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Ep. 72
My Love of Chinese Philosophy in High School
During my high school years, I spent considerable time contemplating life and shaping my character. Even as a science student, I was drawn to the arts because they allowed me to expand my horizons without the pressure of exams. Chinese literature, in
Ep. 71
My memory of the time in secondary school
In high school, I spent the majority of my time dating girls. I wished I had spent more time and effort studying, but hormones damage a boy's brain during puberty. Unfortunately, there was no course at school that taught me about love and how to
Ep. 70
Reasons to Write My Self-Help Blog
What if you had the power to write your own fate? We can't predict the future, but we can articulate our goals and dreams for it. We can't change the past, but we can interpret it through the lens of our own experience. While we can't con
Ep. 69
A Brief History of My Childhood
My life story naturally begins with my mother, without whom I wouldn't exist or be writing this post. Before my birth, I had no awareness of the world around me. According to my mother, I was more of an accident than a planned child—a claim likel
Ep. 68
The Importance of Public Speaking
What is your greatest phobia? For some, it's a fear of dogs or spiders, but many of us are terrified of public speaking. The concern about being judged or ridiculed is constant. Recognizing its importance, I have enrolled in a course to hone my p
Ep. 67
How to Tell Your Colleague About a Body Odor Issue
One of the most challenging conversations involves informing a coworker that his body odor is affecting the entire department. I, along with several of my coworkers, have been enduring this issue, but someone has to address it, even though it's a
Ep. 66
Be Skeptical
Imagine being in North Korea. How skeptical would you be of what you witness every day? Is the Kim family's rule divine? Is South Korea evil due to American influence? Could people possibly be grateful for this dictatorship? Blog post: https://w
Ep. 65
Strive for Efficiency and Economy
Given that our society prioritizes efficiency and economy, you're able to read this essay. As national productivity improves, we can dedicate more time to hobbies. Otherwise, we'd be too consumed with basic survival tasks like hunting and far
Ep. 64
Working Effectively with Others in Teams
Today, I received my first vaccine dose. As a foreigner in Singapore, I am grateful for the opportunity to get vaccinated without any hassle. I'm especially thankful for the efficacy of Singapore's healthcare system. Blog post: https://www.v
Ep. 63
The Tried-and-True Way is the Right Way
If you've ever walked a dog, you've likely observed how curious puppies can be. A simple fifteen-minute walk can turn into an hour-long adventure as the dog stops to investigate every tree, smell various objects, and even taste leaves on the