People…
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Rash & Fiery
Write about a time when you didn’t take action but wish you had. What would you do differently? The problem with me is that I mostly take action without thinking much or taking the time to think. Especially when it comes to life-changing decisions. It’s exactly the opposite of the…
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Stepping into Happiness
What makes you nervous? Years ago, during my study time, I was very nervous. Always competed to be among the best. That didn’t make me only nervous but also very driven. Some may say that it’s good to be ambitious and take the initiative. No doubt about that, but if…
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Nice & Quiet
How do you unwind after a demanding day? Well, after doing all the errands, writing the schedule, and house chores, I sit down to watch my favorite series these days. It’s a daily Greek series, surprisingly, since many years, 10 and maybe more, I haven’t been hooked by a Greek…
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There is no easy success, nor definitive failures
Jot down the first thing that comes to your mind. Proust is not an easy read! A week ago, I started to continue reading Marcel Proust’s “In Search of Lost Time” series. Now at the volume “The Guermantes Way”. I’ve never thought that there could be another difficult writer to…
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Uranus
Describe a random encounter with a stranger that stuck out positively to you. To be honest, I can’t remember if anyone impressed me in a positive way. The last 6 years weren’t easy for me. It was just hard work, transforming internally, and I got so absorbed that I may…
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Back to School
Describe a decision you made in the past that helped you learn or grow. I mentioned many times that I grew up in Germany. The school system is a bit different from that in Greece, where I moved to much later in life. Back then in Germany, after earning the…
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Values
What place in the world do you never want to visit? Why? Ok, I won’t name specific countries but let me put it this way. I would avoid visiting countries governed by dictators or implementing policies that are dictatorial-like. Why? For moral reasons. Furthermore, I grew up in a decade,…
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My dearest…
Describe a positive thing a family member has done for you. Positive thing? Family member? Done for me? Now, there’s only one answer for me I could give. My parents, who gave me life and have supported me throughout my life.
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Mommy’s Restaurant
What is your favorite restaurant? Oh, that’s very simple. It’s Mommy’s restaurant. By the way, I’m not fond of going out to restaurants to eat. I’m more likely the coffee-goer.
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Life Unforseen
Where do you see yourself in 10 years? I don’t plan or imagine that far ahead. I certainly set goals and work on them, focused and devoted. However, I don’t imagine how I will be or what exactly I will have achieved by then. Why? Because life has taught me…
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Pivotal Choice
What are 5 everyday things that bring you happiness? To put it bluntly, the last is the most essential.
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Mini Society
Describe something you learned in high school. Well, there’s not much to describe, as in yesterday’s answer. What I’ve learned in high school has little to do with the knowledge the school delivers. I didn’t hate school, but I can’t say I was a straight-A student. I became a good…
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Intuition
Describe one positive change you have made in your life. There’s not much to describe in my case. The change I’ve made was to start listening to my inner voice and intuition, and to chase and do what I truly love. Devoting my energy to my wants and needs, even…
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Willpower
What’s the most fun way to exercise? Well, first, someone should be aware of the importance of exercise and also have the will and desire to train. Then, the most fun way would be to exercise with music that someone enjoys. Now, if someone is fond of classical music, in…
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Breathing Souls
What book could you read over and over again? There are definitely many books I would like to read again and again. However, I can’t pick just one that holds the absolute top spot. Every book tells us a different story, like a soul breathing and whispering a life message.…
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Powerful Emotions
If you could be a character from a book or film, who would you be? Why? Not long ago, I read The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas. The book itself was very captivating, especially the main character, Edmont Dantès. A combined story of history, love, intrigue, injustice, disappointment,…
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Monstrous Nightmare
What animals make the best/worst pets? Talking about the best pets. Those who have been following me for a while may know that I have two dogs, Lucy and Maya. That makes it clear that I have a special liking for dogs. As for the worst pets? I don’t like…
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Pet Lover
What job would you do for free? I’ve been a helpless pet lover ever since I took to liking pets. Especially, I’m very sensitive to animal abuse and abandonment. I believe stray dogs and cats are not to blame for being caught in such an unfortunate situation. It’s humans who…
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Stick to Tradition
What Olympic sports do you enjoy watching the most? Well, modernity is fine and good, but I prefer to stick with traditional classics for some things. So, first of all, I prefer to watch the Summer Olympic Games. Secondly, which sport? The traditional athletics sports include track events, field events,…
