At the height of the Cultural Revolution, people quickly learned that survival often meant keeping their distance — …
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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HistoryEditor's Pick
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TaiwanEditor's Pick
Lech Wałęsa Says Taiwan Offers a Democratic Model for the Chinese-Speaking World
by Mikel DavisOn March 17, 2026, President Lai Ching-te of the Republic of China welcomed former Polish president and Nobel …
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In a small town in what is now Pudong, Shanghai, there once stood a house facing a bridge …
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WisdomEditor's Pick
Zeng Guofan’s Biggest Mistake: What He Learned About Choosing a Marriage Partner
by Mikel DavisZeng Guofan is remembered as one of the Qing Dynasty’s most perceptive judges of character. Throughout his life, …
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Chinese Health TipsFeatured
A Cup of Calm: The Traditional Uses and Benefits of Chrysanthemum Tea
by Mikel DavisChrysanthemum tea has been enjoyed for centuries as a light, floral drink often associated with relaxation and seasonal …
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ChinaEditor's Pick
Zhang Xueliang and the Xi’an Incident: The Decision That Changed China’s History
by Mikel DavisHistory often turns on a single decision made under pressure. In modern Chinese history, few moments demonstrate this …
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After the disaster-relief ceremony at Wolong Temple in Xi’an made Master Xuyun famous far and wide, devotees from …
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In Chinese Buddhist tradition, some figures become legends — monks whose lives blur the line between history and …
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Tea has been treasured in Chinese culture for thousands of years. Beyond its refreshing taste, it is widely …
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Chinese Health TipsFeatured
An Ancient Remedy for Seasonal Coughs: Pears Steamed With Sichuan Pepper
by Mikel DavisAs autumn turns to winter, or whenever the seasons change, a familiar sound echoes through offices, schools, and …