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I believe that the key to a happy and successful life is wisdom. When we think wisely, we act wisely. Then we naturally reap joy and success.

I started this blog to ensure that I grow in wisdom every week, while also sharing useful learnings with others. These are my personal learnings and experiences, but perhaps they can help others avoid my past suffering and to gain happiness.

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Alex Chen

Aug 6, 2023
7 min

Don't Be So Sure Of Yourself

These are just some of my thoughts for you to consider. You know your situation best, so you can decide whether or not it's useful for you.

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Alex Chen

Jul 30, 2023
17 min

The Six Paramitas

The Six Paramitas are virtues useful in daily life to cultivate our minds, improve productivity, and increase happiness.

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How To Not Get Upset at Misunderstandings and Criticisms

Alex Chen

Jul 23, 2023
13 min

How To Not Get Upset at Misunderstandings and Criticisms

Getting upset at misunderstandings and avoiding criticism is a tiring way to live. With cultivation, we can remain unbothered by criticism.

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Wise people fight for the blame. Stupid people fight to be right.

Alex Chen

Jul 16, 2023
5 min

Wise people fight for the blame. Stupid people fight to be right.

Unless you're in a debate tournament, arguing that you are right will probably just create conflict. Better to yield and prevent conflict.

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Alex Chen

Jul 9, 2023
5 min

Busyness Is No Excuse for Bad Attitude

We are all busy people, but we should not let busyness be an excuse for a bad attitude towards others. Happy relationships = Happy life.

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Alex Chen

Jul 2, 2023
7 min

Be A Cheerleader Not A Naysayer

We all face setbacks and criticisms in life, so it's of utmost value if we can be a cheerleader for ourselves and for others.

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Alex Chen

Jun 25, 2023
4 min

Protect People's Good Intentions

Good intentions are precious! When people have good intentions, we need to see it, encourage it, and protect it.

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Alex Chen

Jun 18, 2023
7 min

Advice for New Graduates and All

Some of my conversations at the recent graduation ceremony I attended, featuring advice for graduates and all.

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The Ron Clark Story - Summary and Learnings

Alex Chen

Jun 11, 2023
13 min

The Ron Clark Story - Summary and Learnings

A great movie about pursuing dreams, overcoming challenges, and building relationships; insightful and inspirational for all!

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Alex Chen

Jun 4, 2023
4 min

To Help Or Not To Help

Not helping others in need is inhumane, but overburdening ourselves or wasting time is unwise. Compassion needs to be balanced with wisdom.

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When You Don't Get Your Intended Results, Reflect On Yourself (Part 2)

Alex Chen

May 28, 2023
8 min

When You Don't Get Your Intended Results, Reflect On Yourself (Part 2)

When things don't go according to our wishes, don't blame others, don't blame circumstances, find our own problems and improve ourselves.

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Alex Chen

May 21, 2023
5 min

See The Intention Behind the Action

Don't overly focus on people's actions. Instead, see the intention behind their actions. Even better, always assume positive intentions.

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When You Don't Get Your Intended Results, Reflect On Yourself

Alex Chen

May 14, 2023
7 min

When You Don't Get Your Intended Results, Reflect On Yourself

If you treat others well, but others do not return your respect, reflect on yourself. Don't push blame to others or circumstances.

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Alex Chen

May 6, 2023
6 min

Real Kindness is Humble

Wanting to helping others is a good intention, but we have to be careful to not show off or make them feel uncomfortable.

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How Cooking Relates to Leadership (And More)

Alex Chen

May 1, 2023
5 min

How Cooking Relates to Leadership (And More)

Cooking and leadership might sound completely different, but they both require the same virtues.

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If the Buddha Were Real, What Would You Lose?

Alex Chen

Apr 24, 2023
6 min

If the Buddha Were Real, What Would You Lose?

Proper religions are virtuous education, and they can only bring benefit. Improper religions are a different story.

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Alex Chen

Apr 16, 2023
4 min

I'm a PhD

People can become arrogant from so many things, one of which is status. The result?

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The Success of Everything Depends on Endurance

Alex Chen

Apr 10, 2023
7 min

The Success of Everything Depends on Endurance

If we cannot endure hardship or be patient and tolerant towards others, how can we possibly succeed in anything?

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Alex Chen

Apr 2, 2023
4 min

A Compassionate Lie

Rules are important, but we must understand the reasoning behind them to avoid following them inappropriately.

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Alex Chen

Mar 26, 2023
4 min

Same Job, Three Perspectives

No matter what we do, we can find meaning and value in it. It all depends on our perspective.

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