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Killing two birds with one stone
How would you improve your community? Over the past few decades, society and its people have embraced individualism. This, along with other factors, has created a significant gap between the upper class, the middle/working class, and the lower class, with the latter one almost vanishing. That’s a development we shouldn’t…
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Life-Changing
How have you adapted to the changes brought on by the Covid-19 pandemic? I can say that, back then, this pandemic had a significant impact on my future life. It wasn’t long after I moved to Germany, about a year, when Covid-19 broke out. I wanted to start a new…
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Coffee Ritual
What are your morning rituals? What does the first hour of your day look like? Actually, there’s no special ritual. Waking up, letting my dog outside into the garden. After that, I splash some cool, fresh water on my face to wake up, then I make coffee and toast. For…
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Ethos
Which aspects do you think make a person unique? I believe a person’s character adds a unique touch to their existence. Moreover, character is made up of complex traits and elements, such as education, hobbies, the society they grow up in, and the influence of their environment, family, friends, and…
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Leave a Mark
If you could have something named after you, what would it be? Literature and philosophy are my greatest loves. I enjoy reading fiction and classical works alongside philosophical theories. So, if there’s a chance for something to be named after me, I hope it will be a philosophical theory I…
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Witticism
What makes you laugh? What makes me laugh is life itself, filled with good, smart jokes.
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Detours
When you were five, what did you want to be when you grew up? I can’t remember what I wanted to be when I was 10, let alone when I was 5. But I remember exactly when I turned 13 or 14. Our school had a program that took us…
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The Art of Living
What’s something most people don’t understand? I can’t specify exactly what people don’t get because I’m not inside their minds. But I believe that if people realized that a kind word, a warm smile, a small hug, and a tiny step back from egoism could make living with others much…
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Fortify Intimacy
How has technology changed your job? Well, I think I can say that technology hasn’t just changed our jobs but has fundamentally changed life itself. Since I haven’t held just one specific job, I’ve changed jobs many times in my life; that makes it impossible for me to answer the…
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Growing Strong
How often do you say “no” to things that would interfere with your goals? Good question, which, if I believe, we have already been questioned. This time, I will put it this way: it took me many years, in my mid-30s, to start realizing which path was the right one…
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Herculean
I listened to my heavy heart beating dreadly aloud in the herculean turmoil of the vile, wicked world. Howbeit, my valiant spirit fiercely resisted getting swept along into a dreadful ravine. Hope still shone on the horizon. Joyous in ambition to turn all evil upside down and let goodness long…
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Drawing Journey
What’s a secret skill or ability you have or wish you had? About three years ago, I started drawing spontaneously. I should mention that I’ve never been good at it, but when I suddenly picked up a pencil and began, I was surprised. Not that it was perfect, but I…
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Late Spring
What is your favorite type of weather? My favorite weather is between May and June. Nature awakens and is fully in bloom; it’s pleasant and warm, and you can enjoy the sun without dripping in sweat. I hate sweating; when it’s so hot that after 5 minutes you need to…
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Turning Point
Who was your most influential teacher? Why? The person who had a significant impact on my life path was my professor at the University of Athens. A few months before I graduated, I was deciding which Master’s program to pursue, and I was close to choosing the Education and Teaching…
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Running after time…
What do you wish you could do more every day? The last few months, I have had a serious problem with time. Time passes too quickly for me, so I desperately need more of it. What for? Well, to have the chance to do more writing and reading. Honestly, over…
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Touching the Divine
What is one word that describes you? If I had to pick one word, it would be detached. You might wonder why I chose that word. Well, over the past few years, a key lesson I’ve learned is to detach myself from negative vibes so I can be more creative.…
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Reflection
What was the best compliment you’ve received? Well, I won’t write about the specific compliment I received, but about the types of compliments I appreciate and those I don’t. I don’t pay any attention to compliments about my appearance, like how good I look in that dress, my hairstyle, makeup,…
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A Summer Wish
You’re going on a cross-country trip. Airplane, train, bus, car, or bike? For years, I have wanted to visit the Island of Tinos. Tinos holds a special place in my heart. I’ve already been there twice, for a pilgrimage to the holy church of Evangelistria of Tinos. I remember, before…
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Run the Risk
Who is the most confident person you know? I believe that’s me. When I talk about confidence, I mean making quick decisions, especially crucial ones that can change your life. For example, after many years living in Greece, I decided to go back to Germany for career reasons. Unfortunately, or…
