peace
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Peace Is Not the Absence of Struggle
In my last two blog posts, I may have sounded self-contradictory. One day, I wrote about carrying peace within the heart. The next, I questioned the beauty of perpetual peace. Today, I want to clarify what I truly meant. When I speak of perpetual peace, I imagine a kind of cosmic stillness—an unmoving universe, perfectly Continue reading
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Carrying Peace
Travel has always given me something rare—time. Time to sit quietly with my thoughts, to listen to emotions that usually remain unheard amid daily routines. Somewhere between long roads and unfamiliar landscapes, the mind loosens its grip, and thoughts begin to flow freely. Often, I surprise myself with small philosophical insights during these journeys. One Continue reading
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Beyond the Comfort Zone Lies Life Itself
We often seek comfort as if it were the ultimate destination — the soft bed after a long day, the familiar faces, the predictable routines. Yet, if we pause and reflect, we realize that none of our most meaningful memories were born from comfort. The moments we truly lived — the ones that shaped us, Continue reading
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The Weight of a Moment
Life is often measured in milestones: birthdays, graduations, weddings, achievements. Yet the most meaningful experiences are rarely grand. They are fleeting — a glance, a falling leaf, the touch of sunlight on your face — moments so small we might overlook them if we are not paying attention. Philosophers call this mindfulness; poets call it Continue reading
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The Old Man and His Watermelons: A Lesson in Business
Some years ago, while scrolling online, I came across a short story that has stayed with me ever since. I don’t know its original source, but the message it carries is timeless and worth retelling. The story goes like this. An old man was selling watermelons. His price list read: One day, a young man Continue reading
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The Stream Beyond the Field
There are dreams that vanish like mist the moment we open our eyes. And then there are dreams that return—gentle yet insistent—asking us to walk the same path again and again, as if leading us to a forgotten truth. In mine, I am a child once more, standing at the edge of my old school Continue reading
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The Gift of Breaking Dawn
There’s a certain magic that only early mornings carry. When the world is still draped in silence, and the first golden rays touch the earth, something shifts within. The sky slowly sheds its darkness. The birds begin their songs. The air feels lighter, and the mind—often burdened by the noise of yesterday or the worry Continue reading
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The World’s Happiest Animal: Meet the Quokka
In a world that often feels rushed and heavy, there’s one little creature that reminds us to smile—literally. The quokka (Setonix brachyurus), a small marsupial native to Western Australia, has captured hearts worldwide with its endearing “smile” and curious charm. Found mostly on Rottnest Island, these cat-sized animals are often dubbed the “happiest animal on Continue reading
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What Makes the Rich Stand Out from the Poor?
We often think the difference between the rich and the poor is just about money. But if you look closer, you’ll realize—it’s about habits, not just bank accounts. Over time, simple, consistent choices carve out very different futures. While circumstances and opportunities may vary, the habits we choose can either pull us forward or keep Continue reading
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A Walk through Nature
Sometimes, the deepest joy comes not from doing something grand, but from simply walking—quietly—through nature. The trees don’t ask who you are. The wind doesn’t judge. And the flowers bloom, whether or not you notice. But when you do, something shifts inside. You feel calmer, clearer, and strangely more alive. On one such walk, I Continue reading
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