Volunteer The Hague Talks

Is your New Year’s resolution already gathering dust? By mid-February, "January Burnout" often sets in, leaving us feeling guilty and stuck. In this episode of Volunteer The Hague Talks, host Laura Linga sits down with Vassia Sarantopoulou (Founder of AntiLoneliness) to discuss how to move from hustle culture to mindful discipline.We explore why our habits fail, the psychology of "Soft Discipline," and how volunteering serves as a "Safe Lab" for personal growth and nervous system regulation. About Our Guest:Vassia Sarantopoulou is a psychologist and the founder of AntiLoneliness and the Therapy Business Circle. She specialises in helping internationals navigate burnout, perfectionism, and the complexities of building a meaningful life abroad. https://antiloneliness.com/ About VTH Talks:Volunteer The Hague Talks is a subproject of Volunteer The Hague and PEP Den Haag. We host honest conversations about community, connection, and impact in the International City of Peace and Justice. https://www.volunteerthehague.nl/volu... Find your next opportunity: https://www.volunteerthehague.nl/Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, & LinkedIn: @volunteerthehagueLinkedIn

Is your New Year’s resolution already gathering dust? By mid-February, "January Burnout" often sets in, leaving us feeling guilty and stuck. In this episode of Volunteer The Hague Talks, host Laura Linga sits down with Vassia Sarantopoulou (Founder of AntiLoneliness) to discuss how to move from hustle culture to mindful discipline.We explore why our habits fail, the psychology of "Soft Discipline," and how volunteering serves as a "Safe Lab" for personal growth and nervous system regulation. About Our Guest:Vassia Sarantopoulou is a psychologist and the founder of AntiLoneliness and the Therapy Business Circle. She specialises in helping internationals navigate burnout, perfectionism, and the complexities of building a meaningful life abroad. https://antiloneliness.com/ About VTH Talks:Volunteer The Hague Talks is a subproject of Volunteer The Hague and PEP Den Haag. We host honest conversations about community, connection, and impact in the International City of Peace and Justice. https://www.volunteerthehague.nl/volu... Find your next opportunity: https://www.volunteerthehague.nl/Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, & Linkedin: @volunteerthehague

"Do I really have to work for free to get a job in the Netherlands?"In this episode, we tackle the "Student Dilemma", the high-pressure gap between being a student and becoming a professional. We are joined by two incredible guests from The Hague University of Applied Sciences (De Haagse Hogeschool) to look at this from both sides:Adam Daniel: A current student at THUAS and the founder of The Hague Dialogues.Tiaan Westenberg: Lecturer and Internationalisation Support Officer at THUAS.Is volunteering just a "requirement," or is it the secret to finding your tribe and your career path in a new country? Explore opportunities: www.volunteerthehague.nlFollow us on our Socials: linktr.ee/vthtalks

New Year, New Conversations! Episode 2 of VTH Talks is almost here.We’re diving into student commitment and professional value with Adam Daniel and Tiaan Westerberg. You don’t want to miss this one.Full episode coming out this week! Subscribe so you don’t miss the full drop! 🔔#vthtalks #volunteerthehague #thehague #netherlands #students #studentsdilemma

Welcome to Volunteer The Hague Talks! We're hosting an honest conversation about the vital balance between contributing your talent and protecting your professional worth here in The Hague. This is the conversation everyone needs to hear. Our host, Laura, sits down with Deborah Valentine (Executive Director, ACCESS) and Ali Parpaei (Director, Holland Park Media and co-creator of The Hague Creators Club) to unpack the unspoken struggles facing skilled volunteers and local NGOs.