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Detachment
What strategies do you use to cope with negative feelings? To answer this question, I first need to identify when I feel negative emotions and which kinds I consider negative. For instance, having an argument, or let’s say a disagreement with someone, or being told that someone can’t stand me,…
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Dive into creativity
What activities do you lose yourself in? I don’t know if you can really call it an activity; more precisely, I show this habit through an activity. That activity is cleaning the house. So, what I’m really doing to lose myself while I tidy up is letting my mind wander—thinking…
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Cosy Vibe
What movies or TV series have you watched more than 5 times? I believe that movies or series that touch a sensitive point within us offer a blend of suspense, familiarity, soothing, and satisfaction, prompting us to watch them over and over. As for my taste, such movies and series…
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Non-negotiable
Are you superstitious? I absolutely believe in Karma. To put it differently, what is meant to happen will happen, no matter what. Be it good or bad things. Fated events are non-negotiable. Since I have that attitude towards life, it doesn’t make much sense to be superstitious. So, no, I’m…
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A Common Journey
Which animal would you compare yourself to, and why? Camel. Isn’t it a cute animal? Why? Because camels are remarkably patient, resilient animals. They can adapt easily to harsh environments, allowing them to endure long, tough journeys where food and water are scarce. The similarities between camels and me are…
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Bittersweet Symphony
Write a letter to your 100-year-old self. Hey you! You’ve turned 100 years old. Congrats! Looks like I did something right with exercise and nutrition. Sorry, there could have been easier solutions during the tough times. But you know, the stubbornness of youth and wanting to prove you’re strong, I…
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Waterstones
Where would you go on a shopping spree? I would go to the biggest bookstore in Europe. That would be Waterstones Piccadilly in London. As I’ve mentioned many times, my biggest weakness is books; I’m an incurable book lover. Therefore, I could spend the whole day in a bookshop.
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Needless
What is your middle name? Does it carry any special meaning/significance? Thankfully, I don’t have a middle name. My first and last names together count 20 letters. I think that’s enough. There’s no need for a middle name.
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Greatest Teacher
What is the last thing you learned? Oh, that happened relatively recently! It was last week that I realized something very clear. After witnessing what is happening around the world and seeing what people I know are posting on Facebook. From people I went to University with, specifically. I came…
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Mind your own beeswax!
What is one question you hate to be asked? Explain. The question that gets on my nerves is: How much do you earn? Explanation: There is no specific one. Just that’s none of your business. Another question is: How are you? Explanation: Whether I’m well or not, the answer will…
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Saturnian
How has failure, or apparent failure, set you up for later success? Failures are lessons, important lessons, making you strong, mentally. Leading you to do some introspection, analyzing your mistakes and flaws, in other words, failures urge you to improve yourself and develop the virtue of patience. As for me,…
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Breaking Free
You’re writing your autobiography. What’s your opening sentence? Even if that’s not going to happen, I would never write my autobiography. I prefer to create stories and write poems. Anyway, the possible opening sentence would be: “She hid herself behind her talent, anxious about revealing her true self and strength,…
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Rising from Ashes
What experiences in life helped you grow the most? Oh, that’s very easy and short to answer. When I reached the bottom of my career, nothing went well for me; I didn’t feel desperate but incredibly disappointed. Yep, this was the experience that helped me grow the most. As weird…
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Kismet
Do you believe in fate/destiny? I’ve always had a deep sense that there’s a higher power pulling the strings. It isn’t a simple coincidence that we meet special people who have a distinct impact on us and further lead us on a path meant for us to walk. And live…
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The Final Goodbye
Describe a phase in life that was difficult to say goodbye to. Mmm, a hurtful goodbye to a phase in life. Well, goodbyes do hurt, some or less, especially when it’s connected to experiences and memories with which we had a special attachment and connotation. I had lived through that…
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The Philosopher with the Hammer
If you could be someone else for a day, who would you be, and why? When I started my studies at the university, after the first semester, I began to engage intensively with Philosophy, and, as my studies included German literature, specifically classic literature, I combined these two fields. What…
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The Perfect Loaf
Describe the most ambitious DIY project you’ve ever taken on. Well, I’ve always been fond of baking, and one day I decided to give it a try to bake my own Sourdough bread. For that, I first needed to prepare a sourdough starter from scratch, which takes 14 days to…
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Give it a try!
