Checking on My Recent Purchase
I hope you are well. I'm writing because I wanted to ask about the package I ordered last week. I made the purchase on your website because I really …
Why Adolescence Feels Like a Wipeout (But Isn’t a Disaster)
There’s a certain drama to adolescence that is hard to forget. People often think of these years only in terms of academic performance—good grades, b…
Why Wipeouts Matter More Than Wins
It is tempting to believe that perfect academic performance is the key to a successful future. At every parent-teacher conference, parents often focu…
Why Adolescence Is More Than Just Academic Performance
It’s amazing how many adults still judge teenagers only by their academic performance. Walk into any parent-teacher conference and you’ll hear plenty…
A Walk Past the Yellow House
Every morning, I walk past a small yellow house on my street. In front of the house, there are many red and white flowers. Sometimes, I see a child p…
Why Anime Makes Good English Practice
I hope you're doing well. I wanted to share an article I just read about using anime to practice English. The article made an interesting argument: t…
How to Prepare for a Parent-Teacher Conference: A Stepwise Guide for Parents
Attending a parent-teacher conference can feel a bit stressful, especially if it is your first time. These meetings are not only about your child’s a…
City Reflections at Winter Solstice
Last night, walking through my neighborhood, I noticed a small group gathered around an old tree decorated for the Winter Solstice. A couple stood cl…
Vows and Lanterns: A Wedding on Vesak Day
As the sun sets over the city, a soft golden light fills the temple courtyard. Red and white lanterns sway gently above a long table where family and…
Small Spaces, Quiet Chores
When I open my apartment door in the morning, the first thing I see is my broom leaning near the shoe rack. My kitchen is tiny, and storage is a dail…
Why Good Companies Don’t Always Pay Big Dividends
People often judge a company by how much dividend it pays to shareholders. It’s an easy evaluation—if you get paid more each year, the company must b…
Quick Reflections: Why Nostalgia Affects Our Choices at Work
I wanted to share some thoughts after last week’s meeting, where we discussed how people’s backgrounds can influence the choices we make at work. I k…