Mikel Davis

The Power of 3 Strategic Expenditures: Spend More to Earn More

There are three types of expenditures in this world where the more you spend, the more you earn. Moreover, these are expenses that you should not hesitate to take on. What are these 3 expenditures? 1. Investing in self-growth Investing money in one’s own mind is the safest form of financial management. Some may argue: ...

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Money bag with the word 'investment' is balanced on a scale with a roll of US$100 bills.

The Diary of Anne Frank: A Tale of Resilience and Hope (Part 2)

Anne Frank’s favorite spot was by the window, the real world only a pane of glass away. She loved observing the chestnut tree as it changed with the seasons – from blossoming to fruit-bearing, then shedding its leaves, and finally renewing its life cycle. These natural rhythms reflected Anne’s own yearning for life. She also ...

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Statue of Anne Frank in front of the World War II museum in New Orleans.

‘The Diary of Anne Frank’: A Tale of Resilience and Hope (Part 1)

The name of the young girl is Anne Frank, an iconic figure in world literature and the author of the once-forbidden book, “The Diary of Anne Frank”. Born on June 12, 1929, Anne Frank came into the world in a wealthy Jewish family in Frankfurt, Germany. When Hitler rose to power in 1933, initiating a ...

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A stamp from the Netherlands featuring an image of Anne Frank.

Reaping What You Sow: How Your Actions Toward Others Shape Your Own Experiences

A renowned celebrity once said that the factors contributing to one’s success can be broadly divided into two categories. Professional knowledge comprises only 15 percent, while personal cultivation, how you treat others, world-handling abilities, and adaptability cover the remaining 85 percent. This statement struck a chord with me. An unforgettable lesson from a company visit ...

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Closeup of a wheat stalk in the field with the sun shining in the background.

Learning From History: How the Ancient Chinese Responded to Plagues and Disasters

The recent pandemic is, without a doubt, one of the greatest catastrophes we have experienced in our lifetimes. Yet, in the long annals of Chinese history, numerous accounts exist of plagues and other calamities of similar scale. These instances from antiquity provide us with invaluable insights into how emperors and common folk alike managed to ...

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Ancient Chinese observing a globe mechanism.

Su Dongpo: An Unyielding Spirit in the Face of Adversity

Su Dongpo (A.D. 1037-1101), was one of the eight great masters of the Tang and Song dynasties and occupied an indelible position in the history of literature in China. His articles were smooth and flowing. He bemoaned the state of the world and pitied the fate of mankind. He was not afraid of power, and ...

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Statue of Chinese scholar and poet Su Dongpo with his wife.