In a time where strict adherence to protocol was the norm in the Qing Dynasty, Lady Yan, the …
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
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Chinese CultureFeatured
Emperor Tang Taizong: A Legacy of Seeking Talent in Ancient China
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisEmperor Tang Taizong, renowned for establishing one of the most formidable empires in history, owes much of his …
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WisdomFeatured
Shaping Destiny Through Character: The Ultimate Ticket to Wealth
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisDuring the reign of Emperor Wen of Han, Deng Tong was a highly favored courtier due to his …
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Taiwanese director Hou Hsiao-Hsien, hailed by The New York Times as “Taiwan’s Greatest Filmmaker,” received the Lifetime Achievement …
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Chinese CultureEditor's Pick
The Clever Use of Chinese Characters in History
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisTraditional Chinese is made up of characters that are like building blocks. However, a simple inversion of these …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
Guiding Integrity: The Upright and Honest Advisors of Ancient China
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisIn ancient China’s history, wisdom and integrity were paramount virtues. Rulers often sought counsel when faced with perplexing …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
The Diplomatic Masterstroke of Emperor Taizu of Song
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisIn 964, Emperor Taizu of Song quelled the Southern Tang and was poised to continue his conquest by …
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The idyllic notion of a stateless utopia where the old have care, the young have growth, and the …
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There’s a saying: “Medicine nourishes less than food, and food nourishes less than sleep.” Indeed, it can be …
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HealthFeatured
Energize Your Routine: One-Minute Exercises for Everyday Vitality
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisEveryone aspires to be healthy, but often, the vitality of youth masks the importance of exercises and health …