The renowned Song Dynasty poet and philosopher, Su Dongpo, once said: “An ordinary man who suffers humiliation draws …
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Mind & SpiritEditor's Pick
The Deeper Meanings of Beauty and the Beast: 4 Life Lessons From a Timeless Tale
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisSome stories never lose their charm — and Beauty and the Beast is one of them. What began …
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WisdomEditor's Pick
Fierce Dogs and Temple Rats: How Unchecked Power Leads to a Nation’s Downfall
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisThe Spring and Autumn period and the Warring States period were a golden age for Chinese fables. These …
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WisdomEditor's Pick
3 Things You Should Never Fight For: How Avoiding Conflict Brings Fortune
by Emma Luby Emma LuZeng Guofan, a prominent statesman of the late Qing Dynasty, made a significant impact on politics, military affairs, …
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Wang Yangming (1472-1529), also known as Wang Shouren, was one of the Ming Dynasty’s most influential thinkers, philosophers, …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
The Meaning Behind the Chinese Character Forbearance: Rěn (忍)
by Emma Luby Emma LuIn the vast tapestry of Chinese language and culture, each character holds a story, a philosophy, and a …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
Karma and Consequences: Tales of Moral Retribution in Traditional Chinese Culture
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisThe concept of moral retribution is fundamental in traditional Chinese culture. The saying “People act, Heaven watches” implies …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
Moral Tales of Kindness From Chinese Culture: Lessons in Compassion and Understanding
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisThe Chinese classic Roots of Wisdom states: “In life, taking a step back is a mark of greatness; …
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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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Just like a big tree that is more easily damaged by the wind, a person who is too …