A Quiet Sunday – How I Reset for the Week

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There is something lovely about Sundays. A space between what has passed and what is yet to come. As someone who trains seriously for endurance sports, Sundays are also when I push my body hard. But alongside physical training, I see this day as a spiritual reset, a quiet ritual to nourish my spirit, reflect, […]

Daily Rituals That Keep Me Calm, Focused, and Grounded

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Tonight, I wrapped up my second training session of the day—swimming practice with Coach Khoa at 8 PM. As I walked home and sat down to unwind, I felt an overwhelming sense of pride. It’s hard to describe the calm that follows a tough but fulfilling workout. Today’s session was full of leg drills and […]

A Weekend of Warmth, Reflection, and Family Roots

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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 […]

Gratitude and Reflection

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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 […]

Reflections on Giving Back Through Education

Embracing the Cool Evenings of Ho Chi Minh City As the cool evenings grace Ho Chi Minh City this time of year, I find myself savoring the crisp air that makes December the coldest month in this bustling metropolis. Whether it’s the gentle chill of early mornings or the cool breezes at dusk, these moments […]

The Peaceful Practice of Meditation

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 […]