Category: Health
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Jin: A Journey Through Time, Medicine, and Society
Read more: Jin: A Journey Through Time, Medicine, and SocietyToday’s post delves into the acclaimed Japanese drama “Jin”, first broadcast in 2009 on TBS, with a second season following in 2011. My wife and I are currently engrossed in it, and the story so far has proven to be both captivating and thought-provoking. The drama is a compelling mix of time travel, history, and…
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Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater – A Ladder Climb That Resonates Beyond Gaming
Read more: Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater – A Ladder Climb That Resonates Beyond GamingWriting my recent posts about climbing, and today reflecting on a game, I couldn’t help but be reminded of the iconic ladder scene in Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater. This unforgettable moment features what is arguably the longest ladder climb in gaming history. As the scene unfolds, a hauntingly beautiful song begins to play,…
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Rediscovering Balance: Lessons from Climbing and Life
Read more: Rediscovering Balance: Lessons from Climbing and LifeThe end of the year, with Christmas and New Year festivities, often becomes a time of overindulgence in food and drink while neglecting exercise. For many, the cold weather only dampens motivation. However, these are precisely the moments when we should remind ourselves of our daily habits, particularly maintaining fitness. While reflecting on ideas for…
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Unlocking the Power of Fitness, Nutrition, and Sleep for a Thriving Life
Read more: Unlocking the Power of Fitness, Nutrition, and Sleep for a Thriving LifeI couldn’t properly exercise when I went back to France for a few days, and yesterday marked two weeks since I last visited the bouldering gym. I woke up feeling a bit tired despite the short break from my routine. This highlights the importance of regular fitness practice. Inspired by watching Invictus recently and my…
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Finding Purpose in Redemption: Lessons from Ordinary Angels
Read more: Finding Purpose in Redemption: Lessons from Ordinary AngelsDuring a recent flight to Paris, I stumbled upon the movie Ordinary Angels, starring Hilary Swank. I hadn’t heard of it before but decided to give it a try—and it spoke to me deeply for numerous reasons. Inspired by a true story that took place during the 1994 North American cold wave, the movie follows…
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How a Manga, a Middle School Friendship, and a Global Perspective Shaped My Vision
Read more: How a Manga, a Middle School Friendship, and a Global Perspective Shaped My VisionMy short trip to Paris to visit my dad also gave me the chance to reconnect with my best friend from middle school. We met at a prestigious middle school in Paris, located near the Eiffel Tower, surrounded by stereotypically wealthy French students. He comes from Algerian ancestry, and I am of Chinese descent, which…
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Kickboxer, Jean-Claude Van Damme, and the Power of Awareness
Read more: Kickboxer, Jean-Claude Van Damme, and the Power of AwarenessI met a good friend recently, someone I’ve known since we both joined the same IT course 12 years ago. He’s not just a friend but also a martial arts champion of France, which immediately brought to mind a movie I loved as a child: Kickboxer, directed by David Worth and starring Jean-Claude Van Damme.…
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Building Empathy: Lessons from “Another Day in Paradise”
Read more: Building Empathy: Lessons from “Another Day in Paradise”A French friend I met in Japan once sang Another Day in Paradise by Phil Collins during a karaoke session. While I knew Phil Collins as the drummer of Genesis (yes, I’m not that young, though it’s still not my generation), I hadn’t heard this particular song before. The beauty of karaoke, especially when you…
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The Promised Neverland: A Tale of Awareness and the Brain’s Infinite Potential
Read more: The Promised Neverland: A Tale of Awareness and the Brain’s Infinite PotentialI was introduced to the anime adaptation of The Promised Neverland by Kaiu Shirai through my wife, who thought I would find it intriguing. Intrigued by her recommendation, we dove into the series together. The narrative proved to be utterly captivating. Set in what initially seems to be a serene and idealistic orphanage, the story…
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Cool Runnings: A Tale of Culture, Dreams, and Unity
Read more: Cool Runnings: A Tale of Culture, Dreams, and UnityWhile browsing Disney Plus, I stumbled upon Cool Runnings by Jon Turteltaub—a movie that brought a smile to my face before I even hit play. Watching it again (this time not dubbed in French) reminded me of the unique charm that 90s movies had. It’s short, uplifting, and leaves you with a warm, fuzzy feeling.…