autonomy, confidence, personal independence, self discovery, self reliance, self sufficiency

7 Strategies to Emphasize Personal Independence

Independence is a goal that many individuals have when they’re young, but it can be scary when you’re an adult. Living alone is only one aspect of independence. But making one’s own decisions is the most fundamental form of independence. Self-reliance also means having the confidence to speak up for your beliefs and lead your ...

Viena Abdon

Smiling woman relaxing on the couch with a cup of tea.

China Undermines Hong Kong Autonomy, U.S. Retaliates

The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has approved a National Security Law that will enable the mainland government to criminalize activities in Hong Kong that are determined to be a challenge to the Party’s authority in the city. Using the new law, pro-democracy activists and free speech activists can be classified as a threat to national ...

Max Lu

Protesting the Hong Kong National Security Law.