Founder Life

Ten Years into My Career - The Entrepreneurship Chapter #I Want to Become a Good Person Like Him

Seven years ago, while still a journalist, I chatted with an entrepreneur who mentioned he was very cautious because a single wrong decision could cost his company 30 million…

A Decade of Career—The Self-Growth Journey

In 2015, fresh out of a master's program, I entered the workforce as a media social media manager earning just over 30,000 a month, living paycheck to paycheck. By 2025, I'm running three companies with revenue exceeding tens of millions. A decade is no small feat—I want to document this journey, dividing it into self-growth and entrepreneurship chapters.

2024 Entrepreneurial Progress & 6-Year Reflection on Online Writing

Looking back over these six years, I've transformed from someone working over twelve hours a day, living paycheck to paycheck and eating in the company cafeteria at month's end on an employee card, to now having my own business, financial breathing room, and control over my life—something I never anticipated. So I've remained in a state of constant gratitude. I actively seize every new collaboration opportunity. Perhaps my life trajectory seems chaotic, and I don't know where the next step will lead, but embracing every challenge and courageously accepting failure may be the only principle on this path.

The High-Level Thinking That Multiplied My Income 10x in 3 Years! 7 Steps to Cultivate It

On 2024/1/20, I participated in the "2nd Career Development Annual Conference." My presentation topic was "From Creation to Entrepreneurship: A One-Person Company Begins with Giving Value to Talent." During the presentation, I shared how I went from a monthly salary of 30,000 to annual income exceeding 1 million in a short time...

Got Your Year-End Bonus! Use ChatGPT to Plan Your Career Change!

Friends who've been thinking about switching jobs are probably already browsing job postings, right!? But if you want to map out a step-by-step plan and move toward your goal, here's how to use ChatGPT to get a plan—you can directly copy the prompt below to create your own career transition plan!

Managing 30+ Clients Solo! Boost Your Productivity with AI: Three Game-Changing Tools Revealed

By Karen I manage my company operations while directly serving clients. Many people ask how I manage my time, and I'd like to share the secret behind it—making extensive use of great tools. Here I introduce three AI tools I use most frequently and how I actually apply them!

Book Review: "Profit with Precision" & "Is It Really That Hard for Companies to Make Money?"

As we move into 2024, I'm continuing to drive forward on company projects, so I've been reading books on business thinking and would like to share some insights. These two books complement each other perfectly. The first, "Is It Really That Hard for Companies to Make Money?"...

Five-Step Method to Enhance Your Self-Worth: Expertise, Brand, Learning, Network, and Diversified Income

In today's society, enhancing self-worth is receiving increasing attention. Developing multiple income streams with compound benefits is an important pathway to increase self-value. Here are 5 steps to share with you…

5 Tips for Rapid Learning and Information Gathering in the AI Era!

One of my Gallup StrengthsFinder talents is learning and collecting information. My previous career as a journalist involved gathering large amounts of information daily and staying on top of new trends and current events. After learning about AI applications this year, there's even more information to keep up with! Many people have messaged me asking how to learn new things across disciplines, get up to speed quickly, and apply them. Here I'll share the learning methods I've compiled from my past experience...

Overcome Your Weaknesses and Build Confidence! From Trembling on Stage and Needing a Script, to Hosting Events for 300 People — What Actions Did I Take?

During my student years, my oral communication skills were terrible — I had to read from a word-for-word script for presentations and would shake so badly I'd have trouble getting off stage. But now, I frequently give presentations and speeches on stage. I can confidently say I don't get nervous and I perform well, and I've even pitched at startup competitions. It took roughly 6-7 years to go from there to here, and it can be broken down into 4 stages.

【Karen the Girl】Five Things You Must Know Early Before Building Your Personal Brand

Reflecting back seven years ago when I started writing articles and blogs to express my workplace feelings—these workplace stories unexpectedly inspired others. Back then, I could publish three thousand-word posts daily after work and loved doing it. Just knowing that people were reading and responding satisfied me. This sense of achievement was what kept me updating consistently in those early days, and after six months, I received my first speaking invitation.

Information Flow Differences Create Stark 'Knowledge Gaps'—Strategies and Actions to Bridge the Divide Begin with 'I'm Willing'

Knowledge Gap means that regardless of socioeconomic status—high or low—everyone's acquired knowledge increases over time. However, people with higher socioeconomic status acquire significantly more knowledge than those with lower socioeconomic status, causing the knowledge gap between these two groups to gradually widen and continuously expand. This is the knowledge gap.

Refuse to Be Told You Have No Ideas! Three Resource Governance and Allocation Laws That Workplace Professionals Can Use to Create Something from Nothing

As a worker aspiring to become a true professional, you must clearly understand what resources you have at your disposal and what authority you can consolidate and command. In the early stages of work…

How to Make Entrepreneurial Decisions? Entrepreneurs Don't Solve Problems Within Constraints—They Change the Constraints Themselves

This morning I listened to Li Nannan's "How to Make Entrepreneurial Decisions" on Dedao, which mentioned that "entrepreneurs don't solve problems under favorable conditions, but rather change the constraints themselves." This corresponds to what Liu Run from Five-Minute Business School said: "Ordinary people change results, excellent people change causes, and top-tier experts change the model." Those who truly influence outcomes are the ones who change the model and transform the constraints.

One Year of Entrepreneurship After Resignation: Deepen Your Pockets First, Then Pursue Your Ideals

If you have a full-time job and are considering starting a business or becoming a solo entrepreneur in the future, but feel stuck on "how to survive," I hope my small experience can be shared with you. Many people rush into a business they "feel" could make money without considering whether they have enough professional knowledge and technical expertise in that field—such as franchising a beverage shop, selling food, or opening a café.

One Year of Full-Time Entrepreneurship Review: Accountability and Contingency Planning — Sustainable Growth Makes Businesses Last, and Being Kind to Yourself Means Doing Only What Matters

A year of focusing on entrepreneurship has brought me more growth than any other period of my life. I've learned to navigate business situations with greater wit, to negotiate and communicate better. I can now better empathize with others facing difficulties and understand what help they need, completing things in ways that benefit both parties. My assessment of tasks is no longer just whether I like them, but whether they're meaningful to do. This is because I treasure the time and money I've earned, letting each action nourish my life and each investment compound in my own growth.

Age 31, Resignation, and Then Entrepreneurship: This Time, I'm Not Going Anywhere | My Sixth Time Leaving Full-Time Work

With everyone's genuine support, I can finally open my heart to the world. I submitted my resignation while crying. It's embarrassing to admit, but after so many years in the working world, I still accidentally shed tears in front of my boss. This time, I managed to hold it in for over thirty minutes. "What do you mean by growth?" my boss asked me. I was momentarily at a loss for words, struggling to articulate it. This is what I wrote in my resignation letter: When I was a feature reporter, I could confidently meet the interviewees I loved, have conversations with them, and exchange experiences. When I was Karen the young woman, I could become life partners with entrepreneurs I admired and people I respected. When I was a cross-disciplinary founder, I carried various responsibilities—to myself, to my team, and to my subscribers. I was so cautious, yet this also revealed an identity conflict.

How to Survive and Get Promoted in a Large Corporation of Thousands: Three Essential Competencies

Surviving in a large corporation is quite pragmatic. Often, no one will explicitly tell you how things work, but everyone already knows. When you make mistakes, it seems you don't understand the organization well enough. If you're an immature professional, you might even blame the company for lacking systems. However, in the workplace, the ability to quickly adapt and learn an organization's culture is a fundamental skill.

Running Two Events Simultaneously in a Single ZOOM Meeting Room Using "Breakout Groups"

Crossoverlearning, a cross-disciplinary knowledge community, held physical book clubs and gatherings before the pandemic. However, with three to four years of remote meeting experience already under our belt, we quickly adapted when the outbreak hit, launching two months of online book clubs and events...

Teachify Course Quickstart is Incredibly Fast! Course Launched Within 1 Hour, 50+ Orders Sold in 3 Hours

I've wanted my own WP website to have a member shopping cart for a long time, but I was worried the system integration wouldn't be smooth enough, so even though I had the feature for a year and a half, I wasn't proactively launching courses. But today I broke through that barrier, and I have to especially thank my account manager Panna for constantly encouraging me, saying things like "You're our first Karen," "You're the first person to activate in one hour!," and "You're the first to have revenue on day one!" I accidentally opened Pandora's box!

This Is Professionalism! While We're Obsessed with Million-Dollar Salaries—Ichiro Suzuki Was Earning 170 Million Taiwan Dollars a Year at 27!

That year, Ichiro Suzuki was 27 years old with a 3-year contract worth $14.08 million USD, equivalent to 3.9 billion Taiwan dollars today. Add the signing bonus of 1.3 billion Taiwan dollars, and the total comes to 5.2 billion Taiwan dollars—equaling 1.7 billion Taiwan dollars annually!! This number is truly unimaginable!! It suddenly struck me that while many people in the workplace pursue million-dollar or ten-million-dollar annual salaries, through one's expertise, talent, and value to society, what the world is willing to pay can exceed what an individual could ever imagine.

Reading Addiction | TSMC Pays Dividends Every Quarter! Small Payouts Every Three Months—I Just Wish I'd Learned Financial Management Earlier!

《The Revelation of Slow-Rising Stock TSMC: Discovering the Characteristics and Deep Investment Value of First-Class Enterprises》, published by Commonwealth Magazine, was written by financial planner Que You-shang, who went to the United States in 1985. In 2003, he first purchased TSMC for the mutual fund he managed. After waiting 18 years, TSMC became his sixteenth 10-bagger stock in his fund management career. In this book, he reveals how TSMC won over Apple's orders.

"With time to think, comes the ability to think" — Why are career gaps and life breaks so important?

Many people struggle to manage the boundaries between working and living at home, and have begun to complain about their lives. I wonder: when people want to clearly separate work, off-work, life, and survival, does it mean some part of their subconscious dislikes being in a prolonged state—even if that state is just 8 to 10 hours a day? Renowned American author Gail Sheehy once pointed out that commuting is actually a ritual that divides daily life in half: one side is work, the other is life, allowing the brain to consciously switch between different states. But why can't work also be a way of living?

