When speaking of Chinese history, it is difficult to avoid the idea of the junzi — the gentleman …
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TraditionsFeatured
Ancient Chinese Wisdom Stories: The Man Who Couldn’t Accept the Truth
by Emma LubyEmma LuA traveler once arrived in the countryside of Henan and saw a wooden yoke resting against a farmer’s …
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Yang Yi, courtesy name Qianzhi, was a native of Huayang in Chengdu. Known for his honesty, kindness, and …
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Self ImprovementEditor's Pick
Why Opportunity Alone Is Not Enough to Change Your Life
by Mikel DavisThere was a poor man who had very little. A wealthy woman took pity on him and decided …
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Many people wonder whether blessings can actually be seen. In traditional Chinese thought, blessings are not measured only …
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Mind & SpiritFeatured
The Evolution of the Doctor-Patient Relationship Mirrors a Shift in the Human Heart
Throughout history, the relationship between doctors and patients has been more than a matter of medical skill — …
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Mind & SpiritFeatured
What Is Most Precious in Life: The Spider, the Dew, and the Awakening
by Mikel DavisPeople often wonder what is most precious in life. Some say it is what we cannot obtain; others, …
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Mind & SpiritEditor's Pick
10 Things That Damage Hidden Virtue You Should Never Do
by Emma LubyEmma LuIn Chinese tradition, especially throughout thousands of years, one principle has remained at the heart of moral life: …
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Self ImprovementEditor's Pick
The Lotus Law: Why the Last Step Is the Hardest on the Road to Success
by Mikel DavisHave you heard of the “Lotus Law”? Imagine a lotus pond. On the first day, only a few …
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Mind & SpiritEditor's Pick
4 Signs Your Child Is Here to Repay Your Kindness, Not Collect a Debt
by Mikel DavisRaising kind, grateful children who cherish their parents is one of life’s greatest blessings. Yet not all children …