If you could permanently ban a word from general usage, which one would it be? Why? I remember my apprenticeship, when I had a boss, I would characterize him as a traditional one. He was, in a way, very strict but also kind, and interested in his employees, I mean,…
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Embracing the Unexpected
What is the biggest challenge you will face in the next six months? Biggest challenge? Well, nothing specific comes to my mind. Of course, I’ve set my goals, but if you set them intentionally on your own, you are prepared, and for that, I wouldn’t call them a big challenge…
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Revelation
What advice would you give to your teenage self? Start writing ASAP. You don’t know it yet, but you have the writing talent, so don’t waste your time. Unfortunately, I noticed very late that I had this talent. I had to try out many career options before I discovered my…
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No time to lose
What bores you? Well, someone gets bored when they engage with activities, people, or things that don’t stimulate their mind. Doing this, spending time with such activities, people, or things, is wasting one’s time. I don’t waste my time because time is precious; I focus only on activities and things…
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Coffee! What else?
What is your favorite drink? My favorite drink? Coffee! What else? Coffee is the fuel that keeps my engine working. As for alcoholic beverages, red wine is my favorite. But recently I have tried to cut alcohol drinks, reducing them to only one time a week. However, coffee is my…
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Supersensitive
Who are your favorite people to be around? My parents accept me as I am, and I know 100% that they love me unconditionally, no matter what. If we go further in a general group of people, I choose to be surrounded by people who spread positive thoughts and vibes.…
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Book Addict
Share one of the best gifts you’ve ever received. I gave myself the best gift. It was around not last Christmas but the one before. I ordered a special edition of Marcel Proust’s “In Search of Lost Time. All 7 volumes compressed into 3 volumes in German. To speak the…
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Smart Spender
Write about your approach to budgeting. Budgeting and saving money require a good amount of discipline. Especially if the money doesn’t flow fluently. That can be especially cruel nowadays, as temptations rise as our society becomes increasingly consumer-driven, with luxury products and lifestyle ranking at the top of the list.…
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Amber Lights
Have you ever unintentionally broken the law? The only offence I’ve committed so far is to drive through an amber light. That’s all. image: made with Grok
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Moratorium
If there were a biography about you, what would the title be? The title would be: Managing the Psychosocial Moratorium Why this title? It took me a very long time to find my purpose in life, specifically regarding my career path. It was a journey filled with struggles and desperation,…
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Generations
What were your parents doing at your age? At my age, my parents were married, had us, 3 children, and were working at Bosch. A world-famous factory founded in Stuttgart. My parents worked at the department in Reutlingen, a town where my siblings and I were born. Compared with my…
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Right of Freedom
If you had the power to change one law, what would it be and why? I would allow euthanasia by law. I hold the opinion that if someone is incurably sick, sentenced to death by fate, and according to this sickness, they’re going to suffer unbearable pain or they will…
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Bohemian
Write about your dream home. Well, I don’t have extravagant requirements for my dream home. The home should be by the sea, with green vegetation and a mountainous backdrop. The best on a Greek peaceful Island. I would like it in a Bohemian style, with a cozy flair; it absolutely…
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Disconnected
You get some great, amazingly fantastic news. What’s the first thing you do? Well, the first thing I would do is tell my parents. As every news about me, first and foremost, affects them. After that, I would act as if nothing happened. No special further celebrations, partying, or outburst…
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Outgrown Toxicity
Are there any activities or hobbies you’ve outgrown or lost interest in over time? One thing I’ve surely grown out of, which doesn’t have anything to do with activities or hobbies, is engaging and dealing with toxic people. There was a time I gave second and third chances to people,…
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God-Sent
Weak hopes do not fly on the horizon of courage they remain tied to the fertile ground of cowardice and patiently await only a miracle God-sent. ©2026, Vasiliki Papadopoulou
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Not a big fan
What’s your favorite candy? To tell the truth, I’m not the candy but more the chocolate type. When I was much younger, there was a time when I liked Werther’s Original. I still remember the spots regarding these candies on German TV. It was always the grandpa giving his grandchild…
