Daily writing promptWhat could you let go of, for the sake of harmony?View all responses The question, "What could I let go of, for the sake of harmony?" is noble, yet its answer hinges on a crucial missing piece: a well-defined understanding of harmony itself. Photo by Ann H on Pexels.com Without a clear picture…
Both Shaolin virtues and Confucian principles are guiding lights for ethical conduct, but they stem from different philosophical backgrounds. Photo by Diana on Pexels.com Shaolin Temple, far from just a martial arts school, is steeped in the rich tapestry of Buddhist philosophy and is considered the cradle of Chan (Zen) Buddhism in China. This Buddhist…
Daily writing promptWhat are the most important things needed to live a good life?View all responses The shimmering allure of material possessions has long been touted as the key to a good life. Billboards bombard us with the latest gadgets, social media overflows with curated portrayals of extravagant lifestyles, and societal messages often conflate success…
Daily writing promptList the people you admire and look to for advice...View all responses If I were to write a list of the people I admire, it would be a sprawling, ever-growing document. It would encompass everyone from the corner baker who crafts the perfect sourdough to the scientist quietly toiling away for a cure.…
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