Shoshin: Embracing the Beginner’s Mind for a More Joyful Life
In the midst of our fast-paced and often overwhelming lives, we may find ourselves burdened by stress, anxiety, and the weight of expectations. One particular…
Yuugen: Finding Balance and Joy in a Fast-Paced World
In the hustle and bustle of our modern lives, it’s all too common to find ourselves trapped in a never-ending cycle of burnout and overwhelm.…
Wabi-Sabi: Finding Beauty in Imperfection
In our modern society, the pressure to be perfect surrounds us. We are bombarded with images of flawlessness, airbrushed appearances, and curated lives on social…
What I Learned from My Calathea Plant
When I received my Calathea plant yesterday, to say that I was fascinated by its beauty is an understatement. From the time it arrived, I’d…
What We Can Learn from Marie Kondo Giving Up on Tidying
When Tidying Queen Marie Kondo said her house isn’t so tidy anymore, the Internet went abuzz. I can only imagine the confusion from the Konmari…
Accepting the Loneliness of Distance
For those with close family and friends abroad, a visit from them would be one of the most wonderful things — a chance to catch…
That Thing Called Rootedness
Talking to friends last week, I realised something: that particular work trip abroad may not be so hassle-free at all. I quickly learned that I…