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Trust in Hope
Do you need a break? From what? I wouldn’t say a break, but getting out of the way. That sounds nicer. Now, from what? From people who spread negative vibes and see only negativity in everything. If you want things to get better, pessimism isn’t much of a help. You…
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Who knows the future?
The most important invention in your lifetime is… I wouldn’t say “lifetime,” because I hope to live many years more, so until my last, maybe something else fantastic will be invented. So, I would say, it’s good to keep a small basket. Anyway, now the most important invention so far,…
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God Laughs
Describe your most ideal day from beginning to end. Oh! As for me, there must be no extraordinary events in a day for it to be the most ideal. The first thing, of course, is to wake up and enjoy the first cup of coffee of the day. It’s a…
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Change
How do significant life events or the passage of time influence your perspective on life? The most significant life event for me was my move from Germany to Greece. It led me on a completely new path in life. Initially, I had some trouble adapting to life in Greece, even…
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Spiritual Journey
Something on your “to-do list” that never gets done. Oh! That’s simple traveling in my case. For the last three years, I have felt an immense urge to go on a trip, but somehow, circumstances haven’t allowed it. See, everything happens only at the right time. Why am I saying…
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The trick to baking better bread
What’s your favorite thing to cook? As I recall, I’ve said many times that I’m more of a baking type. Not that I don’t like cooking or can’t cook at all, but I love to create more bakeries. So, the thing I love to bake is sourdough bread. Every time…
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A Late Companion
Write about your first computer. I got my first computer relatively late. It was when I started my studies in Athens. Till then, I somehow managed to get along without a computer. If I had to write CVs and job applications, I would do so with a traditional typewriter. Back…
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Divine Timing
What’s the thing you’re most scared to do? What would it take to get you to do it? Well, I think many of us have goals in life. As for some of them, we’re going straight to work on them to achieve them. And there are these other targets for…
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Youth Violence
What do you complain about the most? Well, I do not exactly complain, but I observe with alarming skepticism. It’s about the behavior, the rising violent behavior of the youth. The most worrying thing about it is that it doesn’t start in the teenage phase, no, lately, even earlier. Between…
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Just Watching
What are your favorite sports to watch and play? To answer one part of the question, I don’t play any kind of sport. To keep myself fit and to balance my adrenaline, I just work out. I do jump rope, dumbbells, and some other exercises. Now, which sports do I…
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Time to Travel
What would you do if you won the lottery? I’m doing what I love, and that’s writing, so, no significant changes in the job area. Also, I have a beautiful home; therefore, there is no need for luxurious purchases in the estate area. Buying a car? No need for that,…
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Ardent Booklover
What books do you want to read? Currently, I’m reading Les Misérables by Victor Hugo. I’m on page 129, and the book has 1304 pages. So, the reading journey ahead is long. Nevertheless, since I’m a booklover, I’ve already ordered my next reads. The following books are on their way…
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Unleash
What do you enjoy doing most in your leisure time? Call me boring, but what I enjoy most is reading. Another thing is unleashing my fantasy. Some may wonder what I mean by that. Well, I have a Moon-Mercury conjunction in my birth chart. This keeps my mind highly active.…
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Meteora
Name an attraction or town close to home that you still haven’t got around to visiting. I have long wanted to visit Meteora. Meteora are the huge rock formations in Trikala, Kalambaka. On many rocks on the top are also built Monasteries. Their foundation dates back 600-700 years. So, I…
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Creative Fun
List five things you do for fun. It’s Friday, it’s Funday. So, the theme fits perfectly. Here we go: -Reading, not only for fun, but also for getting inspiration. -Playing with my dogs. -Listening to music, not only for fun, but music also gives me a creative push. -Watching videos…
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Food Driven
If you could make your pet understand one thing, what would it be? Well, my Beagle girl Maja is very food driven. She starts begging for food 1 ½ hours before feeding time. And when I start preparing for it, she starts jumping up and down like a kangaroo, totally…
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Royal
Write about your first name: its meaning, significance, etymology, etc. My name also means ‘royal or queenly’. Indicating nobility and strength.
