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Ep. 42
On My Social Life in the Future
In my ideal future social life, I envision having many friends, a significant number of whom would be close to me. Instead of being a shy, awkward individual who often feels invisible, I would be outgoing and sociable. Blog post: https://www.victorl
Ep. 41
On My Leisure Activities in the Future
Learning new things will be my primary leisure activity. There are numerous methods for learning, such as reading, listening, and hands-on practice. Blog post: https://www.victorleungtw.com/2021/03/27/on-improving-my-habits/
Ep. 40
On Improving Our Habits
We can change our habits to become healthier. There are three key aspects of health: physical, dietary, and mental. Blog post: https://www.victorleungtw.com/2021/03/27/on-improving-my-habits/
Ep. 39
A Love Not Meant for Me
I was 28 years old at the time, and she was likely around 32—although the age difference is purely conjectural on my part. I never actually asked her age. In some cultures, women consider their age a well-guarded secret, and it can be deemed impolite
Ep. 38
A Story of an Important Moment in My Life
As a child, my parents would often share life lessons through stories. I would listen intently, though I didn't fully grasp their implications. Now that I'm an adult, life has taken on new meanings. Blog post: https://www.victorleungtw.com/2
Ep. 37
On Having Too Little to Say
I volunteered to take the stage at a Toastmasters meeting at the Sheraton Tower to challenge myself in impromptu speaking. The Table Topics Master randomly chose a topic for me, giving me two minutes to discuss it. This form of communication requires
Ep. 36
On Feeling Uncomfortable Around Others
Have you ever felt uneasy speaking in front of a group of people? I certainly have. This fear is common; nearly everyone experiences stage fright to some extent. My own apprehension became clear to me when I had to give a speech at a conference. Blo
Ep. 35
Leading the Way
I remember the first day of my MBA program's orientation as chaotic and uncertain. The course coordinator had organized a charity project for us: constructing a wooden playground for a primary school. Given that many of us had backgrounds in fina
Ep. 34
On Having a Social Circle That Is Too Small
As an expatriate working and living in a foreign country, I've found that my social circle is quite small. While most of my friends reside in my home country and I communicate with them through my work, this limited network puts me at a disadvant
Ep. 33
On Being More Socially Skilled
We can use our social skills to build connections, influence decisions, and inspire change. However, during a recent class, social anxiety held me back. When the speaker asked for volunteers to ask questions or share their opinions, the room fell sil