Why I Write Here 💭

I hope by now you’ve had a look at the About Me and Home pages — so you already know a bit about why I write and what this space is all about.

Today I woke up with this strong urge to write — to express how I feel about this blog and the whole idea behind it.
Every time I thought about writing something and “putting it out there,” there was always a voice whispering:

“Who cares about reading your silly thoughts, anyway?”

But after a recent conversation with someone during a casual meet-up, they told me something that really stayed with me —
that I belong to a generation living in the age of technology and AI, and I should make the most of it.
That I should grab life with both hands and make it my own.
So, I decided to take the first step: to create my own site/blog and start expressing what I truly feel.

From Diary to Blog ✏

When I was little, I used to write a lot.
I wasn’t the kind of kid who was shy to speak up or express emotions — quite the opposite, actually.
I was probably too expressive, sometimes more than I “should’ve” been.

As I mention in my About Me, my goal here is to share thoughts, experiences, and lessons related to everyday and work psychology —
to encourage connection and the exchange of knowledge.
My purpose is to help people grow through their work, to feel seen, recognized, and truly included.

The First Years in Athens ☕

I remember when I decided to move to Athens.
The plan was simple: find a job and, in the meantime, do some volunteer work to strengthen my CV.
But my job ended up taking so much of my energy that I completely neglected volunteering.
It’s something I genuinely regret — because I believe things might have turned out a bit differently if I had.
Then again, maybe everything happens for a reason.

My first job in Athens was in a call center.
I worked shifts, sometimes finishing at 9 PM and getting home around 10.
So, the energy to do anything afterward just wasn’t there.
Later on, when the schedule changed to 9 to 5, I felt like I needed to make up for lost time —
to go out, explore the city, and just enjoy life in Athens.
Looking back, maybe that wasn’t the smartest approach — but at the time, it felt right.

The Decision to Pursue a Master’s 🎓

Somewhere along my professional path, I decided to do a Master’s in Business Psychology.
I had started to really enjoy the corporate environment, and I wanted to see how I could connect that world with psychology.
I had just started a new role as a Team Leader and thought I could manage both commitments easily.

I was wrong.
The pressure was intense — mostly from work.
I was the only Team Leader in the department, with no direct supervisor, so it often felt like everything was on my shoulders.

When I finally finished my Master’s, I was completely burned out.
So, I decided to leave my corporate job and focus on finding something closer to my field.
When I went to interviews, people often looked at me like I was crazy for leaving without another job lined up — and maybe they were right.
But as I said earlier: everything happens for a reason.

What I Learned 📘

The 2.5–3 years I spent in the call center were truly a big school of life.
They reminded me why I loved psychology in the first place — but this time, from a more mature perspective.
I realized I wanted to understand how and why people develop specific behavioral patterns in the workplace.

The Challenge of the Job Market 🧩

In Greece, my Master’s degree isn’t particularly popular yet.
It’s rare to see a job listing asking for a “Work Psychologist,” since the title doesn’t formally exist in the corporate setting.
The alternative paths usually lead to roles like HR Specialist, Management Analyst, Executive Coach, Recruiter, or Training Specialist.

The ones that attract me most are Recruiter and Training Specialist.
However, competition is tough — especially from people with Master’s degrees in Human Resources Management or related fields.

So, I decided to pursue certifications to deepen my knowledge and hopefully increase my chances.
Still, the job market remains challenging —
most entry-level positions require experience, which makes it difficult for young professionals to get started.

Eventually, I found an opportunity through volunteer work as an HR Assistant at an NGO.
And maybe that’s the most realistic way to gain experience when the market doesn’t give you the chance to get it “officially.”

And Now? 🌱

What other options does a young professional really have to reach their goal?
I don’t have all the answers yet — but I’m searching, learning, and writing about it along the way.

If you’ve experienced something similar, or have your own story or advice,
I’d love to hear from you in the comments or through a message. 💬
Maybe through sharing, we’ll find new paths together.

✨ Until then, I’ll keep writing, learning, and trying to make psychology feel a little more everyday.