In a world overwhelmed by burnout, anxiety, and depression, we easily find ourselves disconnected from our true potential, from each other, and from nature. Society has taught us to chase trends rather than follow our own truth.
If we want to build a sustainable future that feels good and includes everyone, change into the right direction is essential.
Sophia’s mission is to empower Creators of the New Era to harness their unique strengths and overcome challenges, providing them with the space to share their voice and find like-minded community. Our goal is to help them lead at their highest capacity and build the inclusive and sustainable future they envision—all in a way that feels good, with no burnout included.
Sophia Academy’s signature process is rooted in the wisdom our forefathers passed down through centuries and enhanced with the latest positive psychology and contemporary coaching tools. The result? A unique modality of 11 Ancient Character Strengths + 1 that guide you towards unlocking your untapped potential for wellbeing and success.
Meet Saša Božič
PhD h.c.., Social Sustainability and Wellbeing Adviser
Saša artfully integrates ancient wisdom teachings and modern self-development tools into unique modalities that naturally restore our authentic truth amidst a world of distractions and disconnection.
With an academic background in Economics and Philosophy and 29 years of experience as a social sustainability advisor, author, leadership mentor and keynote speaker across Europe, the Middle East, India and Asia, Saša deeply understands the intricate balance between wellbeing, profitability and the redefinition of success.
At Sophia Academy, she is the bridge between the old and new paradigm, showing through her own example what is possible when we step out of the designated path to follow our true calling.
Her journey into ancient wisdom started with a year-long travel gathering inspirational quotes from citizens of the world, testing the Positive Psychology methods, that resulted in her 800 km Pilgrimage through Spanish Camino and her first book, The Storyteller.
The next year-long exploration with indigenous cultures for her third book “One World. One Family.” profoundly shaped her perspective and inspired her fourth book, a self-coaching guide, ‘KNOW THYSELF: Ancient Character Strengths for Modern Living & Wellbeing.’
This experience brought Saša deeper peace and unexpected clarity on her purpose, reinforcing her commitment to walk the path of the highest good of All. KNOW THYSELF is now the basis of all Sophia Academy offerings.
Meet Tin Božič
Tin describes himself as creative, enthusiastic, charismatic, and realistically positive, highlighting his unique strengths rather than a list of achievements.
Supported by his mother guiding by example rather than preaching parenting, Tin has learned growing up to always focus on leveraging his strengths, especially in challenging times, and keep acquiring new skills. He is driven by a profound fascination with human nature.
His biggest passions include music, design, and film. He recorded, produced and self-published two albums. At 18, he participated in the first Sophia Academy program alongside international CEOs and executives and became a Sophia Academy certified coach. He is also a soon to be ICF Certified Life Coach.
Through the Sophia Academy program he realized the immense value of bridging the gap between his generation and corporate leaders, uncovering the untapped potential such connection holds for both groups.
Our Core Values
At Sophia Academy we believe these three core values are central to human wellbeing:
A deep self-awareness that manifests as a sense of belonging and responsibility towards our community.
Respect and reverence for our Elders as the wisdom keepers of humanity.
The deep honoring of Mother Nature and the planet, which is home to all of us.
These values have connected the human race since the beginning of time and can help us restore the remembrance not just of our true self, but also of the unity that our modern society seems to have forgotten. They are interwoven into the 11 Ancient Character Strengths + 1, the Ancient Keys, that form the basis of Sophia Academy teachings.
“Like the maxim “Be Good. Do Good.” the most powerful truths often seem so simplistic and obvious. Yet they conceal all the wisdom needed for life and living. Allow yourself a moment of quick self-reflection – how often and how sincerely do you take time to consciously practice those simple human values?
Values that give your life meaning and provide strength in your daily struggles.
Whatever you do and however you make a living for yourself and your loved ones, these values support you in the awareness that you are not alone. They give your life, the spiritually necessary ‘why’. They delineate your reason for living.”
– KNOW THYSELF: Ancient Character Strengths for Modern Living & Wellbeing, Saša Božič