The familiar black and white Taiji symbol, often seen in martial arts and traditional Chinese culture, is far …
Mikel Davis
Mikel Davis
Mikel serves as editor and sometime writer for Nspirement. He’s willing to tackle any assignment, really, but prefers editing. Writing can take you anywhere and is a little unpredictable (or maybe it’s just his writing). Take this bio for instance. When he started writing, the goal was clear: make it fun and interesting. “Interesting” is no problem. He’s worked on a farm, owned a bakery and worked in healthcare. He’s lived on the Navajo reservation in Arizona as well as in Vienna, Austria. And boy, has he traveled! He’s been to Italy and France, Spain and Portugal, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Japan. He loves foreign cultures and foreign places. He’s interested in renewable energy and dreams of buying an electric vehicle some day when there are more charging stations around. He cares about his work and hopes it can impact others so they have a better life, or at least a better day. But “fun”? Does the liberal use of parenthetical phrases count as fun? (Say “yes” or else he might start typing a “Dad” joke!)
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Self ImprovementEditor's Pick
The Hidden Power of Words: How Cruelty Harms and Kindness Heals
by Mikel DavisThere’s an old saying in Chinese: “A soft knife kills” — a metaphor for how harsh words, though …
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In Chinese history, numerous classical texts document the concept of reincarnation — the idea that while the physical body may die, …
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On August 23, 1958, the Chinese Communist forces launched a massive artillery bombardment on Kinmen (Quemoy), sparking what …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
The Dragon King’s Warning: A Tale of Hubris and Divine Retribution
by Mikel DavisThere’s an old saying in Chinese culture: Better to believe than to risk disbelief. In many traditions around …
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LeadershipEditor's Pick
Crossing Boundaries: An Immigrant’s Reflections on America’s Promises and Principles (Part I)
by Mikel DavisCao Changqing is a freelance writer based in New York. Born and raised in China, he draws on …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
Destiny Hidden in the Bones: How a Beggar’s Good Deed Changed His Fate
by Mikel DavisIn Qing Dynasty China, the city of Zhangzhou in Fujian Province was home to a high-ranking military general …
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RelationshipsEditor's Pick
Why Timing Matters in Parenting and Marriage: Ancient Chinese Wisdom for Modern Families
by Mikel DavisAn old Chinese proverb says: “Don’t scold your child before meals, and don’t scold your wife before bed.” …
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ArtsEditor's Pick
Troubled Teen Finds Hope and Purpose Through Faith and Classical Chinese Dance
by Mikel DavisWhen Justin stepped onto the stage in ancient costume to perform a classical Chinese dance titled Triumph at …
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Self ImprovementEditor's Pick
Li Ka-Shing’s 10 Rules for Building Lasting Wealth and Strong Character
by Mikel DavisHong Kong billionaire Li Ka-shing, one of Asia’s most influential business leaders, has long been admired for his …