EN 17 Key lesson I learned in Africa

Have you ever felt like life keeps pushing you to move faster — when all you really need is to slow down? Have you ever wondered what might happen if you stopped rushing, took a deep breath, and just trusted the process? Then this episode is for you. 

🎙Today on #JanaTalk, I'm sharing one of the most powerful experiences of my life — my journey to Zimbabwe. During my time there, I learned the true meaning of a local saying: "Polo Polo" — Slowly, Slowly. It reminded me that we don't always need to control everything or move quickly to succeed. Sometimes, the most beautiful things unfold when we slow down, stay present, and allow life to guide us. 

About this episode

🔹 What the African saying "Polo Polo" really means — and how it can change your perspective
🔹 How slowing down helps us reconnect with ourselves and with nature
🔹 Why patience and gratitude are the keys to inner peace
🔹 What life lessons I brought back from Zimbabwe — and how they transformed me
🔹 And also a big teaser for what you can look forward to in the upcoming weeks and next episodes — because there's so much more coming soon!

In the next few weeks, you'll hear inspiring conversations I recorded in Africa — with people who dedicate their lives to protecting elephants, saving endangered birds, educating children, and a family-run business of tour guides showing travelers the beauty of Southern Africa. 

▶️ TOPIC: Key lesson I learned in Africa
▶️ WHEN: Saturday  2.11. 2025 od 19:00
▶️ WHERE: YouTube channel @Jana_Talk

I'm looking forward to seeing you in the next episode.
Wishing you a beautiful day.

With love,
Jana

Polo Polo means slowly, slowly — and deeply. When you slow down, you start to see what you were missing. Nature does not hurry — and yet everything grows.

Speaker: Jana 

Jana Nová is the creator and host of the podcast Jana Talk. She is also a marketing strategist with nearly 20 years of experience in marketing, communication, and brand building.

She collaborates with international and Czech companies, entrepreneurs, and personal brands. Throughout her career, she has been responsible for the marketing and communication of brands such as Vichy, Mentos, Lindt, Nuxe, Puressentiel, Rilastil, and others.

Alongside her professional career, she has long been interested in what lies beneath the surface – human potential, inner motivation, authenticity, and the courage to be oneself.

Through the podcast Jana Talk, she creates a space for deeper and open conversations with inspiring guests from around the world. The podcast explores topics such as personal development, work, health, relationships, spirituality, and conscious living.