Alexander Todorov - Teachers Make a Difference - Yevdokia Hristova

The speaker reflects on their college years during the fall of the Communist system, highlighting a year of student strikes. Initially aspiring to make movies, they started in engineering due to their math skills but switched to psychology to prepare for cinema school exams. Despite the lack of experimental research traditions in Communist times, inspiring teachers like Dokia Crystal influenced their decision to stay in psychology, leading to a 30-year career in the field.

Who was one of the inspiring teachers mentioned by the speaker, and what subject did they teach?

Reflect on the speaker's journey in psychology over the past 30 years. What factors contributed to their longevity in the field?