“What will you do for school today?” was written on the door of the staff room in my high school. As a student, that question pushed me to take both action and responsibility: first for school, then for the community and the people around me, and only later, for myself.

As time passed, the question adapted to all aspects of life, and every time I searched for the answer, it led me in the right direction. Through school and student activities, I realized how important it is to build connections with people who share the same values and goals and how energizing it is to feel part of something bigger than yourself.

At one point, I added another question to it: what is the least I can do for myself?

At first, it was small things: a glass of water in the morning, preparing clothes for the next day, planning my day. Simple habits that didn’t require much effort, but brought a sense of order and satisfaction. Over time, I realized that yesterday’s minimum becomes the starting point for a new day, and you can only move forward from there.

Healthy habits entered quietly, without big decisions or pressure. Some days easier, some days harder, but consistent. On days when motivation was missing, I tried to stay consistent in at least one area. If I was going to eat less healthy, I would at least get to my favorite restaurant by bike.

That’s how my favorite cycling route Zemun – 25 May came to life. Riding along the Danube and Sava became my small ritual that helps me stay physically active, reduce tension, and maintain focus throughout the day. Through physical activity, I release stress, regain energy, and maintain balance, both physical and mental. Instead of an obligation, cycling became a reward. As these habits strengthened, I noticed that regular movement brought greater physical stability and better concentration. The feedback I received from people around me gave me an extra push to continue a routine that clearly works for me. Only when we are good to ourselves can we truly be good to others.

Even today, activism remains an important part of who I am. I gladly respond to invitations from students to lead public speaking workshops or participate as a panelist and share my experience. Through these encounters, I am constantly reminded of how powerful the exchange of knowledge and support can be, for both those who give and those who receive.

My collaboration with the Euro for Knowledge Foundation further reminded me of the value of selfless giving. Every scholarship award carries a special emotion and confirms how small but consistent “building blocks” come together into something bigger and more meaningful. Health, just like life, requires attention and balance.

The question that has followed me since high school is still here, only now it feels more personal than ever: What will you do for yourself today?