Empress Ma, the wife and wartime comrade of Zhu Yuanzhang, played a pivotal role during times of conflict …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
Unwavering Integrity: Pei Huaigu’s Enduring Legacy in the Tang Dynasty
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisPei Huaigu, a distinguished figure in the Tang Dynasty, is celebrated for his exceptional governance and unwavering integrity. …
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George Washington, renowned as the first President of the United States, had his beginnings in a prosperous plantation …
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Self ImprovementEditor's Pick
The Art of Effective Authority: How to Command Respect Without Being Aggressive
Assertiveness or aggressiveness can be a challenge for “nice” people. Some people may feel it’s rude or selfish …
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Chinese CultureEditor's Pick
Zhuge Liang’s Strategy: Winning Wars and Hearts with Trustworthiness
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisIn traditional Chinese philosophy, the character for “trustworthiness” (信) is composed of the characters for “person” (人) and …
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Peace and ConflictFeatured
General Patton: A Legacy of Courage, Discipline, and Leadership
by Max Luby Max LuGeneral George S. Patton, one of the most notable senior officers in the U.S. Army during World War …
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Chinese CultureEditor's Pick
The Legend of Qin Liangyu: China’s Female General (Part 2)
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisIn the 48th year of Emperor Wanli’s reign during the Ming Dynasty, Qin Liangyu‘s White Pole Army engaged …
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Chinese CultureEditor's Pick
The Legend of Qin Liangyu: China’s Female General (Part 1)
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisOver thousands of years of Chinese history, Qin Liangyu stands out as the only woman to have been …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
The Art of Playing the Fool to Outsmart the Tiger: Chinese Strategic Wisdom in History
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisChinese history is filled with tales of kings and ministers who played the fool to disguise their intelligence. …
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WisdomFeatured
Balancing Act: The I Ching’s Ancient Insights Into Virtue, Wisdom, and Strength
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisIn the profound teachings of the “I Ching,” balance in life is emphasized as essential. It suggests that …