Cross-Disciplinary Sign-Up | July Sessions – ◎The Technology of Work and Life ◎Life Leverage

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One Year of Subscription Model Data Revealed! How to Create a Community with 90% Retention and Overcome Platform Limitations to Build Member CRM

After running the project for a year, I want to share the comparison between these two operational models, how we leverage community mechanisms to manage members, and how we overcome the platform's lack of a built-in event registration system to achieve member management and in-person event bookings. Some might think our approach is homegrown, but I want to document this process now before it's forgotten, hoping this article can provide valuable experience for others.

After 30! Can You Still Live on Dreams Alone?

At 30, facing the key person I thought had brought me setbacks, I resolved nearly two years of reluctance within myself. It was a gentle, open-hearted conversation—perhaps only in that moment was I willing to face my own heart. Now, I know I no longer need challenges from others to prove my shortcomings, nor do I need their setbacks to experience the feeling of growth.

Career Change Essential: 518 Xiong Ban — You're No Longer Just a Resource to Be Withdrawn, But a Talented Professional with Distinctive Qualities

In the past, the term "human resources bank" was used for searchability, but times are changing. When you think about it, "human resources" seems like just filling a position, diluting individual characteristics and qualities, while "bank" feels like something that can be withdrawn. In fact, "human resources bank" has actually narrowed down talent in the labor market.

No Management Position by 30? Does That Mean Lifelong Failure? The 5-Step Life Process from "Principles" Breaks Free from Society's Constraints

Friends who have followed me for years often say I've made "tremendous progress" in the past two years. I believe this is closely related to the "Pain + Reflection = Progress" concept mentioned in the book "Principles," and it aligns perfectly with the five-step life process. Acknowledging your own shortcomings, being willing to face problems, designing solutions, and pushing yourself to solve them allows your life to level up—this is an invaluable experience.

2020 Year in Review: Paid Off 600,000 in Debt in One Year — There's No Such Thing as a Free Lunch in Life

A comprehensive 2020 review to take stock of my life and move forward to the next phase Key accomplishments this year: 1. Transformed cross-disciplinary book club into subscription model: increased frequency from once every 8 weeks to 6 times per month 2. Collaborated with Fresh Time Books team to launch "High-Efficiency Writing" online course on Pressplay, with 450 students enrolled 3. Published my first book "Life is Not a Multiple-Choice Question" 4. Invited to speak as opening keynote at Taipei Education Expo 5. Completed 31 cross-disciplinary book club sessions 6. Joined SET News: exclusive coverage of alcohol vending machines, followed CDC, traveled with Chen Shih-chung, reported news, produced documentary series "The Look of Adults"

Slash Income Compound Returns: From 200 Yuan Per Article to 2 Months of Office Worker Salary for 1500 Words—I Did It in 3 Years

Working 12 hours at my job and 6 hours on side projects, sleeping less than 5 hours a day—I lived like this for about a year and a half… Three years later, a single article I write can now earn 2 times an office worker's monthly salary thanks to my accumulated expertise and credibility. How did I do it? In my book *Life Is Not a Multiple Choice Question*, I divided my slash income experience into three major stages: "Gig Economy," "Slash Income," and "Personal Brand." On a personal level, I can break it down into four steps: Startup Phase, Growth Phase, Stability Phase, and Reset Phase.

Personal Book "Life Is Not a Multiple-Choice Question": If the World Wants to Label You, Run Fast Enough So It Can't Catch Up

Even if you're given a title that sounds impressive, it's still given by others. What matters most is how you view yourself, balance your own set of rules in your environment, develop them solidly and steadfastly, and don't let others lead you by the nose—and especially don't just be a good little rule-follower.

From Introvert to Community Founder! The Life-Changing Growth That Community Participation Brought Me

From lacking confidence in myself to believing in myself, and further believing that communities can create more possibilities, then returning to believing that I can do things different from others and even help others grow—transitioning from self-interest to altruism, accompanying and changing each other. At a more advanced level, I help others and become a platform connecting people. Once I started doing this, my mindset shifted from being a project executor to a manager; my perspective changed from focusing only on myself to hoping the entire group moves together in the right direction. However, this "right" looks different to everyone, so in the process, you must use time to filter who stays; constantly communicate and share, so that everyone's pace and rhythm become closer, enabling each person's abilities to shine better and move forward together faster.

Cast Your Net Wide Before Making Decisions—Don't Stay Trapped in Your Own Bathtub

I'm the type of person who executes decisions quickly once I've made them. I don't fear mistakes or regret my choices, because I believe every decision has its necessity. But before making quick decisions, what's essential is to "absorb vast amounts of information." I see this process like casting a fishing net into the ocean—casting and spreading it repeatedly at different depths and different waters. When you pull the net back up, you discover what "unknowns" lie beneath the surface that you've never seen before. And remember: what you've never encountered may simply be someone else's daily reality.

Building a Personal Brand: Is the Focus on the "Person" or the "Brand"? Most People Get It Wrong

When you continue doing something out of passion, initially no one may be willing to pay for what you offer. But because you possess that passion, even without compensation from others, you're willing to invest time to persist. Over time, people will notice your talent and be willing to pay for your abilities, and your income will grow exponentially rather than at a fixed rate. Before it happens, you may not be able to imagine it, but as long as you hold onto your beliefs, time will repay you for what you've invested in the long run.

Freelancers Returning to Employment: Advocating for Your Rights in a Way Others Can Understand

It's not that you can't turn back once you've chosen, but rather, the shift in mindset and understanding. Because you've experienced both mindsets, you'll realize you actually have choices. After returning to the workplace, you'll better understand how to advocate for your rights and pursue what you want in a way that others can understand.

Freelancer's Three Principles for Evaluating Partners: Punctuality, Timely Payment, and Courtesy

When observing a potential partner or vendor, I use several criteria to assess how much effort to invest, or whether to decline collaboration altogether. Honestly, I rationally think I'm too particular about these things and needn't care, but I truly believe in doing solid work and not chasing fame (which explains why my follower count stays stagnant)

人生從來就不是單選題…擁有選擇的權力　才會獲得真正的自由

我對他人所認為「被針對」這件事情，也有很不一樣的認知。最初剛出社會時，我囊括所有的挑三揀四，都是因為出自被討厭，但換位思考以後，很多的挑三揀四，也不過只是誰誰誰，想避免風險，或是那個誰，不想扛責任，或是一些有的沒的；或者別人就是「見不得你好」。

Education: The Rich Win at the Starting Line, Those Without Ability Lose from Their Mindset

I was a student in the first cohort of the nine-year integrated curriculum, called a 'lab rat' from first grade until high school graduation. On my first day of elementary school...

Perhaps Drifting is a Necessity of Life

Perhaps drifting is a necessity of life. In the midst of drifting and uncertainty, you must gain something—understanding that your changes are not a surrender to reality, but a way to honor your still-warm heart.

Social Observation | Taiwan's Out-of-Print 1950s Kaohsiung Bus Found Hidden in Cebu, Philippines? (Part 1)

"If I had the chance, I'd like to ride the Kaohsiung bus one more time, because it holds such wonderful memories for me." Rico, a 39-year-old resident of Cebu City in the Philippines and currently a teacher at a local language school, says that long ago Taiwan donated buses to Cebu. It was incredibly beneficial for them because in the past, jeepneys (the local transportation) weren't widespread, but after the Kaohsiung buses arrived, children could ride to school for free, which saved families money on transportation. Plus, since the buses were so large and children couldn't reach the handrails, they would chase each other and roughhouse on the Kaohsiung bus—a cherished memory from his childhood.

Did You Live Well in 2019? Don't Just Set New Year's Goals—Celebrate Your Own Effort Too!

Today is the last day of 2019, and we're about to welcome 2020. Every year we set new goals, but we always forget to look back and take stock of what we've accomplished...

Building a High-Quality Book-Named Community Movement! Cross-Boundary Book Club – Knowledge Sharer Speech Training

During the growth phase of personal brand development, there are several ways to strengthen yourself, one of which is to "become a platform" that helps others exchange and learn from each other.…

Before Investing in Writing as Self-Investment, Ask Yourself: Do You Really Love Writing Articles? Don't Just Organize Information for Others

When you can't stand out, readers might clap and like your article, but they'll probably forget who the author is afterward. They'll only remember a case or theory mentioned in the piece, not "what you once said."

Smart Payment + Precise Audience! GoShare Electric Scooter Experience Record

Yesterday I had the chance to ride GoShare for the first time, and it happened to coincide with Line Pay's first day of rewards. From Ruiguang Road in Neihu to Xing'ai Road, then to Songshan, it took about 33 minutes and cost 18 yuan. However, since I regularly use Line Pay, I was able to redeem it with points for free—a great experience for me.

We All Live in a World Built on Trampling Others! To Conform to Society's Values… You Must Learn to Abandon Kindness

This society is probably just like this title suggests—evil and uncontrollable. Yet in such an environment, most people still cling to ideals about society, fantasies about their dreams, and grand ambitions for the world. They believe that enduring enough suffering will inevitably lead to success, or that if they work quietly, the company will notice, or if they give silently, the other person will understand their sincerity. So they remain quiet and say nothing. Then when the time comes to seize an opportunity, you're too slow to reach for it, and the chance slips away before your eyes. By the time you regret it and try to grasp the next opportunity tightly, you discover that every opportunity you hold comes from trampling on others—no matter what it is, no matter how big or small, whether you realize it or not. Believe me, it's all achieved by stepping on everything others possess.

The Media could Control How and What WE think

The media should be neutral in every channel, and apply the facts and reliable information to the public. However, the media have their own opinion and cannot express the complete meaning. How do they make it?

5 Essential Skills to Become a Freelance Remote Worker! Upwork Report: US Freelancer GDP Exceeds Construction Industry

US freelance matching platform Upwork and the Freelancer Union jointly released a report on October 3, 2019, indicating that over 57.3 million Americans engage in freelance work, an increase of 4 million since 2014. Among them, Gen Z (born between 1995-2000) accounts for 53% freelancers. The total income of freelancers is nearly 1 trillion dollars, approximately 5% of GDP, exceeding the contribution of the US construction industry.

