Author: gabriellaferenczi

A book recommendation for the times we’re in

I’m reading a beautiful book called Man’s Search for Meaning. The classic tribute to hope from the Holocaust. The author, Viktor Frankl was an Austrian neurologist and psychiatrist. He survived the Holocaust. The lessons he shares in this book are especially poignant in the times we are in. He says: “Humour is the soul’s weapon in…… Continue reading A book recommendation for the times we’re in

A personal update from me during Corona times

First and foremost, I hope you, your family, and loved ones are safe and well. 🙏 I’m in London, in our apartment, with husband. We cancelled all travel plans, we closed our hair and beauty salon, and we’re prepared to hunker down inside for the next 6-12 weeks, or as long as needed. We are determined to…… Continue reading A personal update from me during Corona times

Need inspiration for language learning? Head over to ProLingua Global

I’m a language teacher first and foremost, yet, recently, I’ve hardly shared anything here in my blog related to language learning. The reason for that is that I’m trying to keep this a personal site here, where my goal is to share lessons learnt on my personal, professional and entrepreneurial journey. But I don’t want…… Continue reading Need inspiration for language learning? Head over to ProLingua Global

Never underestimate the power of altitude

Our journey through the Himalyas was a transformational one in many ways. I’ve written here extensively about some of the cultural, historical and spiritual lessons we’ve learnt. It’s now time to address the physical side of the story: life at high altitude.  I’ve read books and guides on how to prepare, but I wish I…… Continue reading Never underestimate the power of altitude

Simplicity

“The obvious is that which is never seen until someone expresses it simply.” Kahlil Gibran, Lebanese-American writer, poet and visual artist (1883-1931) Great teachers are masters of expressing complicated things in a simple way. As are great copywriters. Or mentors who hold a mirror to you. I’m wondering what other professions can you think of…… Continue reading Simplicity

My journey through the Himalayas – Ancient wisdom and customs in the modern world

“Every culture is a unique answer to a fundamental question: What does it mean to be human and alive?”Wade Davis On my first journey leaving Europe, I had the fortune to experience corners of the world, where people have not forgotten the old ways, where different religious faiths live in harmony, where death is celebrated…… Continue reading My journey through the Himalayas – Ancient wisdom and customs in the modern world