
The Geography of Kindness: Finding Humanity in Everyday Encounters
During our recent move to Jeju Island, amidst the stress of relocation and adapting to a new environment, something unexpected became our anchor: the remarkable
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During our recent move to Jeju Island, amidst the stress of relocation and adapting to a new environment, something unexpected became our anchor: the remarkable
The Heart of Career Success Ever notice how some people seem to have it all figured out? They’re doing work they love, they’re great at
The Liberation of Letting Go Perfect skin. Perfect job. Perfect spouse. We chase these mirages relentlessly, don’t we? But here’s a liberating truth: life isn’t
Shoshin (初心) is a word from Zen Buddhism meaning “beginner’s mind.” It refers to having an attitude of openness, eagerness, and lack of preconceptions when
Like most travelers today, I carry a smartphone that has become an indispensable companion. In Vietnam, it serves as my translator, my guide, and my
From our perch on the 32nd floor of Hue’s tallest building, we witness a daily performance of trust unfold below. A massive roundabout, where six
The little alley where our rental house sits is a well-worn path – one of many An Bang (In Vietnam) thoroughfares too narrow for cars,
“Happiness is available. Please help yourself to it.” Thich Nhat Hanh, the renowned Vietnamese Zen master, peace activist, and spiritual leader In the heart of
Navigating Korean roundabouts taught me more about life than any meditation retreat. As newcomers from North America and Sweden, Håkan and I watched in bewilderment
“Impermanence: Embracing the Flow of Life” Complacency. The art of pursuing permanence. In stillness, a mirage of stability, In trivial change, a facade of prudence.