Category: Learning
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Finding Enlightenment Through the Journey of Growth in Vagabond
Read more: Finding Enlightenment Through the Journey of Growth in VagabondVagabond, a masterpiece by Takehiko Inoue, offers a fictionalized portrayal of the life of Japanese swordsman Musashi Miyamoto, based on Eiji Yoshikawa’s novel Musashi. The story begins with two 17-year-old warriors, Takezō Shinmen and Matahachi Hon’iden, wounded on the battlefield after the Battle of Sekigahara. Determined to achieve greatness, they pledge to become “Invincible Under…
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Embracing Passion and Authenticity in a Conformist Society
Read more: Embracing Passion and Authenticity in a Conformist SocietyIn Beck, a manga by Harold Sakuishi, we follow the journey of Yukio Tanaka, a 14-year-old whose ordinary life is upended when he meets Ryusuke Minami, a charismatic rock musician. A chance encounter with Ryusuke and his dog sets Yukio, or “Koyuki,” on a transformative path, drawing him into the world of rock music. Through…
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Embracing Change and Time: Lessons from Groundhog Day
Read more: Embracing Change and Time: Lessons from Groundhog DayGroundhog Day is a film from my childhood that has always stood out to me. The story follows a self-centered weatherman, played by Bill Murray, who is sent to a small town to cover the annual Groundhog Day event. What he doesn’t expect is to become trapped in an infinite time loop, reliving the same…
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Curiosity and Growth Mindset in Attack on Titan
Read more: Curiosity and Growth Mindset in Attack on TitanAttack on Titan by Hajime Isayama presents a unique and fascinating narrative that delves into a world where humans are no longer at the top of the hierarchy. The story imagines a species, the Titans, which stands above humans in both physical stature and threat, leading humanity to live in constant fear and confinement. In…
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The Power of Awareness: Reflections on It’s a Wonderful Life by Frank Capra
Read more: The Power of Awareness: Reflections on It’s a Wonderful Life by Frank CapraFrank Capra’s It’s a Wonderful Life is often compared to A Christmas Carol, as both stories focus on personal transformation and the discovery of life’s true meaning. The film’s protagonist, George Bailey, faces a series of external challenges that push him into a state of despair. Gradually, he starts blaming others for his misfortunes, which…