We live in a world obsessed with labels. Rock climber. Runner. Weightlifter. Freediver. Surfer. Creative. Artist. Academic. Singer. Dancer. Introvert. Extrovert. Ambivert. Social. Silent. ADHD. High-functioning Autistic. High‑achiever. Adventurer. Sensitive. Empathetic. Some labels feel empowering. Some feel comforting. Some feel clarifying. Some may not resonate at all. But all labels, even the helpful ones, come…
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I ended 2025 experiencing my very first Australian Christmas — and to my surprise, the entire spread was cold. Cold meats, cold salads, cold desserts. A perfectly normal tradition here, but a complete shock to my system. Across three continents and countless family gatherings, Christmas has always meant hot food. In many Oriental cultures, hot…
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As the year winds down, we find ourselves in that reflective sweet spot—looking back at what was and dreaming of what’s next. Taking just 15 minutes to audit your 2024 can give you clarity, gratitude, and a sense of purpose heading into 2025. Here’s a simple, actionable guide to reflect and plan with intention. Step…
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In a previous article, I introduced the concept and value of our evoling brain as being neuroplastic and as a refresher, neuroplasticity simply means our brain has the ability to adapt and change. Essentially, the brain is a muscle where you either 1) train to enhance it, or 2) waste it and lose it. This…
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I normally write a new article at 6 am (GMT +9) every two days on this blog, but ever since returning to Cebu (in the Philippines) from Tokyo (Japan), my schedule has been erratic from an unbelievable demand of more pressing matters resulting in my blog writing taking a backseat. However, last night, I finally…
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