Is betrayal the worst sin? Betrayal, the intentional breaking of trust and loyalty, can be considered the worst sin due to its devastating consequences on relationships, families, and societies. It may be seen as the ultimate selfish act – disregarding long-term consequences for immediate personal gratification. When researching how to define “beauty”, a definition that […]
Fall down seven times, stand up eight Sometimes, even if we mean the best and try to love with all our might, we have many weaknesses and blind spots. Inevitably, we will fall down many times. Even if we get anxious, depressed, or even sinful seven times – our challenge is to find the strength, […]
What appears to be good may not necessarily be In life, there are instances where we face situations that, on the surface, seem to be positive or beneficial, but upon closer inspection, reveal a hidden stench that even perfumes cannot mask. What appears to be good may not necessarily be, and it is crucial for […]
Passion is less about what feels good and more about what is right Millennials have always been nudged to “follow our passion”. I don’t know if it is still the same for Gen Z. But over the years, I’ve come to realize that blindly following one’s passion because it feels good can lead to burnout […]
Weathering with you: Should society sacrifice the minority for the benefit of the whole? For those of you who don’t know Weathering With You, here is a summary created by Bing Chat: “Weathering With You is a 2019 Japanese animated romantic fantasy film written and directed by Makoto Shinkai. It tells the story of Hodaka, […]
Flowing into good works When we experience flow or enter the zone when we do good works, do we not get a glimpse of what it means to channel a Higher Power? The good works that we do become testaments to who we are and who we will be. Our challenge is to be consistent […]
If we were to pause and reflect, what would our true highlight reel consist of? While social media enables us to share the highs of our lives, it also encourages us to curate an image that isn’t entirely authentic. We often find ourselves seeking validation through likes, comments, and shares, creating a feedback loop that […]
Carry that weight There’s something about carrying the weight of the truth – it is both heavy and light. The experience of carrying the weight of the truth can feel like a paradoxical phenomenon. The weight of truth is a burden that many are afraid to bear, while at the same time, it can provide […]
When we follow a leader’s commands When we think of a leader we are loyal to, why do we obey that leader’s commands? I doubt that our loyalty is blind (or else, we admit that we are not followers of a leader but fans of an idol). Our loyalty and obedience are most authentic when […]
We should throw ourselves, not stones, towards others When we cast judgement towards others, is it really about assessing them or is it more about making ourselves feel good? Do we really have to throw heavy stones towards others to feel lighter? What is more difficult – more vulnerable – is to throw not stones, […]