Is Studying English in the Philippines Really Effective? One Month at Fella1 Sparta Language School in Cebu

Everyone studying at language schools in the Philippines must go through an agency, since Philippine schools have contracts with Taiwanese agencies that offer cheaper prices than direct enrollment. For example, my Japanese classmate wanted to take one more week of classes locally, which cost around 23,000 pesos (approximately 13,800 TWD), but according to the agency's quote I received, one week averages just over 10,000 TWD. So it's definitely more economical to go through an agency. But why is it said that a good agency is like having parents abroad? Let me explain across several stages: registration, before departure, and after arrival.

Age 29 / The Deeper You Know Yourself, the Braver You Can Refuse and Accept Rejection

I've come to deeply understand that throughout life, no matter when or at what stage you are, you will repeatedly encounter the same lessons. I believe these are tests to see if you've grown. Since you've already fallen before in previous years, when you face the same lesson again, will you choose to fall or not? If you choose to suppress your emotions and think rationally, then this mindset has already broken through your past self and evolved to another stage.

Won't Live Past 60... The Philippines Without Healthy Food and Clean Air – How Cruel and Unfair the World Is

（Photo / Real street scene in Cebu） Before coming to the Philippines, I thought Cebu should be a more developed place. After all, when you search "Cebu" online, you get large shopping malls…

Philippine Women's Tragedy: No University Degree… Unmarried but a Baby Machine, Divorce is a Poor Person's Shackle

Unlike Taiwan, getting a divorce in the Philippines is not as simple as signing documents and paying a fee. If you want a divorce there, you still have to pay, but the cost is extremely high. According to online research I reviewed, someone once paid nearly $20,000 USD in legal fees for a divorce case, which is approximately three years of annual household income for an average local family! However, due to poor economic conditions among local people, there is a Philippine saying describing divorce: "Divorce is a poor person's shackle, a rich person's privilege."

Workplace Survival Notes / Don't Just Cry When You Feel Wronged After Growing Up — Silence Is the Most Immature Act That Damages Your Image

Once you've become an adult, at least after graduating from university, the world won't be kind to you. Your silence won't block the magician's knife for you; it will only leave you covered in scars. To survive in society, maintain integrity, attitude, and respect first, then talk about tolerance. If you have no bargaining chips and your eyes are on top of your head, I'm sorry, but no one will respect you, because you haven't even given yourself any dignity—so why should others give you any respect? Who will care about you?

Interest Spiral | Personal Branding Competition Intensifies—When Doubting Yourself, Review Your Unique Value

Over the past two weeks, through the #Interest Spiral course offered by Fresh Time Books, I reflected on my journey with #personal branding. This half year has really seen more and more different types of creators emerging…

Thunder / Hidden Issues in 'Parasite': The Invisible Pressure on Patients with Psychosis and the Distress Signals You've Overlooked

The Korean film 'Parasite' explores how people from lower socioeconomic backgrounds resort to fraud to enter wealthy households and repeatedly assume false identities for survival. Most viewers notice the class issues of "the wealthy are kind" and "money can smooth everything over," but what I see is the subtle yet painful suffering of psychotic patients and how the social environment causes them to "lose control."

Book Foreword | Personal Brand Economics: Be Yourself and You Will Be Your Best Self

Beyond participating in communities, I also began to "build my own community." Through organizing book clubs, I had each member share using a 20X20 designer networking night format, combining insights from books with personal stories. What impressed me most was one member with a reading disability who, determined to share well, read a book cover-to-cover for the first time in their life. I realized that by positioning myself as a "bridge," I could transform individual connections into a network, creating opportunities for meaningful exchange and mutual value creation.

From Inner Strength to Practical Implementation! Nine Must-Read Books for Building Your Personal Brand

I'm someone who lacks stability—I switched companies five times in 3.5 years. Here I'm recommending a personal reading list with three books each on the psychological, ideological, and practical levels. The key is to clarify what you love and what you're good at from confusion. If these ultimately create value for society, you achieve sustainable development. This is what I call personal brand management.

Courage × Boldness × Achievement Reflections on Journalists' Cross-Field Survival Values Under Media Labor

Taiwan's media environment has not provided a mentally and physically balanced and healthy workplace (such as a certain red media that removed 30 years of Tiananmen Square coverage from its archives). Watching my colleagues and friends, these past few days they've had to be at strike sites at 4 or 5 in the morning, quietly taking photos with strike banners, yet they still remain at their posts. I truly feel that media is the industry that needs strikes, but in reality, there are many limitations to actually achieving this.

Politeness Needs Boundaries! Otherwise Your Courtesy Will Only Give Others Permission to Walk All Over You

Often, it's because we haven't made our boundaries clear to others. We tend to always put other people's needs first. There's nothing wrong with politeness, but it needs boundaries. Don't let people think you have none, or they'll trample all over you.

Keyboard Work in the Post-Ivory Tower Era: Digital Myths of the Online World

The internet allows each of us to pursue information about "myths" in our own way and at our chosen pace, sharpening our tools for seeking truth alone. Yet no one can guarantee that all this information is true. Even as the internet genuinely helps us and makes life better, or rather, **allows us to create the appearance of living well.**

Our Lives Are 'Iterative Products' – Every Small Choice Shapes Who We Become

"Our own lives are also products of iteration." Starting from the best foundation, through continuous iteration action by action and small choices one at a time, you create your life.

About Resignation: A Job's Nature Determines Your Lifestyle

A job's nature determines your lifestyle. During my two years as a TV reporter, I rarely attended lectures or courses to improve myself. I love learning, but often when I signed up, my off-work hours got delayed, or I was too exhausted to attend events, which made me feel very hollow.

"Why didn't you roll up your sleeves while washing your hands!" An out-of-control teacher slaps an elementary school student—how a single moment led her to fear offending people twenty years later

In the past, we sometimes needed to use test papers during class, but the teacher always kept them and only gave one sheet per student. Because I loved drawing, I bought my own booklet. When the teacher was about to distribute papers one day, I excitedly pulled mine out and placed it on my desk, expecting praise. Instead, she slapped me first…

Wake Up! Choosing Your University: Your First Major Life Decision With Lifelong Consequences

After the Mandarin Proficiency Test, my score was slightly above the national median. Honestly, it wasn't so bad that I couldn't afford university, but I was terrible at taking exams. Back then, the National Higher Education Entrance Exam had a penalty system where if you got one question right and another wrong, you could score zero—don't think it's impossible because I actually scored zero on a mock exam, which created lasting fear and trauma for me. After my test results came out, I never considered taking the National Exam again, and I absolutely refused to attend any school below Fu Jen University. So with two subjects at the median level, two at the high level, and one at the low level, I applied to Fu Jen's Department of Mass Communication through the recommendation system. Actually, they only required the minimum threshold.

Lecture Insights / Bullet Journal Founder Ryder Carroll: Nothing Lasts Forever, But You Always Have a Chance to Start Over

Ryder mentioned that he created the bullet journal because he felt there were many things in his life he needed to think through clearly, so he recorded them by hand. I believe the core of this concept lies in "how well you know yourself," which then determines how you choose the most suitable recording method. Ryder analogizes philosophy to drinking water, illustrating how to practice philosophy in everyday life.

Quick-Write Your "Thousand-Character Pieces"! Master Five Key Techniques: Imagery, Numbers, Plain Language...

I'm frequently asked how to write articles. Over the past year, I've produced 180 pieces—roughly 15 per month, each averaging around a thousand words. Having worked in media for nearly four years, I've refined close to five thousand articles in the industry. Through consistent output and perspective-sharing, I've gained opportunities to give talks and publish books. In this piece, I've distilled three key points to help friends who want to start writing online or build a writing-based side hustle find their focus and create engaging, compelling articles.

Poor With Nothing But Dreams! When Companies "Hold Dreams as Bargaining Chips" and Trample Employee Value at Low Wages — Do You Accept It?

Have you noticed that many industries require "passion" to persist, and even list "having passion" in job postings? But think about it—why is only "passion" acceptable, and nothing else? Because when you take inventory of these jobs, they're literally **"poor with nothing but ideals"**

"Reading" is the Lowest-Cost Method That Can "Rapidly Transform Your Life"

A reader once asked me about career questions, and the questions were quite broad—things like "What do I do about finding a job right after graduating?" Just as I was thinking about how to answer, they added...

Perseverance is Your Lifetime Asset! You Need Real Strength to Have "Equal Social Interactions"

Socializing requires evenly matched strength. Only when you become strong enough can you have meaningful conversations with accomplished people. When both parties share similar ideas, the exchange becomes mutually beneficial rather than one-sided giving.

Don't Divide Your Life by the Hour! Time Management Secrets: Ultimate Self-Discipline to Master Your Life, Efficiency, and Emotions

This article originated from a close friend asking me about time management. I replied with 941 words in 15 minutes, which became this article. I've corrected the wording and am sharing it with you...

Just a Meeting? Book 6 Restaurants for Your Boss to Choose From, Then Cancel Them One by One! Exposing the "Pathological Professionalism" of Top-Tier PR

When your boss asks you to find a restaurant where both parties can have a place with "good atmosphere, quiet, suitable for meetings," what would you do? A regular person would do it like this: 1. Google randomly online...

Your Dreams Must Be Trampled to Build True Strength

"Your life should revolve around the company," a few years ago, my department manager called me in for a meeting and told me this sternly, word for word. I admit, that fresh graduate me...

The Science Behind “Bong Nearby”: Location Services & Proximity Marketing

The phrase “Bong Nearby” represents a fasci…

Life Multiplication Math! Clearing Out Friends Who Subtract Value & Cultivating "Comfortable" & "Sustainable" Trust Partners

It wasn't until last year that I understood—my reluctance to interact with people stemmed from having too narrow a mindset and a limited circle, which constantly restricted my abilities and confidence. So I decided to start clearing out friendships and holding tight to those friends who multiply my life, giving them my full investment and becoming a capable Giver.