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Patience of Destiny
What’s your dream job? Dream job? Who wouldn’t love to work in a job they greatly love? Unfortunately, nothing comes easy in life. Ok, there are some exceptions, the lucky ones. Some people find themselves in a situation where they don’t have many job options and have to work to…
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Rhetorical Knack
What makes a good leader? First of all, a good leader should have a strong sense of fairness and ethics. Furthermore, he should be open to criticism, meaning he should be willing to listen to others’ opinions, which relates to his ability to lead and work in a group environment.…
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Book Lover Girl
If you could un-invent something, what would it be? Well, that thing I would un-invent is one I don’t use. For example, I’m a fervent reader, but I’m very classical, by which I don’t mean classic literature, which I started to read recently. However, I mean by that the way…
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The Power of Love
Can you share a positive example of where you’ve felt loved? Well, first, that’s a very personal question. So, I will put the answer in this way. We are all loved by God. When someone doesn’t believe in God, let’s say a higher power, or the Universe. Even the Universe…
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Enlightenment
Where can you reduce clutter in your life? Well, I will answer today’s question with the help of Vedic Astrology. For 1 year and 4 months, I have been in the Saturn Mahadasha. Now, you may wonder what Mahadasha is. Mahadasha refers to a cycle that is under the influence…
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Pet Lover
What is your favorite animal? Well, I have two dogs, Lucy and Maja. So, I think it’s obvious what my favorite pet is. Not that I don’t like other species of pets, I’m generally a pet lover, no matter what kind of species, except reptiles, I can’t get warm with…
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Transmit Globally
In what ways do you communicate online? Today, I will answer this question with a poem: Transmit I don’t transmit in riddles, since the talk will be corrupt. In truth and warmth, my speech unfolds, so the chat is gladly approved. That’s how I’m telling my stories across the world,…
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Commute
Think back on your most memorable road trip. Oh, I’ve made many road trips, especially while I was studying in Thessaloniki, because I had to commute by bus from Xanthi. Xanthi-Thessaloniki is ca. 220 km, and by bus it takes around 2 ½ hours. I made these trips twice a…
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Detox
What snack would you eat right now? It’s almost two weeks after Christmas and the New Year Holidays. During the holidays, I ate a lot, especially sweets. So, it’s very reasonable to say, I don’t want any snacks for the next month. It’s time for some fasting and detoxification. The…
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Creative Productive
Come up with a crazy business idea. Crazy business idea? Well, I’m a devoted writer, what kind of crazy business could I build up? Mmm, it should, of course, have something to do with writing. Going beyond simple book publishing, by the way, that is not easy; you don’t only…
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Live and Learn
Describe an item you were incredibly attached to as a youth. What became of it? Since my childhood, I have felt attached to books. I have always been a fervent reader. And I hardly part with my books. There were three times I made an exception and lent a book…
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Shaping Worlds
What is your mission? I believe every one of us tries to find a purpose in their life. Be it a personal interest or a collective one. It gives you a sense of security, which you can hold on to as you pursue that goal. Also, this could mean having…
