Journey of the mind

Song of today: Make You Feel My Love Song by Adele ‧ 2008 Lyrics When the rain is blowing in your face And the whole world is on your case I could offer you a warm embrace To make you feel my love When the evening shadows and the stars appear And there is no one there to dry your tears I could hold you for a million years To make you feel my love I know you haven't made your mind up yet But I will never do you wrong I've known it from the moment that we met No doubt in my mind where you belong I'd go hungry, I'd go black and blue I'd go crawling down the avenue No, there's nothing that I wouldn't do To make you feel my love The storms are raging on the rolling sea And on the highway of regret The winds of change are blowing wild and free You ain't seen nothing like me yet I could make you happy, make your dreams come true Nothing that I wouldn't do Go to the ends of the Earth for you To make you feel my love To make you feel my love Hanoi, June 30, 2...

Recently, I watched a video from a  Korean  mentioning Korean beauty standards, and it made me want to share my opinion. Before I went to Korea for my studies, I did some research about the country. The topic of beauty standards came up a lot. I heard that appearance is very important in Korea, and that there can be pressure to look a certain way, including how people dress. From my experience as a foreigner living and studying in Korea, I found this to be mostly true. Koreans, both men and women, do pay a lot of attention to their appearance and outfits. Most girls are very skilled at makeup from a young age and carry themselves with confidence. Clothing is quite  trendy and  affordable, so it's easy to put together a stylish look at a reasonable price. Street fashion in Korea is also very trendy, and many people wear similar styles. In my observation, most Koreans prefer basic pieces in gentle or neutral colors. It's rare to see someone wearing bright or bold color...

  #89.  Music Concert I went to a live music concert last month. Interestingly, I got the ticket for free from a friend of mine. She had planned to go with her friend, but later on, she got pregnant and wasn't able to attend. So it turned out that I went with her friend instead. It was fun, and I really enjoyed it. I love experiencing live music, dancing with the rhythm in the crowd and flowing with the music. Some of the more intense songs weren't exactly my style, the kind I'd listen to on repeat. I usually prefer songs with meaningful messages and a gentler, deeper feel. But those high-energy tracks were perfect for a live performance. After all, it was a one-day opportunity to fully immerse myself in the concert atmosphere. It was also a great chance to see what kind of music teenagers are into these days. At the concert, I discovered more singers and found some new songs that impressed me. It was fun to see so many young fans full of energy. They all wore cool o...

Here's my drawing, made with the help of my tutor!  I'm so excited to start working on my own project next.  This kind of work calls for motivation, patience, and attention to detail. To complete the project, I'm starting with three key steps: Forming the structure Refining the features Using light and shadow to create a sense of depth and 3D form We joked that we were makeup artists and hair stylists at the same time. And I truly understand how it's the attention to detail that truly brings a drawing to life. PS.  The model for this drawing is an actor (So Ji-Sub) from a Korean drama (Sorry, I love you) I watched when I was little though I don't remember much about the show anymore.  But I still often listen to its OST, and every time I do, I get excited over again by how cool he was. Hanoi, June 29, 2025

I visited Singapore once and truly enjoyed my time there. Everything was beautiful, modern, and convenient. But emotionally,  it wasn't the kind of place that made me  “ Wow, this is my favorite place in the world ”. Every place I've been to has given me something meaningful to reflect on, but I still haven't found one that stirs a deep emotional response. Maybe I haven't experienced enough yet to come to a conclusion and I just want to save that conclusion for when I've had more experiences in the future. Or maybe it's just part of my personality --- not being easily overwhelmed by strong feelings. Among the countries I've lived in and visited, Korea holds the most vivid memories for me, because I spent my younger years there studying and living. Other places were just short trips. From the first step on the airplane, I was surprised by the flight attendants on Singapore Airlines. Their uniforms were unique and unfamiliar to me, and many seemed to have Indi...

