GEORGIA

We would like to introduce you to Georgian emigrant, Luka Dvali, who has been living in the United States since 2016 and is already a successful licensed real estate agent.

How long have you been working in the US and what was your initial purpose?

I have been in the US since September 2016 and I knew from the very first day of arrival that I should definitely study here. Studying was the top reason why I came here.

As we know you are a licensed real estate agent in New York. What sparked your interest in this profession?

I achieved my goal and earned a bachelor’s degree in political science in a year,  but later I realized that I wanted to try myself in more interesting field. A profession that would show me a lifestyle and connect me with more people. At the same time, I realized that office work and daily routines were not close to me. I started looking for something new and when I got acquainted with this profession I liked it because I love to communicate with people, meet new people. I underwent the courses, got a license in a few months, and  soon after getting the license I started working for one of the most successful companies in Manhattan.

Is this job in high demand in the US? Is the process of obtaining a license difficult and is it easy to  find a job?

This profession is really in a high demand in the US. Obtaining a license is possible through passing the exam, which, to my mind, is not difficult, you undergo appropriate courses, pass exams and in a few months it is already possible to become a licensed agent. The process is not really difficult and it is easy to find a job.

The biggest challange begins afterwards as you have to use everything to be the best and compete with others. New York can easily help you in finding a job, but the hardest part is the work process. You have to put all your energy into getting the best results.

What are the qualities a real estate agent should have in order to be successful and competitive in this field?

I think the main thing in all professions is diligence and purposefulness, but in addition to that I would add originality, communicability. You have to be different to offer a high level of service to the customers, you should make people like you in order to build relationships with them. All this helps you to become competitive and successful.

Did you face any difficulties due to the Covid-19 pandemic?

The time of the pandemic was really a static period. For some time the city was almost empty, many people left New York and moved to a relatively safe place to live. Accordingly, selling, buying or renting properties stopped. The last six months have been relatively active and we are getting back to normal.

Finally, what are your future plans and do you plan to return back to Georgia?

I do not like to talk about my future plans in advance, but I have large-scale plans. I want to be one of the most successful in this field and make changes. I plan returning back to Georgia, not forever at this time, but I will definitely return.

Translation: Tamar Tabatadze

The Hall of Young Scientists & Analysts – “Doctrina”

One of the famous philosophers Savle Tsereteli was born on February 1, 1901 in the village of Jvarisa, Ambrolauri district of Racha region. He received his elementary education in the village. In 1930 he graduated from Tbilisi State University, and in 1934 he completed his postgraduate studies in the history of philosophy. During the period from 1948 to1953 and from 1957 to 1960 he served as the director of the Institute of Philosophy at the Georgian Academy of Sciences. He was a versatile researcher, a scientist with a wide range of knowledge, but his merits are especially important in the field of dialectical logic. Savle Tsereteli’s work Dialectical Logic, known as the Theory of Infinite Conclusion, is the only serious study in Soviet philosophical literature. He served the Georgian science for 35 years. In 1977 he was awarded the Georgian State Prize for his work “Dialectical Logic”. He has been awarded the Order of the Red Flag, the Red Star, the Order of the Second Degree of the Patriotic War, and etc. He believed that logic can only be of one kind – a dialectical logic, the lower level of which is a formal logic. Mathematical logic is a mathematical discipline. Dialectical logic is a part of an ontological science. Formal logic is a finite logic, while a dialectical logic is an infinite logic, which is realized by means of general concepts-categories – and is of substantive character. There are two types of categories: logical categories and categories of logical. It is impossible to reject the categories of logical, since its denial, at the same time,  justifies it. Dialectical logic is built on these types of categories. He defines the subject of dialectical logic as follows: “Logic is the science about the unbiased forms of movement and development of ideas.” Savle Tsereteli dedicated many researches and monographs to substantiate this opinion.

Translation: Tamar Tabatadze

The Hall of Young Scientists & Analysts – “Doctrina”

Floristry is a real art and it not only creates the pieces of art, but also fills people’s hearts with incredible inspiration.

No event is perfect without the a florist’s work: composing a bouquet, decorating a hall, creating a flower arch is quite a difficult and responsible work.

Florists decorate not only celebration events and holidays, but they also make everyday life much more beautiful.

Doctrina.ge has interviewed emigrant Beka Tsertsvadze, 21, living in Paris, France, who is quite a successful florist.

When did you start a floristy business?

I started a floristy business in the spring of 2019. Here, when you are at school, you can also be employed.

Does one needs a special knowledge and skills in order to become a florist?

Just the knowledge gained in school is not enough to become a florist. It is necessary to enjoy by taking care of plants and flowers. Matching colors and harmonizing flowers can be done without any knowledge. One can study technical aspects in the school, the rest is in the hands of the florist himself.

Tell us about your life story

Before moving to France, I studied journalism at the University of Georgia. I left for Paris in 2018, hoping to return to Georgia soon, but I fell in love with this city so much that I decided to stay and change something in my life.

What was your motivation for starting the business you have succeeded in?

My main motivation was the desire to be in contact with nature every day, at the same time, it is very interesting to work with flowers, many things can be done, there are endless ideas, it never ends! The most interesting thing for me is that when you create a composition of any flower, you know that it will be withered in a few days and will no longer have the same effect, it is not a painting that will always be with you. So you again want to create different compositions that you can enjoy for a few days as much as possible.

Briefly describe your first steps on the road to success, what kind of obstacles did you face?

