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Category: On Traveling & Living Abroad

Sharing my experiences as an expat in seven countries lived, 40 countries traveled: for work, studies, projects and wanderlust. Future dispatches from wherever the program or life takes me next.

Quantum Changes of Empathetic Communication: What Clicked After a Nonviolent Communication Training

Quantum Changes of Empathetic Communication: What Clicked After a Nonviolent Communication Training

Published by G.M. Papadopoulos on March 20, 2026

Labdien (Latvian for “good day”)! Stay, if:

  1. You want to learn what Nonviolent Communication is and how it works in practice.
  2. You’re curious about how a single experience can shift the way you see yourself and your conflicts.
  3. You enjoy philosophical undertones with your personal storytelling.

Fair warning: this one gets vulnerable. Proceed at your own risk!

Disclaimer: This article reflects my personal experience and interpretation of Nonviolent Communication. It is not a substitute for certified NVC training or psychological advice.

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Conflict Transformation Crash Course: How to Transcend your Conflicts from Compromises to Win Wins

Conflict Transformation Crash Course: How to Transcend your Conflicts from Compromises to Win Wins

Published by G.M. Papadopoulos on December 12, 2024

Kalimera/Dzien Dobry/Good day and best wishes for your winter! Dive in, if:

  • You’re looking to learn more about conflict transformation.
  • You want to become better at finding the root causes of a problem.
  • You enjoy learning from resources with a storytelling approach and witty humor.
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Navigating Chaos 2.0 – The Life-Changing Erasmus+ Training Course I Needed (And So Might You!)Navigating Chaos 2.0 - The Life-Changing Erasmus+ Training Course I Needed (And So Might You!)

Navigating Chaos 2.0 – The Life-Changing Erasmus+ Training Course I Needed (And So Might You!)

Published by G.M. Papadopoulos on June 10, 2024

Hey! Nice seeing you here. Let me ask you – have you ever:

  • Wondered what are Erasmus+ Training Courses & Youth Exchanges and how could they benefit you?
  • Searched for great opportunities & activities on self-development, self-awareness, and coaching?
  • Looked at how you can find such programs as an EU citizen?

If yes, then stick around. This blog post that unpacks my PoV from the “Navigating Chaos 2.0” Erasmus+ Training Course might be what you seek – it’s even suitable for complete beginners in Erasmus+ projects!

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Embracing the Journey – Reflections on Two Years Living Abroad (+Tips for Aspiring Expats)Embracing the Journey - Reflections on Two Years Abroad, with tips for aspiring expats

Embracing the Journey – Reflections on Two Years Living Abroad (+Tips for Aspiring Expats)

Published by G.M. Papadopoulos on May 9, 2024

You’ve somehow clicked on a highly personal blog post unpacking my experiences living abroad for the last two years. 

I recommend you read this if you:

  • Ever felt a deep urge to explore; wanderlust, as the English lexicon would name it. 
  • Are curious about what it means (and feels) to be living abroad.
  • Considered actually taking that big, brave step. Even seeking some motivation to do so. 
  • Do not mind the personal touch and lots of philosophical undertones of the article.
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