I’ve always wondered why we seek meaning in life—why we look for purpose beyond survival and material comfort. Are we the only species that contemplates meaning – is this search uniquely human? And if life itself appears inherently meaningless, why is the pursuit of meaning so universal? Simply living and surviving is, in itself, anContinueContinue reading “Book Club: The Meaning of Life (What Life Should Mean to You by Alfred Adler)”
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The Magnifying Glass of the Mind: A Whimsical Guide to Dysmorphia and Self-Love
[Image from NYtimes] Don’t we all know someone who has millions yet feels poor, who teaches at prestigious universities yet still feels unaccomplished, or who is healthy yet dissatisfied with their less than perfect abs? The higher the hill we climb, the more we’re surrounded by high achievers. It seems the closer we get toContinueContinue reading “The Magnifying Glass of the Mind: A Whimsical Guide to Dysmorphia and Self-Love”
A Slightly Sarcastic Guide to Finally Feeling Like You’re Enough (Maybe)
“All the shine of a thousand spotlightsAll the stars we steal from the night skyWill never be enoughNever be enoughTowers of gold are still too littleThese hands could hold the world but it’llNever be enough” – The Greatest Showman [Written by Claude, image credit] Ever notice how even the fanciest peacock at the party isContinueContinue reading “A Slightly Sarcastic Guide to Finally Feeling Like You’re Enough (Maybe)”
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”
A Neuro Symphony: Books by Dr. Monty Lyman
I recently started reading The Remarkable Life of the Skin by Dr. Monty Lyman, and right at the beginning, the author’s note captivated me with its eloquence. Naturally, I had to learn more about the person behind this beautifully written book. To my surprise, Dr. Monty Lyman is not only a young physician but alsoContinueContinue reading “A Neuro Symphony: Books by Dr. Monty Lyman”
The Epic Evolution of the ABC Model
(Or how humanity pieced together the secret to living better: Actions + Behaviors = Consequences) A few years ago, I took an emotion management class where I was introduced to the ABC model. It seemed simple enough: actions (or events) happen, our behavior shapes how we respond, and those responses lead to consequences. At theContinueContinue reading “The Epic Evolution of the ABC Model”
Book Club: The Underachiever’s Manifesto: The Guide to Accomplishing Little and Feeling Great
Last year, I had a bit of a midlife crisis—or let’s call it an “existential to-do list overload syndrome.” I sat down with a life coach and asked, “How am I supposed to do everything I want in life?” You know, the big stuff: work, spend quality time with my family and friends, eat healthy,ContinueContinue reading “Book Club: The Underachiever’s Manifesto: The Guide to Accomplishing Little and Feeling Great”
What is Homophily?
ChatGPT introduced the word “homophily” to me yesterday, and I learned that its antonym is “heterophily.” I had never encountered either term before. Apparently, homophily is the tendency for people to associate with others who are similar to themselves. Doesn’t this remind you of some common expressions? “Birds of a feather flock together,” “great mindsContinueContinue reading “What is Homophily?”
Gratitude – The Shortest Path to Happiness
This morning, I stepped out into a world blanketed in white, the air crisp with the bite of -5°C. The snowstorm had passed, leaving behind a quiet stillness, interrupted only by the crunch of footsteps and the fleeting hum of a bicycle wheel. The sky hung heavy and overcast, but within me, a spark ofContinueContinue reading “Gratitude – The Shortest Path to Happiness”
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