Convincing Yourself to Stay in "The Worst State" — Three Stages of Life's Low Points: Avoidance, Exploration, and Self-Expression

I fell in love with writing because it's a time when I can only have a dialogue with myself, and through the process of deleting and savoring words, I can clarify how much I've grown and distinguish the differences between yesterday and today. So I fell in love with writing. Everyone has a different way of exploring themselves. If you don't know where to start, why not begin by keeping a diary, or taking photos and writing short pieces, recording who you are at this very moment, and how you're refining yourself into the person you'll love in the future.

Tired of Special Effects? Overblown Spectacle? Ip Man Prequel: Zhang Tianzheng is Unexpectedly Better Than Aquaman!

Zhang Tianzheng is different. In every martial arts scene, every punch lands squarely, and getting hit is inevitable. On Hong Kong street signs high above, standing firm, jumping or climbing to escape, sometimes teetering on the edge, sometimes using force against force—these all keep the audience holding their breath, hearts rising and falling with the character's circumstances. After winning, finally you can breathe again. No excess soundtrack or special effects needed. The sound of a fist hitting flesh, the clang of blade against blade, is already enough to fill emotions to the brim and release them all at once.

Lost… Taiwan's Heavy Reliance on Contract Manufacturing, FTA Coverage Only 10% — South Korea Surges Past $30,000 Per Capita

South Korean President Moon Jae-in announced on the 7th that South Korea's per capita income has exceeded $30,000 USD. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) estimates South Korea's per capita income will continue climbing this year, surpassing $32,000 USD, making South Korea the 7th country globally to join the "30-50 Club" — a nation with a population of 50 million and per capita income of $30,000 USD, simultaneously reaching the threshold of a "developed" country.

Social Observation: Wholesale Shopping at Dongdaemun! Merchants Can Tell Tourists from Wholesale Buyers in Just 10 Seconds

Karen observed on-site that some buyers need translation, which is actually safer because it's like having a complete guide taking you through all of Dongdaemun with real-time translation, understanding all the nuances and tricks without having to dig through every shop yourself. Plus, with a "local guide," shop owners are more willing to offer wholesale prices. Other buyers have been here many times and are familiar with shop owners and customs brokers, so the brokers wait outside for instructions to pick up merchandise from the shops. This way, buyers don't have to do the physical labor of carrying goods themselves.

Entrepreneurship Failure Class! Lesson 4: Are You Actually Interested in Starting a Business, or Just Following the Trend?

For example, Appworks' Jamie, Meitu's General Manager, DCard's Kytu, NTU Professor Guo Tingkui, and blockchain's Minson—through actual interactions with these friends during the process of writing this series, I gained considerable insights. Leaders and entrepreneurs fundamentally don't start with the goal of making money; instead, they want to "help others become better." Starting a business is about having a passion to help others For instance, Appworks doesn't invest large sums directly into startup teams, but rather provides mentoring resources. Jamie put it this way: "We build an ecosystem, not to make money." As a result, Appworks' latest numbers are truly remarkable. After seven years of effort, their alumni ecosystem includes 328 active startups with 925 entrepreneurs combined, having accumulated $806 million in fundraising with a total valuation exceeding $3.6 billion.

Startup Failure School! Lesson Three: Thinking You're Invincible with a "Complete Team"

Do you know why having a good team still leads to failure? Because you don't actually understand what entrepreneurship is. Entrepreneurship means expanding your team when you lack manpower, not setting up a predetermined team structure to expand your territory from day one.

Let Go of the Guilt! Jealousy Exists to Remind You "Don't Settle for Where You Are"

After growing up, I realized that clarifying the origin of jealousy allows you to dissolve the imbalance and examine what resources you have. Then you can think further about how to allocate them, how to strengthen yourself, how to achieve your goals, and put your heart toward your target—to become the person others envy.

Navigating News Scenes: Interviewing and Being Interviewed, Seeking a Journalist's Worth

Has the status of journalists declined? Journalism used to be a prestigious profession, but in recent years it has been reduced to what trolls call the "profession of prostitution." Having been in this field for eight years, I deeply understand this sentiment...

Entrepreneurship Failure 101! Lesson 2: No In-Depth Market Research — Just Charging Ahead on "Feeling"

Entrepreneurship requires passion, but it absolutely cannot be impulsive. At the time, I chose to do Korean beauty and clothing reselling because I "felt" that Taiwanese girls all liked wearing Korean clothes, …

Entrepreneurship Failure 101! Lesson One: An "Initial Heart" That's Too Simple Isn't Easy to Sustain

Jack Ma, whom I admire, once said "There are countless factors for success, but the reasons for failure are all similar. If we combine the experiences of all failed entrepreneurs and seriously study these mistakes, I hope everyone spends more time understanding why we fail." Failure is the greatest wealth in our lives—it represents that you once had an idea and executed it, rather than merely fantasizing. Through time and effort in building something, you discover what suits you and what doesn't. Even if you ultimately fail, the results are entirely your own.

Drop Your T-Shirt and Shorts! Casual Workplace Wear May Come Across as 'Unprofessional'

For executives, managers, or business development staff who meet with clients regularly, appearance matters significantly. As a journalist, I frequently attend important events like ministerial transitions, product launches, and parliamentary sessions. I always wear a dress shirt with a skirt or trousers, heeled shoes, and a blazer. Even in 38-degree heat, I wear long-sleeved jackets because journalists must project professionalism and substance. Good grooming sends the message that 'you take this job seriously' and 'you value your professional identity.'

"Taiwan's Universities Don't Cultivate Self-Development Skills" — A Jianguo High School Student Going West Reveals Why Taiwanese Students Flock to Hong Kong and Mainland

Lin Yuzhé, who was admitted to Hong Kong City University of Science and Technology this year and graduated from Jianguo High School with a full scholarship, had already done research on his future path and attended university expos in sophomore year, with clear goals in mind.

Work Addict Success Secret: Treat Your Career as an Outlet and You Won't Feel Exhausted

I define myself as a workaholic because once I plan something or am given a plan, I never miss deadlines and keep up with progress—even doing extra when I can. Through my multi-career life, I've learned to understand my own personality and abilities, to pace myself accordingly, rather than demanding perfection in everything. But once I commit, I follow through. So when students ask if I'm tired, I've never really thought about it—because being a TV reporter is my dream and I'm living it. Running my fan page after work, having a second identity, is my leisure and hobby, and it creates additional income opportunities. As long as you find something you love and keep pushing forward, you can reach that state of treating work as your outlet for expression.

Only Effort for "People Who Care About You"! Distance Yourself from Fake People and Live Better

People who truly understand you won't easily misunderstand you. People who truly understand you will first ask about your thoughts and what happened, and even if they end up criticizing you, it's their objective choice. Therefore, we really have no need to care about those "fake" people—they're simply trying to use you to get more information. Instead, we should spend our time on "people worth caring about."

Treating National Taiwan University as a Backup Plan! Taipei First High School Students Study Abroad in Hong Kong, Pointing Out Deficiencies in Taiwan's Higher Education: 'No Cultivation of Self-Development Ability'

120 graduating students from Taipei First High School will study abroad. Among them, 13 are attending University of Hong Kong, 15 Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, and as many as 23 City University of Hong Kong. Including mainland China cities like Beijing and Shanghai, a total of 77 students account for 64% of all students studying abroad. Even Taipei First Girls' High School and Affiliated High School have similar situations. Taipei First Girls' High School has a total of 27 students attending universities in Hong Kong and mainland China, accounting for 48%, while Affiliated High School has 24 students going to Hong Kong and mainland, accounting for 55%. Moreover, these numbers were zero just two years ago. What exactly is the reason?

Why Do You Work So Hard? It's for the "Right to Choose"

When we're in a slump, it's easy to feel like the world is against us—no matter how hard we try, no one understands, and our efforts don't bring proportional returns. It's a negative emotion we easily spiral into, trapping ourselves and hindering progress. But we must shift our perspective: "Your efforts now are for a bountiful harvest later." Don't forget why you started working so hard!

Employees Are People, Not Machines! Absurd Boss Asks Subordinates to Explain "the Logic Behind Your Growth Rate Calculation"

My friend has been complaining these days that a new manager arrived at the department—a "big data fanatic" who evaluates employee performance and achievements through numbers and reports. While this approach is certainly helpful for quantifiable things like revenue and reports, applying it to people is truly ridiculous. "What is the logic behind calculating your own growth rate?" This is the interview question this new manager asked them to prepare. And the preparation materials were requested just before dawn the day before—not only was there insufficient time to prepare, but the wording itself was incomprehensible at first glance.

There's No Need to Dull Your Edge for the World's Judgment — The Greatest Encouragement in Your Darkest Hour

The moment I heard this sentence, tears streamed down my face. Unable to hold back any longer, I broke down in my professor's office. About three years ago, while writing my thesis, I discovered that a small paper and survey I had presented at a Fudan University symposium in Shanghai had been plagiarized. After reporting it to the Ministry of Education and enduring six months of back-and-forth communication, I received an insincere apology letter. "Thank you for spending so much time and being so thoughtful about my paper."

Turn Around and Become Stronger! Some Past Experiences Are Like Scabs — No Matter How Much You Pick, They Won't Bleed

A good mentor once told me, "Some past experiences are like scabs — no matter how much you pick, they won't bleed." I no longer dwell on this matter much, because while I continuously push myself forward, the other person remains stagnant following others. While I try to change and force myself to grow, they're still chasing petty gains. Looking back, those moments I thought were wounds have become a kind of 'reassembly' for me — letting conflicts and impacts break me down and piece me back together, creating space for me to grow and change.

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Accumulated Breaks vs. Continuous Accumulation: How to Choose? The Former Is 'Well-Rounded,' The Latter Is 'Well-Planned'

What I call accumulated breaks is when you try to enrich your resume, but activities A, B, C, and D, when viewed individually, seem diverse—like participating in business competitions, news reporting competitions, video competitions, and so on. However, these competitions have no connection to each other; they span different fields and serve different purposes, making it impossible to consolidate them into a single professional domain where you can establish a reputation. After participating, it ends there with no continuity.