As you might notice, the headline of this blog is "IT WILL MAKE ALL THE DIFFERENE." That's right. After gaining more life experience and finding clearer answers to questions I once held (as shared in the post Every questions will find its answer ), I now feel ready to push myself toward the next and perhaps the biggest transformation. My 20s have been a phase of exploration, change, and internal transformation. I pushed myself to chase the things I always dreamed of, to reach places I had never been. As I look toward my 30s, I believe they will make all the difference, perhaps a time when I become the strongest version of myself (as I wrote in  A Letter to my strongest version ), a version that begins to transform not just within, but  more likely  lead to tangible, outward results. Here are a few guiding keys I carry with me: Stay focused. Act.  Give my best to what truly inspires and interests me. Be clear and vocal with myself.  Focus on my own clarity and se...

Somewhere deep within Time flies. Your memories fade, like passing days, like silent months. They no longer linger, but rest somewhere deep within. I once thought I’d never reach this peace, never find stillness after you. But here I am breathing softer, moving forward with life. This is the last message I write for you. I now hold space for something greater, the love, the truth, the depth, the lasting, you chose not to be. I may still mention you when I speak with him not to hold on, but to share a part of me. And he will smile, gently, knowing I’ve lived, and I’ve let go. Hanoi, June 22, 2025

I heard you are with her. I heard you are with her. Is she everything you were searching for? The parts I lacked? Perhaps I'm curious about her. But truly, All I want to know Is simply Her. You look happy. While I stand here, small, Watching how quickly you let go of us . I wonder, Was it ever real? Were your promises truth Or just a well-wrapped lie. You came. You left. Like a leaf blown by time. Leaving only memories  And lasting thoughts I never asked for. You once lived in my dreams, Bright and whole. But this is where the dream ends. It hurts. But still, Thank you For the time. I wish you peace. And perhaps, We were never meant to be. Not even From the beginning. Hanoi, June 22, 2025

Unfinished memories The sun begins the day, It shines but feels far away. The air is calm, the sky is wide, But something stirs, unsettled inside. I walk the path we used to know, where memories softly grow. Do I still cross your mind, Even if just for a little while? You chose to walk away, But I still feel you every day. I don't forget the way we cared, All the moments we shared. We once exchanged our every thought, Chatted everything without a second thought. We updated each other, day by day, We missed our voice, our smile, our way. Surrounding you felt like surrounding me, A quiet kind of intimacy. Now I must let it drift away, As if we never met that day.  Unfinished memories remain, Lingering like a gentle pain. Time moves on, and so must I, But part of me still asks why. Why did you draw so near, so fast, Only to become part of the past? Hanoi, June 22, 2025

I don't wanna talk I don’t wanna talk About all the things you left behind About you, About us, About our problems in between. You chose to walk away Without a word. So I chose to find closure In silence. I played by the rules. I don’t fix What I didn’t break. Perhaps It's destiny That leads us now. Hanoi, June 22, 2025

The Winner Takes It All Song by ABBA Lyrics Search Results Main results I don't wanna talk About things we've gone through Though it's hurting me Now it's history I've played all my cards And that's what you've done too Nothing more to say No more ace to play The winner takes it all The loser's standing small Beside the victory That's her destiny I was in your arms Thinking I belonged there I figured it made sense Building me a fence Building me a home Thinking I'd be strong there But I was a fool Playing by the rules The gods may throw a dice Their minds as cold as ice And someone way down here Loses someone dear The winner takes it all (takes it all) The loser has to fall (has to fall) It's simple and it's plain (it's so plain) Why should I complain? (Why complain?) But tell me, does she kiss Like I used to kiss you? Does it feel the same When she calls your name? Somewhere deep inside You must know I miss you But what can I say? Ru...

I entered the world of romance quite late. I am not sure if that's good or bad, but for me, it feels right. It was my choice, and I'm happy with it. At this point in my life, I've worked on myself enough to understand what kind of love I'm capable of giving and I won't settle for anything less than. I knew I wasn't truly open and ready to find love or to be loved by someone until I was clear about what I was looking for and felt able to offer the best kind of love I could give  where both of us could grow and flourish. I also respect myself enough to let go of relationships that don't align with my values. Maybe it hurts sometimes, but as someone who's driven by long-term results, I remind myself it's for the sake of my future. That hurt doesn't destroy me. It strengthens me, sharpens my determination, and opens the door to something greater. Coming into romance later gave me the space to grow, reflect, and free myself from the kinds of attachmen...