Emperor Gaozong of the Southern Song Dynasty faced a significant dilemma early in his reign: deciding who would …
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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Chinese CultureFeatured
Ming Dynasty Tale: The Reward for Virtue and the Punishment for Greed
by Mikel DavisVirtue is always rewarded. In the Ming Dynasty, outside the East Gate of Wuxi County in Jiangsu, there …
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In the early years of the Qing Dynasty, the Qing army attacked and conquered Jinhua in Zhejiang Province, …
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People who get entangled in trivial matters often find it difficult to accomplish great things. Lincoln dismisses trivial …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
The Plain Woman With Extraordinary Wisdom: The Remarkable Story of Su Liu
by Mikel DavisOne day, King Min of Qi, accompanied by a grand entourage, set out on a tour and arrived …
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Zhang Zuolin and Feng Yuxiang were influential warlords in early 20th-century China during the Warlord Era. This period, …
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Chinese Culture
The Lesson From King Song Kang: The Perils of Ignoring Unpleasant Truths
by Mikel DavisWhen the Qi King sent a large army to invade the Song Kingdom, the news reached the arrogant …
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In Keelung, Taiwan, there was a store called “Yu Yuan Hao,” which translates to “destiny’s blessing.” The owner, …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
Mystical Medicine of the Ming Dynasty: Tales of Extraordinary Diagnostics
by Mikel DavisLife and death are preordained, and the heavens determine wealth and honor. The blessings, fortunes, and longevity of …
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HealthFeatured
Understanding Hypertension: Traditional Chinese Medicine Approaches to Managing High Blood Pressure
by Mikel DavisHigh blood pressure, or hypertension, is often treated with medication, but many people don’t consider why their blood …