"Just Fix It If It's Not Done Well!" An Offhand Remark That Awakened Me From My Predicament

"People in the past fixed things when they broke; modern people just buy new ones," so have our values been flawed from the start? We believe we must do things perfectly the first time to prove our capability and competence. When faced with setbacks, we easily give up; when encountering changes, we think we're not capable. But things aren't as difficult as we imagine—we're just limited by our own imagination. When we bravely break free from these constraints, we can move forward, and even a small step is progress.

"Don't Give People a Handle to Use Against You" — No Matter How It's Phrased, Seniors Always Repeat This Advice

"Don't Give People a Handle to Use Against You" — No Matter How It's Phrased, Seniors Always Repeat This Advice

"This is the Worst Crowdfunding I've Ever Seen" — Don't Give Up When Facing Crisis, Adjust Direction and Keep Pushing

A commenter bluntly said "this is the worst crowdfunding I've ever seen." I was shocked when I first read it, since I was genuinely afraid of being criticized, and I felt I had put so much thought into designing this course. I didn't understand what they meant by "worst," but after reading more carefully, I saw their real concerns: "Testimonials aren't placed at the front; testimonials are only used when momentum isn't strong enough" and "You've already given an answer to your problem, so why take the course?" This commenter pointed out the problems with my crowdfunding video very sincerely.

From 'Wanting' to Be a Writer to 'Becoming' One Is a Long Road — But No One Said Great Dreams Have to Happen All at Once

My first job after graduation was a complete training ground for speed. While I didn't need to be too particular about word choice and content, the output was seven news articles during eight working hours — almost one per hour. From finding topics to drafting and finalizing, everything had to be done quickly. In my current position, I piece together logical, structured, and substantive articles within 20 minutes. This has trained me to write pieces that touch hearts without needing much thought or deliberation, though my writing may not be particularly elegant. At least I can enter others' minds. This all comes from past experiences. Recently, I was fortunate enough to be invited to become a 'columnist,' quietly fulfilling a long-held dream. Two years ago, I also completed my dream of publishing a book as an author. This entire period of cultivation spans from elementary school to society — almost 15 years.

For Those Who Want to Quit Every Day: Stop Obsessing Over Money, Start Making Yourself Valuable

Job-hopping leaves you broke for half a year; changing careers leaves you broke for three years. This is for everyone who talks about quitting daily, thinks about quitting, or periodically talks about and thinks about quitting! 1. Don't lightly leave your team, or you'll have to start from zero. 2. Don't give up just because things aren't going smoothly; every team has problems and every team has strengths. 3. Having the right manager is crucial. Treasure leaders who are willing to teach you and let you take action.

「我們規模這麼小，值得你提筆嗎？」 價值從來不是比大小 而是存在的意義

「要偉大，就要瘋狂，正常只會讓你進入平庸人生」這是NBA籃網球星林書豪在政大畢業典禮的致詞，很多人都想當獨特的自己，包含還青澀時的我，就在臉書狀態以悔恨的心情打下「不甘於平凡」，是好朋友一句都不用問，能明白我的心情，是那種身邊的人不用多努力，就有相同的成就，或者你已經夠努力，卻還是換來失敗與不甘，不甘於平凡，不甘於平庸，不甘於屈服，不甘於已經夠努力，卻只能當平凡的自己。

Two Grueling Years… From FZU Night School to National Chung Cheng University Graduate Program, All Because of "Persistence"

From being a private night school student, overcoming every setback, and entering National Chung Cheng University's graduate program—from struggling to keep up on the first day of classes to eventually becoming a teaching assistant—it was all because of the word "persistence." I didn't want to let down the version of myself who worked so hard back then. I didn't want to be easily dismissed by those who once looked down on me. And because I persisted, I broke free from the stereotype of being a private night school student, and that's how I made it to where I am today. I want to say: no matter how painful, confused, anxious, or desperate you feel right now, if you still want to see something through, you must hold on and not give up halfway. You only live once. You'll regret it if you don't try, so be brave and do it.

Freshmen Most Worried About "Not Knowing How to Build Good Relationships with Colleagues"! 3 Tips: Courageously Step Out of Your Comfort Zone

"What problems worry people most in the workplace and what do they fear most?" There were 14 options in total, covering different aspects including getting along with colleagues, dealing with supervisors, salary and promotion, and more. The top three in order are "Don't know how to build good relationships with colleagues," "Colleagues are too insincere," and "Supervisors are hard to communicate with." Notably, fifth place is "Afraid of being backstabbed by colleagues," and these popular options all revolve around "getting along with colleagues." Additionally, the Taiwan Employment Service under the Ministry of Labor conducted an "anxiety survey" last year targeting fresh graduates entering the workplace. They discovered that the top anxiety freshmen face during job searching or when joining a company is "You don't know how to do this?" at 42.12%—nearly half—which shows that how colleagues perceive your workplace performance is very important.

13-Year Veteran Loves Gatekeeping! Newcomer Can't Get Answers: "I Figured Everything Out Myself Back Then"

Everyone has different attitudes toward newcomers, and I don't think we can blame them for not teaching. But I think you can take the initiative to show goodwill first—you can express your attitude through asking questions. For example, ask how they do something so well, then observe them carefully since there's just the two of you at the company. If they won't take the initiative and you want to learn, then you start. In the workplace, it's either adapt or it's a good fit, otherwise take action to change things. Give yourself a small daily goal—like talking to them one more sentence or asking one more question each day, then gradually increase. If you've made a lot of effort and it still doesn't work, then you just have to decide if you want to stay.

Thinking of Going Abroad to Work "Figure It Out Later"? A Taiwanese Working in Singapore Warns You Not to Be Naive: Nobody Waits for You to Adjust at Work, and There's No Such Thing as Suddenly Getting Easier

"Don't think that going abroad will make things easier—it's still just work! There's no such thing as suddenly becoming easier," my senior shared candidly. As I watched her bravely pursue work in Singapore and wondered if I might have similar opportunities there, instead of the usual motivational advice to "just go for it," she directly revealed the harsh reality of working abroad.

Going Abroad Is Like Mario Jumping Into a Warp Pipe! After Collecting Coins, You Return to the Game to Face More Challenges — Except We're Playing Life, and There Are No Retries

Over these four years, I've always felt that my time in South Korea was my freest, richest, and most abundant period so far. Whenever I think back on those days, my eyes still well up. For a while, I kept wondering whether I loved South Korea or loved this kind of freedom. Eventually, I came to understand that what I loved wasn't South Korea itself — what I loved was challenging my own limits, freely planning my own schedule, and those days when no one could stop me from doing what I wanted. I temporarily set aside all my worries, freely spent time with myself, lived freely, and didn't have to care about others' opinions.

Never Worked Before Entering the Workplace? Be Careful Your 'Naivety' Gets Labeled as 'Inefficiency'

Fresh graduates with zero work experience often don't know whether they should help proactively or how to help, leading managers and colleagues to perceive them as slow, unhelpful, and lacking value. As a newcomer, we should be curious and take initiative, but stay within bounds. Show your proactive side so others are willing to teach you. If you only 'follow your own thinking' or 'naively complete assigned tasks' without helping out when the team needs support, you're the one who suffers.

Smart Yet Abandoning Kindness! Only Thinking of Climbing Over Others—Beware of Falling Hard

Using the "lemon market" theory of information asymmetry, I'll use talent as an analogy for goods. In the market, sellers possess more information about product quality than buyers do. Therefore, in extreme cases, the market (enterprise) will stagnate or even regress—this is the adverse selection effect in information economics. Under such effects, good products are often eliminated, while inferior goods gradually dominate the market and replace quality products, resulting in a market full of inferior goods. In other words, the more people of this type in a company, the lower the company's quality becomes and the more it tends toward inferiority. When truly dedicated people go unnoticed, it can easily lead to the company's self-destruction or high turnover rates, with employees voicing complaints constantly.

The Slash Career Era / Key to Building Core Competitiveness: Stand Out with "Differentiation" and Welcome Headhunting Opportunities

From an economic perspective, a product's core competitiveness is formed by highlighting its differences from competitors. In terms of cost competition, consumer perception is a form of "perceptual monopoly." This "perceptual monopoly" exists because human cognitive and memory capacity is limited. For any given product category, a single consumer can only remember a limited number of brands over time—and these brands are not necessarily those with the highest exposure or largest advertising budgets, but rather the most differentiated ones.

Do Civil Service Regulations Override University Law? The Ministry of Education's "Legal Administration" is Inconsistent

The NTU presidency selection should never have been defined as "removing Kuan" or "supporting Kuan." The more the Ministry of Education tries to stand on legal grounds, the more unlawful and unreasonable it becomes. By applying legal provisions to imaginary conclusions, the contradictions are glaring. Even someone like me who doesn't understand law can spot numerous inconsistencies in the official documents. I believe this controversy will eventually receive a fair response.

Opportunities Often Disguise Themselves as Problems! Job Title Is Given by Your Company—But Competence Is Something You Earn

Why say that competence is something you earn? Because job titles are given by your employer, yet they often rely on luck, not just ability. Sometimes, simply joining the company early means everyone perceives you as experienced, and with no other candidates, you get promoted—even if your actual competence isn't as strong. Conversely, if you possess real ability, are willing to learn and improve, and listen to others' perspectives while thinking holistically, you can earn people's trust and respect, even with limited seniority.

High Hours and Low Pay: Where Ideals Are Buried on the Battlefield, and Dreams Are Crawled Away From

Of course, from an outsider's perspective, we might think the company's approach is "normal," but I believe "stress resilience" means facing enormous pressure and finding ways to maintain physical and mental balance, to grow from it—that's the real meaning of resilience. If long hours, low pay, or a supervisor deliberately making things difficult means having to tough it out, only to get a raise of 3,000 after two or three years, what's the point?

Have Boundaries in Life! Saying No Is Not Heartless — It's Being Brave and Standing Up for Yourself

We've all encountered situations in life where it's hard to refuse others out of obligation. Of course, at first we don't mind helping with small favors, but over time it can spiral into becoming our own responsibility, making it seem impossible to say no. Or perhaps in the workplace, you might meet a colleague who's very enthusiastic, and regardless of gender, they might shower you with attention — mentioning a small item one day and having them appear with it the next, or receiving messages during your time off sharing things they think are interesting. These gestures might go beyond normal coworker courtesy.

