Emma Lu

What Ancient Chinese Thought About Rats

As a Westerner, I instinctively carry a negative opinion of rats. Maybe European history is to blame; it’s estimated that 30 to 60 percent of Europe’s population died from the Bubonic Plague or the Black Death. The rats harbored the lice that were responsible for carrying the disease. In addition, either living rurally or in the ...

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Rat.

Dancer Explains the Chinese Idiom ‘Seamless as a Heavenly Garment’

I’ve never had quite so many costumes for a performance as I do this year. 15! Imagine that: 15 dresses and gowns paired with accessories of every style — all in two hours. This is why Shen Yun is said to be “seamless as a heavenly garment.” After so many seasons, I’m still in awe of ...

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Female costumes for a Shen Yun performance.

How to Have Even Moods and Constant Energy

Many people rely on stimulants such as caffeine and sugar to give them much-needed energy throughout the day. Have you considered that if you gave up these stimulants altogether there would be no need for them? Then, you would experience even moods and constant energy levels. What goes up, must come down — this is a ...

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A group of young people smiling for the camera and giving thumbs-up.

5 Children’s Habits Parents Should Not Condone

Good and bad habits children form stem largely from their upbringing. While good children’s habits are to be encouraged, bad children’s habits should not be condoned. 5 children’s habits parents should prevent from developing 1. Rudely interrupting conversations in order to talk Some children are impatient and can’t wait to tell their families what they think. Regardless of what setting ...

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Naughty girl with arms crossed being scolded by mother and grandmother.

Boy Runs Into Car, Gets New Bike

This is an inspiring story about how a young boy got a new bike. It is not uncommon to come across mishaps or experience untoward developments in life. From time to time, everyone experiences things that he or she did not expect or want. However, very few people can keep calm and act in a ...

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Man presenting a new bicycle to a boy.

Grace Berbig Spreading Kindness After the Death of Her Mother

When people lose their father or mother at a young age, such incidents leave a lifelong impression on their minds. One such example is Grace Berbig. When she was a child of 7, her mother was diagnosed with leukemia. At such a tender age, she did not understand cancer and its implications. However, her mother’s ...

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Grace Burbig and her daughter.

10 Steps to Help Conquer Fears and Anxieties

Are you feeling anxious and stressed out? Do you feel like you’re constantly in fight-or-flight mode? If so, you’re not alone. Millions of people around the world struggle with fears and anxieties. But there is good news: You can conquer your fears and anxieties. Follow these 10 simple steps to help conquer your fears and ...

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Smiling young woman with outstretched arms standing on the beach at sunset.

Squid Game’s Dalgona Candy a Craze on TikTok

The hugely popular South Korean drama series Squid Game shown on Netflix led to the popularity of dalgona candy or “ppopgi.” The series depicting contestants mired in debt traps and socioeconomic disparity became very popular. However, the craze surrounding the dalgona candy was entirely unexpected. Some people believe that this was not entirely unexpected because ...

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Man holding a piece of dalgona candy.

How to Care for Your Jade Bangle

Jade bangles have become a major fashion trend over the last few years. They are often worn by ladies not only for their beauty, but also due to their philosophical connection and symbolism. Wearing a jade bangle is believed to protect the wearer from any harm and maintain their health. Thanks to their shiny and ...

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Traditional Chinese jade bracelets on stands.

Your Character Is Defined by How You React

Life inevitably brings unexpected events. If we carefully examine our past life to date, we may notice that we have undoubtedly encountered unexpected situations. During these times, our behavior often reflects our true character. The following stories depict how people act given unexpected events and how this reflects their character. Employing self-reflection My friend Vivian ...

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Car stopped on sidewalk.