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The Philippine map (lego map style)
Playing with Legos was a core childhood memory that still elicits a smile whenever I think about it. And now that I’m an adult, playing with one isn’t something I do anymore. While exploring how to use QGIS during the pandemic, I thought about making a Lego map style. However, since I still need to learn Read more
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Biosphere collapse, avoidance, and narcissism
When things are going well, it’s kind of challenging to imagine what it’s like to be in a world where everything seems to be falling apart. But with global catastrophic events increasing over time due to climate change, one could wonder what it would be like when systems are on the brink of collapse. Here’s Read more
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Gauging someone’s attitude by their actions
We are identified by the lifestyle we lead. If the things we say do not align with what we do, people will evaluate us by our actions. Why? Because the things we do reflect what fills our hearts. If we’re generous, the words we say align with our actions. The same when we’re stingy, even Read more
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What we know defines our life
What we know defines our life. Therefore, whatever we expose ourselves to (including the songs we listen to) affects how we perceive the things around us. And our perception then shapes the decisions we make and the lifestyle we lead. Read more
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Values and compromise
Our choices are influenced by the values we consider desirable, important, and morally right. As a follower of Jesus, we uphold specific values that we should keep regardless of what environment we find ourselves in. To further illustrate, being in a new land and circle shouldn’t be an excuse to compromise what we value as Read more
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Do you want to live a good life?
Don’t we all desire to live a life that is good? Here’s a very rich text from Psalm 34:11-14 (ESV) which tells us what we should do to see good [טוֹב (tov)] which is also synonymous to welfare, prosperity, and happiness: 11 Come, O children, listen to me;I will teach you the fear of the Lord.12 What man is there who desires lifeand loves many days, that he may see good?13 Keep your tongue from eviland your lips from speaking deceit.14 Read more
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Shortcuts
Shortcuts can be helpful when you aim to optimize a process. Say, finding the shortest route to the office could save you travel time (beneficial). However, you can also use shortcuts in learning, which results in superficial knowledge and incomplete understanding (detrimental). At the same time, when you use shortcuts to move yourself forward at Read more
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