I've come across an interesting Japanese wisdom: during your lifetime, each and everyone of us is assigned a specific amount of food we can eat. And when we reach our number, we die. Recently, I've encountered a similar saying but regarding breath. Everybody has their number of inhales and exhales they take during their life. … Continue reading You are dust, and to dust you shall return
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Finding the small joys
Two days ago, I had an early morning call with Andrew. He mentioned that a person who we both knew, (also had a brain tumour) passed away. When he told me, a single song popped up on my mind. When we finished the video call, I played the tune loud on the radio. As it … Continue reading Finding the small joys
A reason to stop worrying
Just a very brief post today. I have stumbled upon this video by accident but it very well sums up my outlook on life. I have written about my "philosophy" here. But the video uses a few other words and fancy graphic. So do watch and feel free to let me know whether you dis/agree. … Continue reading A reason to stop worrying
Honest opinion on the COVID pandemic
I have been thinking how best to write about my thoughts but it seems the topic is still very divisive and I will never be 100% satisfied with my work. So any comments, I am very happy to hear them. Let me tell you a story. I first heard about Wuhan end of November, 2019. … Continue reading Honest opinion on the COVID pandemic
Things you should say to a brain tumour patient
Due to a popular demand: What tumour do you have and what part of your brain?When were you diagnosed?Where were you diagnosed?What symptoms, side effects do you experience?Did it change your view on religion?What should people talk about more?What can you do?What would be the best way to help you?What has changed?What was the toughest … Continue reading Things you should say to a brain tumour patient
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