Author: Esther Law Lee Poh

How Our Senses Shape Our Understanding

Dear readers, ever thought about how much our senses shape the way we understand the world? The concept of embodied cognition suggests that our thoughts and feelings aren’t just happening in our brains; they’re closely tied to our physical interactions with the world around us. This very concept of embodied

Unpacking well-being’s depths

Well-being is a multifaceted concept that encapsulates various dimensions of human existence, including physical, mental, emotional, and social health. Its significance has garnered increasing attention in contemporary discourse, both in academic research and public policy. Understanding well-being necessitates an exploration of its definitions, dimensions, and implications for individuals and society

The Sound of Waves: Finding Peace in the Ocean

‘We are tied to the ocean. And when we go back to the sea, whether it is to sail or to watch – we are going back from whence we came.’ – John F Kennedy (1917–1963). He was the 35th president of the United States from 1961 until his assassination

The Harmony of Familiar Voices

Dear readers, you might be wondering, why did I choose “The Harmony of Familiar Voices” as the topic of my sharing. The answer is simple: life is replete with sensory experiences, and voices play a crucial role in how we perceive our surroundings. For example, the chatter of our loved

Cultivating Deep Conversation

‘Hearing is listening to what is said. Listening is hearing what isn’t said.’ – By Simon Sinek (1973-Present). He is a distinguished English-American author and motivational speaker specialising in business leadership. Among his notable works are ‘Start with Why’ (2009) and ‘The Infinite Game’ (2019). The Art of Listening Listening

The Sound of Friendship: Cherishing Connections

‘Friendship is a single soul dwelling in two bodies.’ – Aristotle (384–322 BC). He was a renowned Ancient Greek philosopher and polymath. His extensive writings encompass a wide array of subjects including the natural sciences, philosophy, linguistics, economics, politics, psychology, and the arts. By establishing the Peripatetic school of philosophy

The Vision of Love: Seeing Beauty in Relationships

‘To love is to recognize the other as an incredibly unique being, one that millions of people have not had and will never have the opportunity to meet.’ – Argenis Angulo (1983 – Present). Angulo is a communications professional with more than 20 years of experience as leadership facilitator in

Seeing opportunities in everyday life

‘Opportunities lie in the place where the complaints are.’ – Jack Ma (1964 – Present). Also known as 马云 (Mǎ Yún), Ma is a prominent Chinese business figure, investor, and philanthropist. He is one of the founders of Alibaba Group, a large multinational technology conglomerate. Additionally, he played a key

The Power of Senses to Unleash Creativity

‘The intuitive mind is a sacred gift, and the rational mind is a faithful servant.’ – By Albert Einstein (1879 – 1955). He was a German theoretical physicist renowned for his groundbreaking work. He is best remembered for his development of the theory of relativity and significant contributions to quantum

Embracing life’s transformative moments

“Our dilemma is that we hate change and love it at the same time; what we really want is for things to remain the same but get better.“ Sydney J Harris (1917 –1986), an American journalist for the Chicago Daily News and, later, the Chicago Sun-Times. He wrote 11 books