I’m not tall. Ever since I was a child, people would comment on my height. “You haven’t grown,” they’d say. No matter how well I did in school or how intelligent I was, all they saw was my height. That constant judgment made me lose confidence. I worried all the time. And yet, the people […]
I’ve been with this company for over 20 years. When I first started, I had big dreams—salary increases, bonuses, paid time off, recognition, awards, and promotions. I imagined a future where all my hard work would be rewarded. As time passed, I took on more and more responsibilities. The business grew, and so did my workload. […]
My parents had gone out for a doctor’s appointment. They were supposed to be back by 7 pm. It was 9 pm and they still hadn’t returned, I started feeling restless. I kept looking out the window, my mind racing with worries. What if they’d been in an accident? How would I find out? Who […]
At my workplace, I had a colleague who was smart enough to take credit for everything I did. I was mostly behind the scenes, quietly enjoying my work. She had a good rapport with the higher-ups. Every task that needed to be done was discussed with her first, and she would pass on the orders […]
No matter how hard I tried as a child, it felt like my parents were never truly satisfied. I was open and sincere with my friends, yet somehow, I couldn’t meet their expectations either. At work, despite giving my all, my supervisor remained critical. As a team leader, encouraging others to do their best often […]
There are countless expectations we hold onto, hoping for support that never comes. On the day of my cesarean section, I expected a close relative to be by my side, but I was left alone with my newborn, handling everything myself. On a hectic night at work, I counted on my partner to help—but she […]
Can you imagine eating non-stop without giving your stomach a break? Our digestive system needs time between meals to properly process food, absorb nutrients, and eliminate waste. This rest period is crucial for keeping our gut healthy and ready for the next meal. Now, think about your mind. We constantly feed it endless information—from all […]
We often hear the word abuse—what does it really mean? It’s treating someone with cruelty or violence, often repeatedly. But let’s reflect on what we’re doing to ourselves. Using insulting language and tearing down someone’s confidence is a form of abuse. What kind of treatment are we giving ourselves? How do we talk to ourselves? […]
While my sister was cooking, the pressure cooker suddenly burst open with a loud thud—the lid shot up, hit the ceiling, and then fell down. Fortunately, she had stepped out of the kitchen just before it happened and wasn’t hurt. Later, we discovered the safety valve was blocked, preventing the pressure from releasing properly. As […]
I resigned from my job a few months ago, even though I had over 20 years of service left, holding a leadership position with a high salary. Everyone, including my family, told me it was a bad decision. They said, “Look at the people around you—they’re facing similar challenges. If they can manage, why can’t […]
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