Monthly Archives: February 2026

Winter Storm Watch for Hawaii?

Posted on February 6, 2026 by terryshen

It’s neither a typo nor fake news: the National Weather Service has officially issued a winter storm watch for Hawaii. A powerful cold front is expected to sweep across the region this weekend, potentially blanketing the summits of Mauna Kea … Continue reading →

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Breaking the Rules

Posted on February 5, 2026 by terryshen

Recently, I was in a bind. I double-booked my evening by inviting a friend to dinner over an existing appointment that I’d totally forgotten. When I realized my mistake, I had to cancel the dinner engagement. And it felt like, … Continue reading →

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Learning to Say No

Posted on February 4, 2026 by terryshen

“Just say no” sounds easy. Yet that hasn’t been the case for me. As such, after a lifetime of pleasing others, I realized I’ve overlooked the most important person of all: myself. I’ve spent years on prioritizing others’ needs ahead … Continue reading →

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Acceptance and Rejection

Posted on February 3, 2026 by terryshen

What do we accept? Do we truly have a choice? More interestingly, what do we reject? And, what do you think that rejection will produce? What is more important to you?

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Between Living and Surviving

Posted on February 2, 2026 by terryshen

If you were to ask me: what’s the difference between living and surviving, my answer would be: a gulf between them. Allow me to explain. Living is to honor the promise of one’s potentials–seizing every opportunity–while surviving is to endure, … Continue reading →

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Week in Review – 1 Feb 2026

Posted on February 1, 2026 by terryshen

We have officially cleared the first month of 2026. The “Happy New Year” wishes of January 1st feel a distant, yet naive memory. If the start of the year has proven anything, it’s that the world does not care about … Continue reading →

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