Zhong Liyi, also known by his courtesy name Zi’a, was a native of Shanyin in the Kuaiji region …
Mikel Davis
Mikel Davis
Mikel serves as editor and sometime writer for Nspirement. He loves foreign cultures and foreign places. They have taught him many lessons. He hopes his work can impact others so they have a better life, or at least a better day.
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Dementia is widely understood as a condition involving memory loss, but it also affects language, decision-making, and other …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
Striking the Tiger’s Teeth: The Courage of Qing Official Wu Yi
by Mikel DavisThe Chinese idiom “to strike the tiger’s teeth” describes the fearless resolve needed to challenge a powerful, perilous …
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Chinese Culture
Justice Above Kinship: An Ancient Chinese Official’s Ultimate Sacrifice for Righteousness
by Mikel DavisDuke Zhuang of Wei had three sons. The eldest was kind and virtuous, the second known for his …
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Mind & SpiritFeatured
A Rich Man and a Beggar Became Kindred Spirits Over a Single Teapot
by Mikel DavisIn today’s practical world, true friends are rare, and a kindred spirit is rarer still. If you are …
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Mind & SpiritEditor's Pick
4 Signs Your Child Is Here to Repay Your Kindness, Not Collect a Debt
by Mikel DavisRaising kind, grateful children who cherish their parents is one of life’s greatest blessings. Yet not all children …
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SocietyFeatured
A Utah County Mayor Lived Among the Homeless to Understand Their Struggles
by Mikel DavisBen McAdams, now a U.S. Congressman representing Utah, served as the Salt Lake County Mayor from January 2013 …
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Graceful and quietly radiant, Peng Yamei lives up to her name. Like clay undergoing a demanding transformation — …
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Some children seem to arrive in this world with memories of where they came from. As incredible as …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
How Ancient Chinese Travelers Navigated Long Distances Without GPS
by Mikel DavisToday, most of us wouldn’t dream of taking a long trip without GPS. Whether driving or walking, modern …