Hello
My Name´s<
Nina.
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In a world overflowing with information and parenting tips at every corner, it’s easy to feel disconnected from our natural instincts as parents. I believe it’s essential to take a step back, to return to our roots and embrace our innate curiosity.
In a world overflowing with information and parenting tips at every corner, it’s easy to feel disconnected from our natural instincts as parents. I believe it’s essential to take a step back, to return to our roots and embrace our innate curiosity.
THAT`S ME
THAT`S ME
As a mom of two, a wife, daughter, sister, and friend, I’ve worn many hats in life. Some fit perfectly, while others served as stepping stones to discovering who I was truly meant to be. Yet, none have taught me as profoundly as motherhood has.
Motherhood has shown me the importance of thinking before I speak, staying one step ahead, and always bracing for the unexpected—like ensuring breakfast is just right to avoid a meltdown. More significantly, it has taught me to be introspective, patient, and above all, CURIOUS.
Curious about how children’s (and our own) minds function. Curious about why specific situations trigger strong reactions in us. Curious about how our behavior reflects in our children and how I can strive to be the best version of myself. Curious about learning to communicate effectively with them to introduce important topics in a relatable way.
That’s where the magic began. I discovered that children connect not through words or theories explaining what they should do, but through engaging, visual stories that illustrate cause and effect.
This realization sparked the creation of “The Curious Crew.” What started as a personal project to teach my own children essential life lessons blossomed into a mission to help parents everywhere engage in meaningful dialogues with their kids in a fun, entertaining manner.
I hope “The Curious Crew” sparks curiosity in your children and inspires new habits, questions, and conversations.
CURIOUS
CURIOUS
Motherhood was not the first time I dove deep into curiosity. Ever since I was 7 years old, my family and I had moved from country to country every 4 years (more or less).
I was born in Bosnia and Herzegovina in 1994 during the Bosnian war. My parents did a pretty great job at protecting me from the negative effects of the war and all I remember is having a safe and loving childhood; surrounded by family and friends. My mom’s and grandmother’s soups, pies and mashed potatoes are something I will care with me always.
In 2002, my father got a job in New Delhi, India. From a war-torn Bosnia and Herzegovina, we moved to a whole different world; the land of culture, spices, diversity and spirituality. My parents decided to enroll me to a local school so that I can completely blend with the local culture and traditions. And blend I did! As I was the only foreigner in school, the kids found me rather interesting and were always willing to help. I remember being very curious about their language (Hindi) and certain local traditions that I never saw before (like drinking from a water bottle without really touching the bottle with your mouth!). But what I remember the most was the school system.
Each morning before starting classes we would have a yoga or swim class followed by gathering in the school amphitheater where we would offer respect to the country by singing the Indian national anthem. And only after that the classes could start.
I remember feeling empowered, supported and curious about the world around me. I also remember dancing in the Monsoon between classes, learning how to meditate from an early age, living with lizards in the same room, eating from a banana leaf while sitting on the floor and talking about the Universe and existential issues.
While driving to school, I remember seeing an array of poor people on the streets and only a few minutes later entering a whole different world where people seemed to have it all. I remember being exposed to all colors of life’s contrasts, to a beautiful set of conflicting emotions and to a variety of adults and sometimes even gurus who were ready to explain the world around me and take part in meaningful conversations.
India had set the foundation for me for everything else that later came in my life. Little did I know that I would be carrying the little Nina from India and that she would navigate most of my decisions throughout my adult life.
LIFE JOURNEY
LIFE JOURNEY
I like to say that the curious crew is a mix of curiosity and life experience.
After India, life took me to different places: Russia, Hungary, Belgium, Germany and Austria. Each country with its own lesson and viewpoint on life. Being a lawyer by profession and working for an international company in Brussels has allowed me to be in the centre of information. My specialisation is environmental, health and safety law with a specific focus on chemical regulations. This means that, daily, I work with clients on helping them improve their products, remove hazardous chemicals and replace them with more sustainable ones.
Being aware of what’s going on in our world has led my family and I to make more conscious decisions in our home and to explore the topic of chemicals, food and cosmetic ingredients, air and water safety and other health-related issues.
And that’s the main reason we are here. I strongly believe that questions are the pathway to finding the truth about ourselves and the world around us. And I never want to stop asking questions or inspiring younger generations to do the same.
Thank you for reading my about me story, stay curious and stay tuned!