Disappointment and Helplessness in a Job: Your Life May Stall Because of It

Have you ever felt that helpless sensation of "not being able to do well the things you can do, and not being able to do the things you want to do"? When I started feeling this way, it was about two or three years ago. Back then, I often looked at the people around me—they all had their own goals to strive for, seemed happy, and knew exactly what they wanted. But looking at myself, I felt unhappy every single day, and no matter what I did, I felt despised, filled with a sense of world-weariness.

To Those Who Betrayed Us: Thank You for That Slap in the Face—Now I Know What "the Real World" Means

Betrayer, remember this: when you turn around and trade secrets for workplace friendships, you actually have no friends at all. Because almost everyone will eventually see through your tricks. And we thank you for this grand betrayal—it cost us countless sleepless nights of tears, but it also made us stronger through the pain and helped us recognize the truth: this is the real world, and only you can rely on yourself.

Always Keep Your Heart True! But Don't Forget to "Protect Yourself Well"

Many things aren't because we're wrong, we don't have to submit to tyranny, we don't have to swallow our anger, we don't have to go along with mistakes. Instead, we need to find the right people who can help you and uphold justice—not silently let your wounds heal on their own, leaving permanent scars. Even if they fade, they still exist.

When You're Lost, Remember: Life Has No Standard Answer — Your Choice Is The Answer

Life has no standard answer — your choice is the answer. Recently, a friend was discussing with me how to make choices about the future. From others' perspectives, we might feel sorry for them, having persisted in something for so long only to give it up halfway. Some support it, some oppose it, some ask them to weigh their options. But life has never been a straight path — there are many unexpected events that interweave into our lives. Sometimes, these things become far more important than what we once wanted.

Talent Isn't Innate—Deliberate Practice Often Requires Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone

When we step out of our comfort zone and enter a period of change, feelings of unease and uncertainty often accompany us. But at such moments, we must recognize that "we are growing," and that's a good thing!

The Truth Behind Taiwan's Booming Startup Culture: Young People Are Pessimistic About the Workplace and Lack Confidence

The more people desire to start a business, the more dissatisfied they are with the current economy. Taiwan's sluggish economy, combined with years of low wages and long working hours, means that young people under 35 entering the workforce just as Taiwan enters a period of wage stagnation have lost hope in the job market and thus "treat entrepreneurship as a shelter from the storm." Regardless of success rates and sustainability, or whether young entrepreneurs rush in without properly assessing risks, if you hold such a mindset and fail to showcase your talents, wouldn't that be a waste?

When You Change Companies, Your Mindset Must Change Too! A Thorough Transformation When Switching Companies (Part 2)

Switching companies is far more complex than simply changing positions with increased information access and authority. I first experienced the stark difference of changing companies when I moved from my first company to my second. The industry, position, work content, and organizational culture were completely different, and within the first week I felt the full impact, deeply understanding that I could no longer operate the way I had before.

Online News in Deafening Silence! Media Companies Where You Only Hear Keyboards Rapidly Clicking Back and Forth to 'Create' Articles

I worked at an online media outlet for about a year. Articles pushed to the official fan page were hot and popular, with interactions between netizens and editors seeming fun and enthusiastic, leading many to believe working in online news media was quite enjoyable—eating well, chatting, hanging out in groups with colleagues. But in reality, the true environment behind the scenes was filled only with the cold, heartless sound of keyboard clicks.

Change Your Position, Change Your Mindset! Switching Companies Means Even More Transformation (Part 1)

When you change positions, you have to change your mindset too. After all, your identity is different—the situations you face and the risks you bear increase accordingly. If you continue working the same way as before, not only will you fail to grow, but the organization could face problems too. And switching companies? That means changing even more things…

Salary Below Expectations? Create Your Own Path! Full-Time + Side Hustle Income Sharing 28K → 50K

Earning 26,000 or 36,000 yuan per month—if the former is work you love and the latter isn't, by choosing the latter, aren't you essentially telling yourself that your ideals or interests are only worth 120,000 yuan a year? I was deeply influenced by this perspective and made that crazy decision. Honestly, if I had to choose again now, I'm not sure I could make the same call.

Looking for a Good Job? Five Steps to Actually Assess Yourself (5) Re-evaluating Yourself Using the "4 Quadrants"

In the previous posts, we examined a job from the perspectives of "company health," "whether working conditions suit you," "learning from others' interview and work experiences," "breaking down interview SOPs to understand company culture"…

Looking for a Good Job? Five-Step Practical Evaluation (4) Decoding Interview SOP to Reveal Company Culture

Interviews and hiring follow a standard operating procedure (SOP), so the most practical way to evaluate whether a company is good and what its culture is like is to thoroughly examine the entire interview process. This will tell you whether the company is "rigorous," "relaxed," or "rigorously relaxed" (or disorganized). During the interview, you won't be your true self, and the manager won't be theirs either. To make the right choice, observation is important, but the key is whether you feel comfortable enough to let your guard down.

Hard to Find a Good Job? Five Steps to Actually Evaluate (3) Referencing Others' Interview + Work Experiences Is Essential

I've always used a simple method: searching on GOOGLE for "company + interview experience," "job opening + interview experience," "industry + interview experience," or changing the keyword to work experience, cross-comparing these results to find lots of information. On PTT and major forums, netizens organize their entire interview experiences, allowing you to initially understand the interview process and internal company situation. Of course, you can also ask the original poster directly, interact with them, and learn from seniors' experiences—that's what's most important.

Hard to Find a Good Job? Five Steps to Actually Review (2) Examine Job Listings Carefully So Your Resume Doesn't Disappear Into the Void

Job hunting is a process, not finding a job is just a state, not "if you can't find a job, it means you're useless"

Looking for a Good Job? Five Steps to Practically Assess (1) Company Health

When job hunting, beyond self-reflection, there are practical assessment methods. Here are five steps: The first step is the simplest—understand the company itself. Don't naively think that because a friend worked there, the company is well-known, or your friend had a smooth experience, you can just try it too. And don't apply for a job just because you "want to" without first researching whether the company, industry, and your own needs align. After all, one-sided assumptions are very dangerous.

Breaking Free from Your Boss's Chain: Understanding That Only People Who Need Management Actually Need to Be Managed

I was determined to earn my boss's approval, but the harder I tried, the more counterproductive it became. This isn't to say we don't need to improve—seeking progress is a good thing. But how do we "break free from the boss's chain" and properly leverage our strengths in a place of freedom? The key lies in this concept: "Only people who need management actually need to be managed." What does this tongue-twister really mean?

The Art of Resignation: After You Speak Up, the Real Struggle Begins (Part 2)

Once you've opened your mouth about resigning, you really shouldn't change your mind and stay just because of the department, position, or salary. Never bring up resignation just to negotiate a raise. Once you've resigned, truly let it go. Resigning gracefully isn't about speaking up—it's about handling everything carefully so you don't damage your reputation!

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A factory originally specialized in manufacturing and developing milk and probiotic products. The products they manufacture don't require secondary processing of raw materials, and they even do contract manufacturing for pharmaceutical companies, so the source and safety of raw materials are far more reassuring than other manufacturers. Plus, all ingredients are publicly disclosed online. (Ingredient list: http://tensall.com/big5/material.php) Most importantly, this Yonotsugio facial cleanser contains no flavorings or fragrances—just pure probiotics and yogurt components, as if you're washing your face with milk.

The Art of Resignation: After You Speak Up, The Real Challenge Begins (Part 1)

At first, my approach to resignation was naive. I thought that as long as I had a valid reason, stood firm, and made sure everything was handed over properly, it would all be fine. Even if tempted by incentives or inducements, I believed I could stay unaffected and everything would go smoothly! But I was far too naive. My friend kept telling me "after you speak up, that's when it really begins," and she was absolutely right!

First Job Insights (Part 2-5): Cultivating a Mature Work Attitude: Learning to Express Your Own Position

Learning to express your own position is a mature work attitude. But this doesn't mean you have to stand out or take credit from others. Rather, it's about holding your own judgment and perspective on matters, expressing them fully, and even if the other person opposes you and counters, as long as it's not deliberate nitpicking, it's actually a form of "communication" and "discussion." Both parties are simply trying to convince each other or understand the full picture. Or, as a newcomer, when you spot problems, ask more questions instead of staying silent, avoiding difficulties, or assuming people will dislike you for speaking up.

Key Insights from Your First Job (Part 2-4): You're Not Omnipotent, Don't Take Everything On

Just reading the title, doesn't it strike a chord? Feeling exhausted and busy for so long, yet no one offers to help? And why are there so many things to do? Why, after doing so much, do people still criticize and comment on your work? Truthfully, "you're not omnipotent, don't take everything on"—knowing when to decline appropriately is important, but understanding that a company operates on "organizational division of labor" is even more crucial. This is a problem and perspective that rookies often fail to recognize.

【Workplace Fashion】Chic and Clever: Six Key Tips to Stand Out with Your Own Style at Work

With job fairs and graduation season approaching, many young women are worried about what to wear to workplace interviews. Beyond that, no one wants to be too stiff at the office, and frankly, everyone's tired of black, white, and gray business attire. But how can you dress to look both beautiful and fashionable? Today we've compiled two different style approaches—read on to find out!

Key Insights from My First Job (Part 3) — Stop Being Stubborn; How You Treat People Really Matters More Than What You Do

How you treat people truly matters more than what you accomplish. Never be stubborn about it. Of course, this doesn't mean we should fawn over others, pander to them, or diminish ourselves. Rather, it's about learning to "think from others' perspectives"—standing in their shoes a little more often—which naturally leaves a more thoughtful impression.

Key Lessons from My First Job (Part 2): Stick to the Facts, Don't Let Emotions Control You

"The more you care about those words, the easier it is for them to hurt you." People who say hurtful things actually just have too much time on their hands, so they spend it competing with you for power. Because of their "lack of ability," they need to put others down to gain affirmation and trust from others.

