Category: A Good Life
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Why Your Opinion Matters More Than Others’
Marcus Aurelius, the Roman Emperor and A Stoic, once said: “It never ceases to amaze me: we all loves ourselves more than other people, but care more about their opinions than our own.” If I really want to get into what he meant by that statement, I think he’s picking up on something deep about…
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Enjoy The Moment, Drop Your Phone
Giant stage, dramatic lights, and amazing orchestra music. Right in the middle of it all, there she is, a total Diva striking her majestic pose. Her voice bewitched me. Like it’s straight from heaven. I can’t help but feel a shiver run down my spine. I feel touched and get lost in her songs, sometimes…
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A Sense of Being Kind: Is it Worth It?
I have a friend who is my college sweetheart, and we’ve been friends for 26 years. Although there was a time when we had different focuses and rarely spoke, our bond has remained strong. There’s a proverb that goes, “Far from sight, close at heart,” which describes us perfectly. She is and will always be…
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Small Gestures, Powerful Impact
“Sir, I’m supposed to order a Cappuccino, but I turned out to say it’s an Americano. I’m sorry, I’m the one who’s making a mistake when ordering it. It’s not on you. Could you please make it a cappuccino? I’m totally okay with the additional cost. Thank you so much.” Smiled at him. And then,…
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Embrace Freedom: A Lesson from A Pair of Shoes!
Last autumn, I went to Japan to accompany my daughter. She has to attend a school program. There are a ton of activities waiting for us. From sightseeing, visiting the exchange school, hiking, grabbing dinner, and so on. We were super excited. So, we’re (I am especially) beginning to figure out what outfits to pack…
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