Relationships, Editor's Pick

The Indomitable Power of Tolerance in Life

In life’s journey, tolerance is a testament to the strength of the human spirit. Through stories from different walks of life, we can learn about the profound impact of patience on our relationships, happiness, and overall well-being. 4 heartwarming tales that exemplify the power of tolerance 1. A lesson in Zen: The silent education In ...

Max Lu

Three wooden sculptures of Buddha Sakyamuni.

Warning Signs: Recognizing and Addressing Toxic Relationships

A healthy relationship can be a source of joy, growth, and support. While disagreements are natural, they are typically resolved in a way that doesn’t compromise the long-term commitment between partners. However, when warmth fades and disagreements become frequent, the relationship might be veering toward toxicity. What defines a toxic relationship In a toxic relationship, ...

Nathan Machoka

Man on sofa with arms crossed and frowning sits beside a frowning woman with her back turned to him.

The Love Story of Zhang Hongchi and Wang Xiuzhu Embraced 3 Generations (Part 2)

In 1961, Wang Xiuzhu confided in her sister that she lacked education and feared being looked down upon by her husband in the future. She began self-studying and sought employment in Beijing. After several attempts, the local office arranged for her to work at a sewing factory. She resolutely brought her parents-in-law to Beijing to ...

Emma Lu

A sewing machine.

The Love Story of Zhang Hongchi and Wang Xiuzhu Embraced 3 Generations (Part 1)

On November 5, 2009, around 3 p.m., Zhang Hongchi, an 84-year-old economist, suffered a sudden heart attack. While being rushed to the hospital, he briefly regained consciousness. He grasped his son Zhang Cheng’s hand and laboriously instructed: “If I don’t make it, you and your brother must take good care of Aunt Wang.” Aunt Wang ...

Emma Lu

A man having a heart attack.

How Valentine’s Day Gifts Have Changed Over the Centuries

For Valentine’s Day, some couples only roll their eyes at each other in mutual cynicism. The capitalization of love in the modern world can undoubtedly seem banal. But Valentine’s Day gifts are hardly a contemporary invention. People have been celebrating the day and gifting love tokens for centuries. We should first turn to Geoffrey Chaucer, ...

Troy Oakes

Valentine's Day gifts.

10 Recommendations for Balancing Authority and Inquiry in Children

Finding the ideal balance in parenting can be difficult. Still, fostering respect for authority and a curious mind is essential. It’s a delicate dance that calls for tact and comprehension.  Encouraging curiosity is just as crucial for intellectual development in children as respecting authority is for their social development. This article will discuss how parents ...

Viena Abdon

A happy family.

8 Profound Lessons to Draw From the Biggest Kindness Study

In 2021, in partnership with BBC Radio, the School of Psychology at the University of Sussex conducted the most extensive study on kindness, dubbed “The Kindness Test.” About 60,000 people aged 19-44 from 144 countries participated in this study. The researchers wanted to know the most common acts of being kind, the relationship between being ...

Nathan Machoka

Lending a helping hand.

9 Strategies to Teach Your Child Patience

Seeing a sad parent with a child throwing tantrums or screaming their lungs out in the supermarket aisles (or elsewhere) for a lack of patience is heartbreaking. It’s even more disappointing if the child is older than six or seven years or a teenager. Of course, this behavior may be attributed to some disorders, but ...

Nathan Machoka

spoiled-child

Why Cheating Is Not Empowering

In the past, when you heard that someone had cheated, your suspicions went straight to the man. But today, that has changed. According to a survey, the number of women who admit to having an affair has risen by 40 percent since 1990. Is this a positive thing? Does it show that women are now ...

Nathan Machoka

Having an affair.