The alarm rang earlier than usual. It was Monday, the first official day back to the office after Tet holiday in Vietnam. The city felt slightly slower, like it was still stretching after a long nap. I lay in bed for a few seconds, listening to the quiet, knowing the year had truly begun again. […]
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Jan
Jan
If Day One felt like a full-circle moment,Day Two felt like a deep exhale. The kind that comes after intensity.After long conversations.After seeing potential everywhere you look and realizing the responsibility that comes with it. I woke up that morning already feeling grateful. Grateful for the students.Grateful for the volunteers.Grateful for the quiet, steady work […]
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Jan
Jan
I woke up at 4:25 a.m. without an alarm. That kind of waking up only happens on days that matter. The room was quiet. The city hadn’t started yet. My body felt rested, steady, almost excited. I remember lying there for a few seconds, breathing, feeling the weight and the beauty of the day ahead. […]
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Aug
Aug
A Weekend of Reflection at SEO Vietnam This past weekend, I had the honor of being a guest speaker at SEO Vietnam—a remarkable organization that empowers young people across the country through education, mentorship, and internship placements. As part of the global SEO (Sponsors for Educational Opportunity) network, which includes branches in New York, London, […]
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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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Apr
Apr
Today’s training session was one of the most challenging I’ve experienced recently. As a triathlete preparing for an upcoming race, every session matters—but some days truly push both your body and your mind. Today was one of those days. The night before, I studied my training plan from Coach Dong. Usually, Wednesdays are reserved for […]