Author Archives: terryshen

Week in Review – 12 May 2024

Posted on May 12, 2024 by terryshen

First and foremost, happy Mother’s Day! A monther’s work is never done. And waiting to end is never an option. So on this day, do something nice and special for mom. Don’t wait and miss the opportunity. Try to living … Continue reading →

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Reblog: To Protect Your Energy . . .

Posted on May 11, 2024 by terryshen

Came scross the below post and thought it’s worth sharing. To me, it addresses self compassion which is a precondition for compassion towards others. # # # # It’s okay to cancel a commitment. It’s okay to not answer a … Continue reading →

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Falling Unintentionally

Posted on May 10, 2024 by terryshen

  Falling unintentionally – the reality hit that I’m not in control. At least, not in that moment. Arms reaching desperately to the nearest object, person, wall, or whatever I could grab to save my life. A hopeless and helpless … Continue reading →

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Waiting to End?

Posted on May 9, 2024 by terryshen

  Time drags on painfully slow, seems to stood still. When will this end?  Whether in a dentist chair, a boring lecture, or an unhealthy relationship, the feeling is never pleasant. But here is what can make a difference, instead … Continue reading →

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Hottest April On Record

Posted on May 8, 2024 by terryshen

  The writing is on the wall: climate change is here to stay. Last month was the hottest month on record. An headline unfortunately is becoming all too common. Pretty soon it will be the hottest year (in 12 consecutive … Continue reading →

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On Writing, Part 2

Posted on May 7, 2024 by terryshen

  Writing is organized thinking on behalf of persuasion. ~ Seth Godin I blog daily. So Godin’s point about writing hits home with me. The process roughly goes like this: first was an idea – something caught my attention that … Continue reading →

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Living This Day

Posted on May 6, 2024 by terryshen

  Living this day as if it’s your last sounds great except when it’s not. Imaging if you spent everything today, what would you do tomorrow? Stay home and suck on your thumb? Don’t get me wrong, I do get … Continue reading →

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Week in Review – 5 May 2024

Posted on May 5, 2024 by terryshen

Campus protests on the war in Gaza are spreading across the country. Given it’s a presidential election year and time close to graduation commencement, will these events sway the public opinion, change the establishment from backing Israel, or accelerate the … Continue reading →

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Election Workers

Posted on May 4, 2024 by terryshen

  You see them at the polling places dudring elections.  They greet you and provide ballot for you to cast your votes.  And I’m one of those workers.  Whenever I work at the polling center, my wife is amazed why … Continue reading →

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To Be Liked

Posted on May 3, 2024 by terryshen

  Ingrained in our psyche is this idea of acceptance by others. We’re social beings. As such being members of any group, we have strong desire to be liked by others. It’s scripted in us early in life. Family, friends, … Continue reading →

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