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Réka Koszta

  • How to set goals in a positive way

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    Réka

    Réka Koszta

    Stopping self-sabotage your goal by simply reframing your mindset

    I have decided to get rid of my “granny/bingo arms”, as I call them. Most women will know what I am talking about. Anyway, I told myself that it can’t go on like this as I don’t like photos of myself. Andrew doesn’t see what I am talking about when I am bitching about the quality of my arms. But it seems I am the lucky one here as my partner’s eyesight is not that good anymore, so he doesn’t see things as they are. He is even talking about the possibility of needing glasses soon. And when he gets his glasses, he will see very well what the issue is with my arms. So, I had better act before that happens. 

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  • Suspended in mid-air: What happens after the leap of faith

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    Réka

    Réka Koszta

    I thought taking a leap of faith would feel like flying… but instead, I found myself floating in mid-air. Here’s what I learned in the “in-between” phase — and why I’d still choose the leap again.

    Because the “in-between” is part of the journey.

    One of my very first posts on this blog is titled “Deciding to Change My Life: Leaping Without a Net” https://crystalclearbyreka.blog/general-topics/deciding-to-change-my-life-leaping-without-a-net/

    Think of this piece as the mid-air update—what happened after my feet actually left the ground.

    Back then, I was preparing to leave my “cozy” corporate bubble and step into a world where I could build something of my own. I took courses, practiced my new profession, and did all the “right” things to get ready. On paper, I looked prepared. But deep down, something still felt… unfinished.

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  • Our very first yoga (re-)treat–what a success!

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    Réka

    Réka Koszta

    Our First Mini Yoga Retreat 

    This retreat will always be special—it was the very first mini yoga retreat I helped organize and lead with two friends.

    With a shared love for yoga, wellbeing, and meaningful connection, we dreamed of creating a space where people could slow down and simply be. Being Hungarian, hosting it in Hungary felt natural, and once we found a beautiful private estate near Lake Balaton, the vision came to life.

    October turned out to be the perfect timing. Mild autumn weather, and a peaceful villa at the foot of Csobánc Hill welcomed us to a few unforgettable days. We practiced yoga, prepared breakfast together, went hiking, enjoyed delicious dinners, and shared long conversations late into the night—yet somehow still showed up on our mats each morning.

    It was grounding, energizing, and full of joy. An experience that reminded us why we want to keep creating these retreats.

    We’re already planning the next one in 2026. Dates and details coming soon—stay tuned, and we hope to see you there. 

  • Pocket money: yes or no?

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    Réka

    Réka Koszta

    Valuable lessons on the way to”financial adulthood”

    Pocket money:

    • Should we or should we not give it to our kids?
    • Should we or should we not open a child bank account? 
    • Should we or should we not give authority over the money we allocate them?

    Yes, to all three. Let me explain why. I am an economist and for decades I dealt with multi-million dollar accounts. I allocated funds, budgeted, and approved or denied colossal transactions. And when shuffling around large sums of money like I did, I had to have confidence in my craft, as much as my employer had to have enormous trust in my ability to forecast accurately. As a result assessing the longterm consequences of any decision became my lifeblood. And because it was hammered into me, I cannot help but forecast the impact of every major action, financial or not.

    So my professional experience gave me the great opportunity to pass this financial acumen on to my son, Tamás. Tamás is now 22, but I still remember how much he was looking forward to having his “own money”. From the age of 8 to10 he was constantly pestering me to open a bank account for him so he can have his own “chi-ching” card as he called the bankcard. And once he has it, he will pay with it everywhere and listen to that chi-ching sound.

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