Flowers are very important in France. People consider them art pieces. The combination of the bouquet and vase is also very important thing; France has a long history in this regard. There are different types of vases with their own glorious histories and eras. My obstacle on the road to success was my lack of knowledge in the types and histories of vases, but now that is already part of the experience.

What is the biggest fear you have overcome?

It was my age. In general, when you try to cope with a difficult task people may look at you skeptically until they see the results. Initially, I thought I would find it difficult to gain reputation in France, but on the contrary, I found it easier. Georgian culture and vision turned out to be very interesting for them and it encouraged me to merge the Georgian culture with French one. Because of this, you will often find bunches and branches of grapes, Georgia’s effect in my bouquets.

As it is known, you run a successful business. So I would like to ask you, what is success for you?

For me, success is when you realize that you are happy with what you are doing and that you enjoy going to work every morning.

Do you think about returning to your homeland and continuing your activities in Georgia?

At this stage it is very difficult to think about it, but I know that I will definitely return to bring my little experience to Georgia!

What would you recommend to those who want to succeed?

I would advise them never to give up, to believe that they will make all their dreams true. I advise them to follow their wishes and they will surely find a place where they can feel successful. I was very naughty and I was often told that I was dreaming in vain and I had to start thinking seriously about my future. My dreams sounded very unreal to others.

Translation: Tamar Tabatadze

The Hall of Young Scientists & Analysts – “Doctrina”

Everyone is well aware of the fact that Georgia is the hearth of ancient civilization and culture. This is evidenced by the many discoveries made in recent years, and the world’s leading scientists firmly acknowledge the important role of our country in the world history. Along with many unique discoveries, the five most important discoveries have been made in recent years, which have radically changed the history of the world and highlighted the importance of Georgia’s role.

1. Remains of 1.8 million-year-old ancient humans

Georgia is the homeland of the first European! Yes, it is! The cradle of all Europeans was once in Georgia and the first Europeans left our territory and moved to the west. A sensational discovery was made in the 90s of the last century – the bones of a man and a woman, which are 1.8 million years old! Scientists have called Homo georgicus Zezva and Mzia and proved that we are dealing with the oldest representatives of the remains found outside Africa.

It is from this discovery that we can boldly assert and be proud – European civilization originates in Georgia!

2. The first ever thread in the world – 34 thousand years old – has been fund in Georgia

Somewhere in the Paleolithic times, on the territory of the western part of modern Georgia, a human being invented the thread. From today’s perspective it is a very ordinary and simple invention, but еthen it was vital to ancient human beings. Using thread, humans have improved their clothing and footwear, which has doubled their chances of survival. Until now, the oldest known thread had been found in Czech Republic and it was made of nettle. But the Georgian linen thread, discovered in 2007, is almost 5 000 years older than the Czech one!

3. The world’s oldest wine – 8 thousand years old

Georgia is the homeland of wine! In 2017, archaeologists discovered the evidence of the world’s oldest wine. Science Alert has reported that the discovery dates back 8000 years, which means that the wine is almost twice as old compared to the wine, discovered in Iran, which was the oldest known wine, dating back 5000 years. This incredible discovery belongs to researchers at the University of Toronto and the Georgian National Museum. It is noteworthy that the wine has been discovered in the fragments of ancient clay vessels. Debris containing wine droplets was found near Shulaveri Hill near Tbilisi. Lab tests have shown they are wine droplets, which means that we are dealing with a sensational discovery – the oldest wine of the world has been found in Georgia!

4. The oldest gold mine in the world – 6 thousand years old

It could not be surprising, since Georgia is the country of Golden Fleece, Colchis was actually a real country located in the western side of modern Georgia. These facts are evidenced by the recent years’ discoveries. The unique gold items found in Vani and the Sakdrisi mine confirm that the Georgian goldsmith’s work played an important role in ancient civilizations. Direct connections of Georgian culture with Egypt have also been evidenced.

5. Metallurgy and smith craft – 5 thousand years ago

To the question about the place where the metallurgy was invented, the archeologists name Western Asia and India as the cradle, where people actively used iron tools in 2nd-1st millenniums BC.

But the Bible mentions that the inventors of metallurgy and smith craft are the representatives of an ancient Georgian tribe called Tubals. The tools made by these people were spread throughout Assyria, Mesopotamia and Greece. This opinion can be observed in ancient myths as well: a Georgian superhero Amirani was the son of Dali, the goddess of hunt and an ordinary, mortal man. According to a legend, Amirani taught the people how to forge iron.

It’s also worth to mention that not far from the resort town of Borjomi, in southern Georgia, the archaeologists have found ancient clay pots with the remains of honey in them. They are about 5.5 thousand years old, almost 20 centuries older than the honey found in Tutankhamun’s grave.

Translation: Tamar Tabatadze

The Hall of Young Scientists & Analysts – “Doctrina”

Georgian dance has been granted the status of a monument of intangible cultural heritage by the order of the National Agency for Cultural Heritage Preservation of Georgia, issued on September 2. The order is signed by Nikoloz Antidze, General Director of the Agency.

“The Information Systems Service of the National Agency for Cultural Heritage Preservation of Georgia should be instructed to reflect the data of the monument in the State Register of Monuments.

Instruct the Legal Service of the Agency to post the relevant measures on the website of the Ministry of Education, Science, Culture and Sports of Georgia within one month after the enactment of this order,”- reads the order.

Last year, Georgian folk dances were included in the list of French intangible cultural heritage monuments.

Translation: Tamar Tabatadze

The Hall of Young Scientists & Analysts – “Doctrina”