The other day, I overheard my sister and her husband having a heated discussion about their child’s gaming habits. My sister was convinced that video games were nothing but a distraction, leading to poor grades and wasted time. Her husband, however, argued that gaming could foster creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. As I listened to... Continue Reading →
Home Is Where the Heart Finds Warmth
The Unexpected Gifts of Family For the past nine years, I’ve called a new country home. Taiwan, with its warmth and charm, has been my sanctuary. Winters here aren’t cloaked in snow; sometimes, you’ll even catch me wearing short sleeves during Christmas. Yet, as much as I adore this place, the holiday season often brings... Continue Reading →
Friendship: The Love That Lasts a Lifetime
I recently attended the wedding of my dear friend, Emma, someone I’ve been lucky enough to call a best friend since high school. Watching her walk down the aisle was a moment of pure joy—not just because she looked radiant, but because I knew just how much she’d been through to get to that day.... Continue Reading →
From Kids To Grown-Ups: Forgiving Our Parents
It was a quiet afternoon, and I was sitting alone in a cozy coffee shop, the kind with warm lighting and soft chatter in the background. As I sipped my coffee, a song began to play—Older by Sasha Alex Sloan. At first, it was just a melody in the air, but then the lyrics hit... Continue Reading →
Love Yourself First: Attracting The Right Energy
"You must love yourself deeply so that others will love you in the same way." This profound idea reminds us that the relationship we have with ourselves sets the foundation for every other relationship in our lives. When you genuinely appreciate and value yourself, you unconsciously teach others to do the same. When we embrace... Continue Reading →
The Courage To Choose: Create A Career You Truly Love
Courage and Clarity in Career Choices Building a career is about more than just climbing the ladder—it's about crafting a path that resonates with your deepest aspirations. Yet, in a world filled with external pressures and societal expectations, it takes immense courage to say no to what doesn’t align and yes to what truly inspires.... Continue Reading →
From Burnout to Breakthrough: Embracing the Need to Rest
Recognizing the Call for Rest In a world that glorifies hustle culture, rest often feels like a luxury rather than a necessity. Yet, when performance begins to dip and exhaustion takes hold, it’s not a sign of failure—it’s a call to pause. The human mind and body are not designed to be in perpetual motion.... Continue Reading →
Does MBTI Really Affect Relationship Compatibility?
Can MBTI Truly Determine Relationship Compatibility? The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) has been widely used for decades, not only as a career and self-discovery tool but also to explore compatibility in romantic relationships. It’s common to wonder if our personality types can predict relationship success. Are we more compatible with certain types, or is this... Continue Reading →
The Power of Apologizing: A Strength, Not a Weakness
Embracing the Courage to Admit When You’re Wrong Apologizing and admitting fault are not signs of weakness but profound acts of courage and self-growth. In today’s world, where personal pride and ego often take precedence, the ability to recognize our mistakes and sincerely apologize sets us apart. The willingness to take responsibility for our actions... Continue Reading →