Diao Chan, celebrated as one of ancient China’s Four Great Beauties, has long been remembered for her breathtaking …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
Empress Bian: The Virtuous Wife Who Shaped Cao Cao’s Legacy
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisWhen people think of virtuous empresses in Chinese history, names like Empress Zhangsun of the Tang Dynasty and …
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After his defeat at the Battle of Red Cliffs, Cao Cao spent years rebuilding his forces and restoring …
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In the annals of ancient China, some noted individuals stand out for their quiet strength and virtue — …
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LeadershipFeatured
Cao Cao: The Strategic Value of Kindness and Forgiveness in Leadership
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisIn an era where leadership is often equated with ruthlessness and unyielding ambition, the story of Cao Cao, …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
Ancient Chinese Wisdom: The Strategy of ‘Hitting the Grass to Frighten the Snake’
by Mikel Davisby Mikel Davis“Hitting the grass to frighten the snake” is a traditional Chinese military strategy with two meanings. The first …
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Chinese CultureEditor's Pick
Cao Cao’s Leadership Principles: Trust and Integrity in the Three Kingdoms Era
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisIn the ancient Shuowen Dictionary, trust is defined as a blend of sincerity and reliability, emphasizing the importance …
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Victory in battle, it is said, can only materialize if the three favorable factors of time, place, and …
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Empathy, reading people, catching vibes, social intelligence, or the ability to read other people’s emotions and inner character …
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There was no C.T., ultrasound, X-ray, or Nuclear Magnetic Resonance in ancient China. Instead, ancient doctors like Hua …