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„A good teacher must believe in the ideas he teaches, but he must meet another condition; he must believe in the students to whom he offers the ideas.“
― A Course in Miracles
The story of a soul, surrender, belief and light
Hi, my name is Lara. I cannot pinpoint the exact moment my journey of personal and spiritual growth started, as I feel it’s an infinite process. I don’t feel it started at some point, nor that it could ever end. That’s the truth I recognize not only about myself but about everyone reading this too.
You are all constantly growing, no matter how “(un)supportive” and “(un)conscious” your life choices might be.
In terms of formal education, I hold a Master’s degree in Psychology. My university experience has been a deeply valuable and beautiful period of my life. I loved and enjoyed learning about the human mind, the way we can research it, and draw out patterns of human behavior. This led me to becoming a researcher in the field of psychology and neuroscience of media use. Since I’ve been a content creator for over 7 years and am a strong advocate for conscious media use, I deeply enjoy broadening a collective understanding of this topic in the scientific arena.
On the other hand, what shaped me equally if not even more was the informal education in the field of psychology, spirituality, and life in general. I’ve met the most influential teachers through books, courses, and daily experiences that forever changed my mindset. I was a very dedicated and enthusiastic student both in my formal and informal education.
In my formal education, I received 10 academic awards, including 5 Rector’s prizes for excellence and other achievements. I was just as devoted to my informal education, spending equal time studying for exams and engaging in meditation, shadow work, contemplation, and learning from spiritual teachers.
Since childhood, my life has revolved around how much and how fast I can learn, from facts to personal growth and soul lessons. One of the biggest themes of my life has been surrender. I’ve been blessed with a spectrum of challenging experiences that have taught me the meaning of surrender. I had the opportunity to master the choice we have between holding on to resentment and the “truth” of the situation or letting go and allowing ourselves to live a life of joy and freedom.
I’m eternally grateful for every aspect of my life, for it has taught me to believe in myself and to have the courage to find my own light. It has also taught me about the impact of other people’s thoughts and beliefs and provided me with the opportunity to find techniques that allow me to quiet the outside noise and find my inner wisdom.
Recently, a friend showed me a movie clip saying that if you pray for something, God gives you the opportunity to master it. God gave me the opportunity to master surrender and belief in my own potential. Now it’s my time to share what I’ve learned with you!
Through the years, I’ve learned that we are powerful beings beyond comprehension. We have a light within us that can brighten the whole world. The only question is whether we will allow ourselves to step into Who We Really Are and share our true selves with the world, or will we continue to play small, doubt ourselves, and question our worth.
Will we have the courage to take control of our thoughts and prioritize our peace and joy over other people’s beliefs about us and the world?
After all these years of personal doubt, fear, weak boundaries, self-sabotage, and anxiety, I’m finally stepped into my light. I feel joy, love, and knowing beyond my ability to explain in human terms. I feel that I’m a powerful, capable, loving, lovable, worthy, and bright being, and that everyone I meet is equally divine. I found the deep sense of satisfaction, peace, and purpose I’ve been searching for my whole life. My experience is proof that you can do the same. You can step into Your Light and claim Your Power!
As I’ve said at the outset, our journeys are infinite, and I’m eager to learn and experience more with each passing day. While I deeply relish joy and love, I also acknowledge and value the “negative” emotions and experiences they bring. One of my callings is to guide you in embracing and integrating all aspects of the human experience, from pain to happiness. I am profoundly grateful for the conscious learning, guidance, and life lessons I’ve had the privilege to experience, which have led me to a place where I can share my gifts with the world. Life has already given me more than I could have asked for, and my intention is to return a portion of those blessings to the world through this work.
In addition to my personal journey, I currently conduct scientific research of media use, emotional regulation, and personal growth at the Catholic University of Croatia. I work with individuals and organizations to elevate their performance by teaching employees how to embody their best selves, overcome limiting beliefs, and regulate emotions. I’m also creating media detox and personal growth retreats for hotels and resorts, offering transformative experiences in beautiful settings.
I am eager to collaborate with you to experience the love, joy, and peace that is available to all of us and that is amplified by our mutual interaction.
