As part of the Stress Management course, the Faculty of Organizational Studies “Eduka” in Belgrade will host a guest lecture by Prof. Dr. Stanislava Popov on Monday, November 9, 2026, at 11:00 a.m., in Room 301, entitled:
“When Do the Desire for Success and Dedication to Learning and Work Stop Motivating Us and Start Exhausting Us?”
The desire to succeed, high personal standards, and dedication to our responsibilities are often important drivers of personal development. However, where is the line between healthy motivation and the pressure we put on ourselves? How can our beliefs about success, achievement, and self-worth contribute to stress and burnout?
Through the perspective of the cognitive-behavioral approach, participants will have the opportunity to better understand the psychological mechanisms behind these processes and explore ways to remain committed to their goals while preserving their psychological well-being.
About the Lecturer
Prof. Dr. Stanislava Popov is a full professor at the Faculty of Sport and Psychology in Novi Sad. Her research interests primarily focus on mental health, particularly psychological well-being and emotional regulation.
She is a cognitive-behavioral psychotherapist with more than 20 years of clinical experience and one of the founders of the “Mensana” Psychological Counseling Center in Novi Sad. During her professional career, she also worked as a school psychologist and has authored and delivered professional development programs for education professionals, combining scientific psychological knowledge with its practical application.
The lecture is open to all students and employees of the Faculty of Organizational Studies “Eduka.”
We invite you to join us as we explore how the pursuit of success can remain a source of motivation rather than exhaustion.
