Welcome to a new episode of Spotlight Podcast! We proudly present our guest, for the second time, Jelena Stanivuković. Jelena is a master of clinical psychology and psychotherapy, RE&KBT psychotherapist, certified ATOS practitioner and hypnotherapist. As a member of the Serbian Psychological Society and the Serbian Association of Psychotherapists, Jelena brings us a wealth of knowledge and experience in the field of mental health. Jelena is also the co-founder of Beautiful Minds J&D, a place where you will be unconditionally accepted, understood and supported on your path of change and progress. The Beautiful Minds J&D Instagram profile is followed by nearly 200 thousand people. ???? Where else can you find Spotlight Podcast: Instagram: https://shorturl.at/CGJ02 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3UzSyMd Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3hJAdNW Google Podcast: https://bit.ly/3V2Qqwb In this episode, among other things, we discuss the topic: “Turn criticism into conversation: the power of reaction”. Jelena helps us understand how to deal with attacks and criticism and how to turn negative energy into constructive dialogue. Here are some key points we covered: How to deal with attacks and criticism? Learn how to recognize and respond to negative comments in an assertive manner, while remaining calm and in control. How to turn negative energy into constructive dialogue? We discover ways to transform tension and negativity into productive communication that builds up instead of tearing down. The greatest power lies in our ability to respond. Instead of defending ourselves or retaliating with equal measures, Jelena teaches us how to regain control of the situation and direct it towards constructive conversation. The key is in the way we respond. Awareness, taking responsibility for our actions, empathy and communication skills are essential tools for building better relationships. Transforming attacks into opportunities for growth. How to use attacks and criticism as an opportunity for personal development and strengthening interpersonal relationships. Are you willing to be wrong in order to continue the conversation? Focusing on communication, empathy, and finding common ground is key to maintaining stable and healthy relationships. Jelena believes that each of us has the power to change the way we react to negative situations and uses her expertise to provide us with practical advice and techniques. Her goal is to help us boldly and successfully walk through life using our inner strength. At Beautiful Minds J&D, Jelena and David provide you with the tools and support to work on your problems and become your own problem-solving expert. Don't miss this inspiring episode! Subscribe to our channel, like, comment, and share with your friends. ???? Subscribe to the channel and turn on notifications so you don't miss a single episode! Thank you for being with us! ????About us: The mission of this regional educational podcast is to shine a light on the brilliant careers of students, entrepreneurs, researchers, and inventors who create great things in the silence of their homes, away from the public eye. The goal of the Spotlight Podcast is cross-border cooperation and creating a platform for networking and strategic collaboration in all scientific fields. Also, from academic upgrading and international experience, we slowly and timidly raise topics of personal and professional development, encouraging proactivity and entrepreneurial spirit. In March 2022. we recorded the first episode and since then, to our luck, enthusiasm and satisfaction, we have only known success. The host, cameraman, editor and executive producer is Janko Škuletić, who, after a ten-year career in the field of investments and cooperation with investors from the United Arab Emirates and the Middle East, as well as a career in banking, decided to dedicate himself to education and is today one of the leading agents for student mobility in the Western Balkans region.