Dear Body, Thank you. It’s a quiet Sunday evening, and my legs are still buzzing from the 70 km ride earlier today. Yesterday, they carried me through a 14 km run. I can still feel the imprint of the weekend’s effort—fatigue, yes, but also something deeper. Strength. Stability. Gratitude. This weekend reminded me just how […]
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Jul
Jul
Some weeks go by in a blur. Others leave a quiet, lasting glow in your heart. This past week was one of those rare, beautiful ones that gently remind me why I do what I do—and why I love the people I work with and the life I’ve built here in Vietnam. As I sit […]
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Jun
Jun
As I sit down to write, a soft warmth fills my chest. It’s the kind of warmth that comes from slowing down, checking in with yourself, and knowing that you are right where you need to be. This week has been busy—end-of-quarter wrap-ups, brainstorming sessions, volunteer work—but today, I gave myself permission to be fully […]
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Jun
Jun
Wahoo! What a fulfilling weekend it has been. Sometimes, all it takes is a mix of sweat, rain, pizza, and soul-nourishing conversations to feel grounded again. After a brief break, I officially returned to triathlon training this week, and the weekend reminded me why I love this lifestyle so much—not just for the physical progress, […]
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May
May
There’s a unique kind of peace that comes with going home. Not just to a house or a familiar place, but to the heart of where we come from — to the meals that nourish our bodies and souls, the people who’ve watched us grow, and the memories that quietly shape us into who we […]
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Apr
Apr
The alarm clock buzzed at 4:30 AM. I pulled the curtain aside and peered into the quiet darkness. A gentle rain was falling, painting the world outside with a serene, misty glow. I inhaled deeply, letting the fresh, rain-scented air fill my lungs. In that moment, I felt an overwhelming sense of gratitude just to […]
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Mar
Mar
In the stillness of the night, as I wrap up my day with a heartfelt conversation with my parents, I take a moment to journal my thoughts. The world around me is quiet, except for the gentle songs of insects conversing in the background. I feel a deep sense of gratitude—gratitude for the people I […]
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Dec
Dec
Meditation has been a part of my life since 2018, transforming the way I navigate life’s ups and downs. Each morning, as the world around me slowly awakens, I sit quietly in meditation, immersing myself in the stillness and magic of the early hours. It’s a practice that brings me immense peace, clarity, and gratitude—a […]
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Dec
Dec
There’s something deeply rewarding about living a life of purpose. As I reflect on my recent days, balancing my commitments as Chairwoman for UWC Selection Season 2024-2025 and training as a triathlete, I realize how intertwined these two passions are—both pushing me to grow, give back, and live intentionally. Giving Back: The UWC Selection Journey […]