Key Insights from Your First Job (Part 2-1): Choose Your Manager Well, Not Just the Company

When choosing my first job, I always thought about company reputation and salary. But in reality, I believe your direct manager matters more than any other factor. A manager who is willing to mentor you—whether stern or kind—and can help you grow and adjust your mindset is the most critical key to your career path. Everyone needs a good manager.

Is Your First Job Out of School Really That Important? The Answer is Yes (Part 1)

I believe that your first job will reshape your values, establish your mindset about the "workplace" environment, your way of dealing with people, and work behaviors and habits. In such a subtle atmosphere, salary is absolutely not the key factor. Rather, it's the people, affairs, and communication styles within the company that are interconnected factors. The importance of these factors will influence how you view certain things, your trust in certain people, and may even leave lasting wounds.

Work Is Actually Not Difficult: It's Only a Matter of "Fit" and "Adaptation"

"Work is like this—there are things you like and things you don't like. No job will satisfy you completely. If what you're talking about is a fit issue, no one thinks you're not suited for it, and you're doing well. But if what you're talking about is an adaptation issue, no one can help you. You need to think it through yourself."

Penghu Has Had Only One Cinema for the Past 20 Years! Want to Watch a Movie? You Have to Vote

We're all citizens of the same country, yet the right to watch and enjoy movies is easily stripped away. Do you accept this? Do islanders deserve such unfair treatment? Must they fly to Taiwan just to watch a movie?

Failed Marketing: Chasing Influencer Popularity and Sending Out Product Samples While Forgetting the Brand's Core Mission

Social comparison allows people to clearly understand the gaps between themselves and others, discover their own strengths, and identify their shortcomings. If followers believe an influencer's status doesn't warrant such treatment, they naturally perceive the brand as lowering its own standards, resulting in negative reviews instead.

Can't Stay at a New Company for Even a Year... "Workplace Anxiety" - 3 Types Analyzed!

Many people become fixated on career development, their boss's attention, and their peers' perception. In essence, they care about the pressure others place on them, developing a "comparison" mentality. They think others are doing well and progressing smoothly at work, so they want to follow suit and do the same things. Or they believe their own work has no meaning and no future.

Learn to "Hide Anxiety" at Work and Grow from Opportunities to Showcase Your Performance

"Opportunities always come disguised as difficulties." Because of this, my own insight is to keep anxiety hidden in your heart and not show it. Let yourself digest these worries, engage more with opportunities, treat each performance as practice, operate repeatedly, and let yourself become more certain of your work status, build confidence, gain others' trust, and gradually be seen by people.

The Lessons of Startup Failure: Failure Is Inevitable, Success Is Accidental

I started with nothing but passion, yet it still failed—for many reasons. Lack of time was a major one. I'd recently begun a full-time job and had to invest energy into learning company operations. After work, squeezing in time to worry about my startup meant everything blended together. Work frustrations bled into my dreams, and I was easily influenced by negative self-talk: "You can't do this," "You won't do it well."

How the Korean Drama "Misaeng" Reveals the Reality: Work is a Process of Building "Trust"

A resume is ultimately just a piece of paper, and university ultimately has no stake in your future; conversely, corporate team organizations always have hierarchies and divisions of labor. In fact, much of what you learn in school is useless in the workplace. Beyond different work and thinking patterns, your identity is fundamentally different.

Ask Your Seniors: Sometimes It's Not About 'Not Understanding' But 'Demonstrating Your Attitude' — Analyzing 5 Types of New Employee Behaviors

"Sometimes asking seniors for guidance is not because you don't understand, but to demonstrate your attitude," sounds quite calculated, but it's actually "the key to letting seniors decide whether to teach you."

"Ye Peiwen" Vanishes Without a Trace! When Netizens Defend "This Isn't an Ad!" That's When Word-of-Mouth Marketing Succeeds

In the past, readers understood sponsored posts as advertisements where brands paid media outlets to publish news-style content. In newspapers, magazines, or online media, you'd typically see labels like "Advertising Feature" or "Special Contribution" marked in the top-left or top-right corner, clearly indicating readers that payment was involved.

Are the Media Brainless?! Major Differences in "Headlines" and "Wording" Between TV News and Online News

Many people don't seem to understand the differences. Most just think "the media talks nonsense," "terrible media," "reporters have no brains." Today, I'd like to explain the differences and clarify the current state of the media!

#Workplace Communication – When a Colleague Says "For Your Reference," Do They Really Mean Just That?

In the workplace, we often hear colleagues say "please reference this" or share links and completed files with "for your reference" at the end. But when these words come from the other person's mouth, do they truly mean you should merely reference it, or are they actually hoping you'll execute things according to their wishes?

Korean Film "Preparation": "My Wish Is to Die on the Same Day as My Son" — A Poignant Portrait of Long-Term Care

The film "Preparation" tells the heartwarming story of a mother who has cared for her son for 30 years without complaint. As her life draws to a close, she "prepares" everything her son with physical and mental disabilities will need to survive alone in the world. The narrative centers on the long-term care issue, depicting the unseen hardships and devotion involved.

A Blind Passenger's Confession: A Driver Scolded Me in Front of Other Passengers… How Will I Take the Bus Again?

An unhappy driver carrying a blind passenger actually scolded him in front of all the other passengers. "He didn't hear the driver asking him to board because he was wearing earphones that day, and the driver insists there's video evidence. But that day, plenty of people passed by the blind passenger, and not a single person told him that a driver was asking him to get on."

One Second After Shouting 'Lights Off, Closing Time' a Customer Rushes In for Dine-In — Their First Reaction Reveals the Difference Between Boss and Employee!

Seeing the heavy rain pouring outside, it seemed unlikely anyone else would come, so the owner happily told the employee 'turn off the lights.' But before they could even get the lights off, a rain-soaked customer rushed right in.

Fearless at 19: Crossing 18,300 Kilometers to Chase My Dream — Book Afterword

A seven-tsubo space made of wooden boards, filled with vibrant colors, humble desks and chairs where they learn about the world, a blackboard on the wall where I guide them step by step to understand English, each additional word memorized and sentence learned adds a bit more to their competitiveness. Sunny, 19 years old this year, wanted to make good use of the summer break. In 2016, I dragged my luggage alone and traveled from Taiwan to Peru to serve as an international volunteer, going through 3 layovers, 4 cities, crossing 18,300 kilometers to pursue myself. This place is quite different from what we imagined.

Golden Flowers Everywhere! Hidden Gem in Liujiaoag Township, Chiayi - Golden Shower Tree Flower Path

Late May to early June is the blooming season for golden shower trees Just saw the golden bell flowers in March, and now another species of yellow flowers is in full bloom The location is in Suantou Village, Liujiaoag Township, Chiayi County Following GOOGLEMAP to Liujiaoag Township Farmers Association (Shuren Road)

Seoul Street Style Spotlight: How Korean Women Rock Casual Winter Fashion

We typically think of Korean women as having great figures, perfect proportions, and fair skin. Their fashionable styling absolutely stands out even in winter while maintaining their own style and sensuality. (Rumor has it they drink 2000CC of ice water every day—ice water! Better jot down this whitening beauty secret!) Like this↓

【Style Notes】Fall/Winter Wardrobe Essential! The Timeless Classic "Plaid Shirt Styling Guide"

When it comes to classic fall pieces and wardrobe staples, that vintage plaid shirt—one piece in hand, endless possibilities ahead—is truly an essential buy. If you feel like you're missing one in your closet, welcome to take a look around here. Even the most ordinary shirt can be styled to showcase your own unique personal taste!

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"Stretching Her Hand Any Way She Can" — An Adult Stray Dog's Sad Song Yearning for Warmth, All She Wants Is a Home

"She" always stretches her hand any way she can when volunteers pass by, hoping to have some contact with us

Beloved Dog "Duo Duo" Clung to Owner and Fell from Truck While Selling Coconut Water; 52-Year-Old Owner Says It Was Unintentional: "I Love Him Very Much"

A video circulating online today shows an elderly man driving a three-wheel truck with a dog being dragged behind it. Initially, many people accused him of animal abuse, and media outlets reported on it. The elderly man made several calls to different media organizations hoping to contact the person involved to correct the story.

Lose Weight Without Exercise! ARGENTDA Sweat-Inducing Magic Vest & Sweat-Inducing Magic Pants That Make You Sweat Buckets

I bought a piece of clothing and a pair of pants They came in one large and one small black box The quality feels really nice There's also an exclusive laser sticker on the bottom right Proving it's authentic!

Eat Well and Eat Your Fill! Devouring 22 Authentic Malaysian Dishes in 2 Days

I'm being a bit naughty sharing this at this time 😆😆😆 — the Malaysian food I ate 【in just two days, I devoured 22 dishes】😋😋😋. Since I had local friends showing me around, we went to really authentic markets and restaurants, making it a completely different experience! I ate so much I nearly got sick — honestly, I barely stopped eating. No exaggeration at all, but every single dish was absolutely delicious~~~~ What shocked me the most was the 18th dish — I had no idea what it was before eating it XDDD (everyone hurry and see if you get scared)

Kitchen Locked for 3 Months! Pups Covered in Feces, Crying for Help as Tenant Vanishes

A second-floor residential property in Zhuodong, Hsinchu has been emitting a foul stench with dogs barking continuously for three months. Mr. Liu, a nearby resident, climbed up to investigate and discovered three dogs seemingly locked in the kitchen with floors covered in feces, their entire bodies filthy and reeking. The living conditions are appalling—even with a mask on, the stench is unbearable. When he tried to contact the landlord and tenant, they were nowhere to be found.

Pet Shop Customer Recklessly Opens Safety Door, Causing Chihuahua to Be Hit by Car and Die; Woman Snaps "The Dog Wasn't Well-Behaved"

On the 17th, Ms. Lin from Taipei brought her family's Chihuahua "Juby" to a pet grooming shop for a bath. The shop had clear signage outside stating that customers must not open the safety door themselves and should ring the bell or call for staff if needed. However, another woman directly opened the door, causing "Juby" to rush out and run toward the alley, where the dog was hit by a car and tragically died.

