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Tan Jiau Hok: "Living each day with mindfulness and contentment brings me joy"

Tan Jiau Hok: "Living each day with mindfulness and contentment brings me joy"

Engaging in activities like teaching children to swim or keeping Jing Si Hall clean requires us to be in “action”. If we focus our minds on our task at hand, we can be in “stillness”. Hence, by being mindful of our actions, we can achieve happiness.

Dr Eugene Tang: "What is more important than tooth extractions and fillings is the value of compassionate care that complements the dental skills"

Dr Eugene Tang: "What is more important than tooth extractions and fillings is the value of compassionate care that complements the dental skills"

When addressing the oral emergencies of patients, Dr Eugene Tang opines that genuine alleviation of suffering and the gift of joy begin with sincere care. This care transcends mere professional obligation; it's about embracing patients as they are and understanding the meaning behind their behaviours.

Andrew Lim: The secret recipe to good luck that only came to light in the later part of life

Andrew Lim: The secret recipe to good luck that only came to light in the later part of life

Can destiny be altered? To enhance his luck and prosperity, the Fengshui master told him to put crystals at home and in his office to improve his aura. The metaphysician recommended him to do good deeds to accumulate blessings. However, unbeknownst to them all, one crucial element was overlooked.

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Asian Hero: Master Cheng Yen

Asian Hero: Master Cheng Yen

Children from Blue Lion Preschool, a Buddhist-based preschool in Singapore visited Jing Si Hall to learn about Master Cheng Yen as an Asian Hero.

A Heart-warming Staff Retreat

A Heart-warming Staff Retreat

Tzu Chi Great Love Preschool held a heart-warming retreat for its staff at Kampung Kampus in Ground-Up Initiative. This was the first staff retreat I had with everyone since I joined Tzu Chi Great Love Preschool and it was a memorable day for me.

From Teaching to Giving

From Teaching to Giving

Teaching staff from both branches of Tzu Chi Great Love Preschool had a fruitful day volunteering on Tzu Chi Singapore's Flag Day 2022. Many learned about humility as they bowed 90 degrees to thank donors for their generosity.

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Wisdom for Life

 

Promoting the Education of Love with the Bamboo Bank Era
When tracing the origins of Tzu Chi’s achievements, one inevitably comes across the pivotal “Bamboo Bank Era”...

Will the daily encounter of trivial matters affect the pursuit of spiritual cultivation?
A Tzu Chi brother asked: If one were to encounter trivial matters daily, will it affect the pursuit of spiritual cultivation?

Why am I so driven to serve and be so involved in Tzu Chi?
Member: I was asked why I chose to serve and be so involved in Tzu Chi?

How to cultivate willpower?
Question: How to cultivate willpower?

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