This morning, my heart brimmed with peace and serenity as I watched delicate snowflakes drift gently to the ground against a frozen, tranquil backdrop. I reflected on the wonder of each snowflake’s unique formation, the miracle of life itself, and the beauty of every imperfect yet extraordinary member of humanity. May we all find peaceContinueContinue reading “Dancing with Winter’s Wisdom: Lessons from the Life of a Snowflake”
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Harmony in Motion: How Pianists Master Multitasking
[Written by ChatGPT] Taking on the challenge of learning piano in your 40s can feel like standing at the base of a mountain, staring up at its daunting heights. While the idea of playing beautiful melodies might be a long-held dream, the reality of starting later in life comes with its unique hurdles. Unlike children,ContinueContinue reading “Harmony in Motion: How Pianists Master Multitasking”
From Icarus to Upgrade: Are We Flying Too Close to the Sun?
[Written by ChatGPT] In Greek mythology, there is no more fitting a cautionary tale than the story of Icarus. Gifted with waxen wings by his father Daedalus, Icarus soars high and unbound—until, spurred by overconfidence or simple awe, he flies too close to the sun. Its heat softens the wax, and the wings fail, sendingContinueContinue reading “From Icarus to Upgrade: Are We Flying Too Close to the Sun?”
From AI Winter to AI Spring: Embracing a New Era of Innovation
[Image credit. Written by ChatGPT] For decades, the field of artificial intelligence has experienced its fair share of ups and downs. The term “AI winter” aptly describes periods when enthusiasm and investment in AI research waned, often due to unmet expectations and limited technological advancements. During these times, progress stalled, funding dried up, and theContinueContinue reading “From AI Winter to AI Spring: Embracing a New Era of Innovation”
Book Club: Cognitive Awakening
Yesterday, I attended a book club meeting centered around a popular Chinese book titled <认知觉醒> Cognitive Awakening. Having delved into the first two chapters, I was particularly struck by the book’s insightful exploration of the triune brain model and its profound connection to human behavior. The author’s clear explanations provided me with a deeper understandingContinueContinue reading “Book Club: Cognitive Awakening”
Harmony or Control? Examining the Authoritarian Implications of the Third Verse of the Dao De Jing
Verse 3 by Lao Zi: 不尚贤，使民不争；不贵难得之货，使民不为盗；不见可欲，使心不乱。是以圣人之治，虚其心，实其腹，弱其志，强其骨。常使民无知无欲。使夫知者不敢为也。为无为，则无不治。 “Do not exalt the worthy, so that the people will not compete.Do not value rare treasures, so that the people will not steal.Do not display what is desirable, so that the hearts of the people will not be disturbed. Therefore, in the governance of the sage:He empties their minds andContinueContinue reading “Harmony or Control? Examining the Authoritarian Implications of the Third Verse of the Dao De Jing”
Never a Dull Moment: Parental Decoding in 2025
My husband and I like to think of ourselves as pretty hip, but apparently, we are now in dire need of a Gen Z (or is it Gen Alpha) dictionary. This epiphany struck while we were driving with our teenagers in the back seat, tuned into the Free Press podcast discussing “What to Expect inContinueContinue reading “Never a Dull Moment: Parental Decoding in 2025”
Monday Gratitude: The Gift of Life and Infinite Patience
This morning, I find myself reflecting on the profound sense of awe that comes with bringing a new life into this world. There’s nothing quite like the experience of nurturing a child within the womb—a tiny, unseen miracle growing day by day. The first flutter of movement, the rhythmic beat of a heart I cannotContinueContinue reading “Monday Gratitude: The Gift of Life and Infinite Patience”
Book Club: The Remarkable Life of the Skin
Over the holidays, I finished reading The Remarkable Life of the Skin: An Intimate Journey Across Our Largest Organ, by Dr. Monty Lyman. Learned a lot about the anatomy of the skin, skin diseases, ageing, and psychology. Notes on skin ageing: “Collagen is commonly included in skin creams but the molecule is too big toContinueContinue reading “Book Club: The Remarkable Life of the Skin”
Book Club: Lessons from the Hive – A Reflection on Honey Bee Democracy and Humanity’s Collective Future
A few years ago, I picked up Honey Bee Democracy by Thomas Seeley and was struck by how fascinating the book was. Who would have guessed that creatures with such tiny brains could practice a collective decision-making process so graceful, so consensus-driven, and so ultimately democratic? As I read, I found myself returning to oneContinueContinue reading “Book Club: Lessons from the Hive – A Reflection on Honey Bee Democracy and Humanity’s Collective Future”
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