Home to 13 Cats! Yet It Eats Alone Every Day — Thought It Was Being Excluded... Turns Out It's "Clearing the Plates"

Netizen Eva Chou has 13 cats at home. During feeding time, they all crowd around the bowls waiting to eat together. Yet she often notices the black cat "Mobe" eating alone after everyone else has finished, which puzzles her so much that she suspects the other cats are excluding it. After observing for a while, she discovers the black cat isn't lonely or being excluded — it's "clearing the plates." All 13 bowls are licked completely clean by it, not a single piece of kibble left.

Don't Look at Me... "Mangy Stray" Bleeds at the Slightest Touch, Wobbling Alone on Scorching Hot Asphalt

A woman named Ms. Chang in Taichung discovered a stray dog in Wuqi on the 5th, covered in skin diseases across its entire body. Walking under the blazing sun on asphalt so hot it could scald, the dog's wobbly figure broke Ms. Chang's heart. She later saw it shuffle into a crane yard trying to escape the sun, and immediately decided to take it into her car. After sharing the information, the director of Xu Garden Animal Protection in Tainan reached out and offered to help. The dog has now been successfully taken in.

The Best Life Education! A Muntjac Deer's Head Gets Stuck in Wire Mesh, Foaming at the Mouth and Bleeding — An Entire Family of Tourists Rescue It Bare-Handed

On the 5th, a man named Yang brought his whole family to play in Alishan. When coming down the mountain, he saw a young muntjac deer crossing the road. However, because it was running too fast and didn't notice the wire fence, it got its head stuck directly in a narrow diamond-shaped hole, with its horns hooked and unable to escape on its own. Mr. Yang, who was driving by, immediately turned around, put aside his travel plans, and with his daughter and wife, rushed to rescue it. The rescue was ultimately successful.

Paralyzed Dog Fearful and Biting Upon Shelter Arrival — After One Year of Rehabilitation, Now Running and Jumping with a Bright Smile

In August 2016, the Wugu shelter took in a dog named "Lulu" who was terrified of the unfamiliar environment and had a fractured tailbone, resulting in near-total hind limb paralysis. Lulu refused to let volunteers touch her. With collective treatment and care, Lulu has transformed—she's now affectionate and loves to smile, and thanks to dedicated rehabilitation and therapy, she can run freely again.

Cat Owner Hasn't Seen Their Feline for a Day and Made It Sit in a Long Car Ride... Meet Miao Emperor with the Perfect "D-Shaped Eyes" Expression That Had Everyone Laughing

This cat's reaction is hilarious! A user named Xie posted a photo with their cat on the Facebook group "Cats Gone Wild Club." The cat is displaying the classic D-shaped eyes expression, looking extremely displeased. The owner jokingly said, "All I did was not spend a day and night with you, and make you sit through a long car ride!" The single photo has garnered tens of thousands of likes and had many netizens laughing.

Only One Out of Six Puppies Survived... Penny Has Been at the Shelter for Three Years and Lost Confidence After Being Returned

A black dog named Penny was abandoned in a basket by the roadside along with five siblings when she was less than a month old. A passerby discovered them and reported it to the Wugu Animal Shelter. According to netizen "Cat Man," all six puppies were still nursing at the time. Although they were in generally good health, they kept crying for their mother. The office staff member had to busy herself feeding each puppy with a bottle and cleaning the dirt off their bodies.

Greedy Poodle Begging for Food～Three Kids Fed Him Too Much and Were Punished to Stand Against the Wall, He…Quietly Followed Suit

As the saying goes, share happiness and share hardship! Ms. Chang from Taichung has been raising a Poodle named "Changzi" for ten years. With three children at home who have an excellent bond with the dog, because "Changzi" is very greedy and often begs around them for food, the children sometimes can't control portions and accidentally overfeed him. When discovered by other family members, they were punished to stand facing the wall in reflection. As a result, "Changzi" next to them also quietly pressed himself against the wall to stand in punishment, making the owner laugh uncontrollably.

Ghost Month Not Here Yet... Doormat Mysteriously Disappears from Room Every Night! Hidden Camera Reveals the "Truth" That's Adorable

Oh no, could this be too scary?! User Zhu shared on Facebook: "The doormat in my room goes missing every night and always appears in the living room after dawn." With the lunar July still some time away, how could he encounter such bizarre happenings? Even if ghost month arrives, such strange events shouldn't occur, right? To uncover the truth, Zhu decided to stay up and secretly film—only to discover the culprit is his beloved house cat!

Too Scared to Ride a Motorcycle! Owner "Works" to Buy a Carrier Backpack — Watch Her Beam While Cruising...It's Worth It

"Seeing this smile makes everything worthwhile!" Wang, a woman from Taipei, owns a 13-year-old dog named "Black Bear" who has been afraid of motorcycles since puppyhood, preventing Wang from taking the dog out on rides. In July, she discovered a motorcycle-specific dog carrier backpack and decided to help out at her parents' guesthouse for two weeks, trading her labor to earn money for the backpack. Finally able to take Black Bear out riding, the dog is beaming with joy.

Cherish Your Every Breath... End-Stage Cancer Dog Paralyzed and Incontinent　Warm Dad Wipes Four Times Daily: I Love You Just the Same

"With dad here, my child, you don't need to worry," says Mr. Cai, a man who has long rescued stray dogs. One of his dogs has cancer and is now in the terminal stage, unable to control bowel movements, and can only lie paralyzed on the floor. He wipes the dog's body clean and gently pats it every day, saying "Although I'm tired, I won't allow myself to have regrets. No matter whether you wake up tomorrow, I will cherish every breath you take now." His touching post has moved tens of thousands of netizens.

Best Viewer! Adorable Cat Glued to Diving at Universiade, Follows Athletes with "Perfect Landing"

Did a cat compete in the Universiade too? A netizen surnamed Lee shared a video on Facebook's "Cats Go Crazy Club" showing a cute tabby cat standing in front of a TV broadcasting the Universiade diving competition, staring intently. When the athlete dives into the water, the cat also tumbles down behind the cabinet, prompting her to joke "Perfect form!" and "Best Universiade viewer!"

Cat Survives Car Accident, Intestinal Prolapse, and Broken Bones with Remarkable Resilience! Becomes Vibrant Salon Cat One Year After Adoption

In August of last year, Xiao Ka Cat Dog Rescue Volunteer Group received a report and rescued a kitten in Xinzhuang, New Taipei City that had suffered fractured joints and rectal prolapse from a car accident. The kitten's condition was extremely critical, requiring "bowel resection surgery" with only a 20% survival rate. However, the kitten displayed an incredibly strong will to survive, recovered well after surgery, and was adopted by a beauty salon in Sanchong. One year later, it has become an exceptionally capable salon cat.

Cat Loves Lounging in Pots! Owner Shakes It Back and Forth "Whoosh Whoosh" — Hilarious Non-Stick Pan Test!

The cat "Puff" absolutely adores bowl-shaped objects, and many pots in the house have been tried out by him one by one. Owner "Lin Jiewèn" posted a video on a Facebook fan page showing "Puff" lying contentedly inside while the owner rocks it back and forth — but the cat refuses to come out. The amusing scene was humorously described by the owner as a "non-stick pan test," and it has attracted tens of thousands of viewers.

Heartbreaking! Stray Dog Mistook Every Woman for Her Owner and Waited in the Rain for Four Months Until Finally Reunited with Mom

On the Korean program 'Animal Farm,' rescuers discovered a long-haired dog wandering along a roadside in July. No matter how people tried to shoo her away, she refused to leave, lying quietly on the median strip waiting. Most heartbreaking was how she mistook every woman for her owner and followed them, yet after four months had never seen her real owner again.

Mother Cat Carrying Kitten Across Road... Hit by Car and Driver Flees | Warm-hearted Man Grieves: I'll Care for the Rest

Tsai, who has long rescued stray animals in the Kaohsiung-Pingtung area, is deeply committed to helping animals. On the morning of the 29th, while on a routine rescue mission, he unexpectedly witnessed a mother cat carrying a kitten attempting to cross the road when it was struck at high speed by a sedan. The driver fled the scene immediately. Tsai quickly picked up the struggling mother cat and kitten and placed them in his truck, helped arrange their affairs, and promised to find and care for the remaining kittens nearby.

Making School Home! Little Black Dog Beaten in Burlap Sack and Abandoned, Yet Returns the Next Day to Wait at School

"Silly child, doesn't it hurt? Why don't you run far away?" Hsu's Animal Sanctuary states that a small black dog at an elementary school in Tainan made the school its home, but apparently someone complained it was disrupting the campus. The dog was put in a burlap sack and beaten with a chair until it collapsed from pain, then dumped. Yet the loyal Little Black returned to school the very next day. Fortunately, a kindhearted person reported it, and Hsu Wen-liang rushed to the school to bring the dog back to the sanctuary, preventing further harm.

Can't Travel Without the Internet! Ultra High CP Portable WiFi Routers - Comparison of 3 Companies

When traveling abroad, the most important thing is "internet connection"! Without it, you can't communicate or navigate, which is really dangerous! So when I was planning my trip to Singapore and Malaysia at the end of September, the thing that troubled me most was finding a WiFi router. Since I needed to travel across countries and I love checking in and taking photos, I use the internet constantly. I wanted to find a device with [high data usage], [long battery life], and [cross-border capability], so before departing I carefully compared WiFi router options from three companies.

Video/ Caring Mom Accompanied Acupuncture for 3 Months! "Little Bear Sister" Recovers from Being Run Over and Half-Paralyzed, Now Happily Walks Again — So Touching!

Do you remember her? At the end of March, this black puppy "Little Bear Sister" had been roaming outside for a long time. Every day a caring mom would ride her scooter to feed her. When she heard the engine sound, thinking it was a volunteer coming, she excitedly ran out to greet them, but was unfortunately run over by a vehicle, causing her lower body to become paralyzed from nerve damage. She could only crawl with her front legs, which was heartbreaking. But now, after 3 months of careful treatment by the caring mom, she has completely recovered — so incredibly moving!