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On happiness
On happiness
The reason we live life is happiness. But we do not know what happiness is, and we do not know what we live for. South Korea currently ranks 102 out of 178 countries on the happiness index - almost last.
2023-02-01 17:00
Humility in the Bible
Humility in the Bible
Many prophets appeal to us to seek the Lord. Especially in this time of trials, what does it mean to seek the Lord? Prophet Zephaniah says: “Seek the Lord, all you humble … Seek justice, seek humility.” (Zephaniah 2:3).
2023-01-31 16:50
Mobility rights?
Mobility rights?
I love Seoul's subway. It never fails to bring me to my destination on time. This belief had been firm, until an incident where a specific train did not stop, at certain subway stations, a few days ago.
2023-01-30 16:50
Beneath the surface of civilization
Beneath the surface of civilization
As the sun rose on a Monday morning over Myeong-dong, downtown Seoul, the eye was struck with horror. A whole alley in the popular shopping district was covered with meter-high rubble and scattered pieces of ruined streetside eateries and stores. Something beyond vandalism appeared to have occurred.
2023-01-29 16:40
Vietnam War: anniversaries and legacies
Vietnam War: anniversaries and legacies
The Vietnam War ended officially on Jan. 27, 1973, with the signing of the Paris Peace Accords. The governments of North Vietnam, South Vietnam, and the United States, plus the revolutionary National Liberation Front (NLF, which included the military Viet Cong) were parties to the agreement.
2023-01-26 16:10
New Year Resolution at 50?
New Year Resolution at 50?
By Kim Hyun-miCultural or generational, I'm slightly annoyed when I have to repeat the New Year's greeting in less than a month as I'm more used to the New Year starting on Jan. 1, as per the solar calendar, and get myself in the mood to start fresh, reload my motivation and recharge my optimism. Around this time, I become familiar with the new number when I write the date, p...
2023-01-25 16:40
Cheerful giver
Cheerful giver
The other day, a priest whom I know asked me, “How does your congregation make a living?” I mentioned several ways to overcome financial problems. Among them is receiving donations and offerings.
2023-01-24 16:40
Are you my colleague or just a co-worker?
Are you my colleague or just a co-worker?
A recent study of workers indicated that getting along with their colleagues was the most important factor for being happy at work. Having a great working relationship with one's colleagues matters for both our health and workplace satisfaction. Given how much time a working person spends with colleagues and the importance of our happiness and well-being, I was curious about ...
2023-01-19 16:30
On myself
On myself
I am the one who knows and understands myself well. Confucius said in the Analects, "I will not be afflicted at men's not knowing me; I will be afflicted that I do not know men." In the end, it means that I have to acknowledge and know myself. Jesus himself loved to eat, drink and play with his disciples and the people. He knew how to enjoy life. Don't wait for others to be g...
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Happy New Year 2023, the Year of the Rabbit!
Happy New Year 2023, the Year of the Rabbit!
Recently, I received a variety of New Year's cards from home and abroad featuring the zodiac symbol of the rabbit, appropriate as 2023 is the Year of the Rabbit according to the lunar calendar and Chinese astrology.
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