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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 to inquire. My best guess is that she was a year
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/2021/03/20/a-story-of-an-important-moment-in-my-lif
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 spontaneous speaking without prior preparation. A
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. Blog post: https://www.victorleungtw.com/2021/03/16/o
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 finance and office work, and none in architecture or c
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 disadvantage. For instance, I recently had to vacate my apa
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 silent. No one raised their hand; no one dared to spe
Ep. 32
On Feeling Drained by Social Interactions
Social interactions often leave me, an introvert, feeling drained. The last time I experienced this was at a farewell party surrounded by friends. The organizer had requested that everyone bring food to share, so I opted for a French baguette and assorted alcoholic beverages like vodka and tonic, Ke