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Had I Known… Lesson 3
Being a pro isn’t about being liked; it’s about delivering results, especially when you’re the only foreign player.

Jana Kulan
Jun 42 min read
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If the gods of Olympus made leadership mistakes, maybe you can forgive yourself for not always winning.
In sports, as in life, we often expect coaches to be flawless. Tactical masterminds. Motivators. Strategists. Psychologists. And when...
Yigit Kulan
May 223 min read
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The Unspoken Truth: How Fear Makes You Poop and Destroys Your Performance
Why athletes rush to the bathroom before big games? It’s not nerves—it’s biology. Learn how to hack your primal stress response and perform under pressure.

Jana Kulan
May 163 min read
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The Secret Top Coaches Know: Why Sharing is the Real Power Move
he Secret Top Coaches Know: Why Sharing Knowledge is the True Shortcut to Success

Jana Kulan
May 103 min read
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Are Sports Gods Just Watching for Fun? The Mythology of Talent, Fate, and the Superhuman Athlete
What if gods still watch us play, not to judge but for the spectacle? This post explores mythology, fate, and modern athletic greatness
Yigit Kulan
May 82 min read
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Confidence Is a Lie; Until You Earn It
Confidence is not something you need to chase. It’s something you create.
Yigit Kulan
May 53 min read
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Heavy Lies the Crown? Good. You’ve Earned It.
Pressure doesn’t visit the unproven. It finds the proven.
If you’re under pressure, it means:
- You’ve done something right
- You’re worth watching
- You’re worth trusting
So instead of running from it, rise to it.
Heavy lies the crown? Good. You’ve earned it.

Jana Kulan
May 24 min read
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Whose Dream Is It Anyway? When Parents Play the Game Through Their Children
No child should be burdened with the weight of someone else’s unfulfilled dreams.
Yigit Kulan
Apr 283 min read
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Off-Season Fitness Hacks: Why Smart Athletes Get Fitter While Enjoying the Summer
Think of the off-season as your golden window to get stronger, leaner and ready to blow everyone away next year.
Yigit Kulan
Apr 283 min read
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Had I Known… Lesson 2
The Russian Winter, Karpol, and the Car I Didn’t Crash

Jana Kulan
Apr 263 min read
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Are You Missing the Secret Routine That Top Athletes Swear By for Peak Performance and Mental Clarity?
Professional athletes know that what happens off the field is just as crucial as what happens on it. Read how you can create space for calm and clarity, just like the pros.
Yigit Kulan
Apr 223 min read
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How AI is Taking Over Volleyball
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the world of volleyball, revolutionising how coaches make decisions, how players train, and how fans engage with the sport.
Yigit Kulan
Apr 184 min read
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Had I Known… Lesson 1
Know your truth, own your strengths, and stop trying to be someone else—that’s when real success begins.

Jana Kulan
Apr 162 min read
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Raising Athletes, Not Robots
Raising an athlete isn’t about pressure. It’s about purpose, guidance, and building the right team to support their growth.

Jana Kulan
Apr 133 min read
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The Silent Cost of Parental Ambition: A Cautionary Tale for Families
In the pursuit of raising successful children, many parents unintentionally make decisions that can derail their children's future happiness
Yigit Kulan
Apr 94 min read
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How My Eating Habits Built a 25-Year Athletic Career
You are what you eat. The choice is yours.

Jana Kulan
Apr 64 min read
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Summer Is the Secret Weapon
Use summer to fix weaknesses, boost strengths & outpace competitors. This isn't a break; it's your chance to rewrite your story.

Jana Kulan
Mar 303 min read
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Fuel Your Volleyball Career: The Secret to Energy, Stamina, and Standing Out
Fifteen years ago, I walked onto a court in one of my professional matches hungry, tired, and relying on a granola bar from the team bag....

Jana Kulan
Mar 283 min read
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A Short Parental Guide to Raising a Successful Athlete
Every parent wants their child to thrive, and for those dreaming of their kid becoming a professional athlete, the path can feel both...
Yigit Kulan
Mar 263 min read
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The Anatomy of Losing
Losing is an experience that touches everyone at some point, whether in sports, work, or personal life. But why do some people feel like...
Yigit Kulan
Mar 233 min read
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