The blog post Blog posts took 13 weeks of events throughout my semester to complete . For me, blog posts are not just an assignment, but more of an ongoing exercise in point of view output. At the beginning of the semester, my blog posts were not very good in terms of both layout and… Continue reading memorable “take-aways” from the STPR
Introduction Picture by fauxels from Pexels Public speaking is a daunting task for most people, myself included. Whenever I need to speak in public, I feel extremely nervous. Especially as I am an international student, I am afraid that I will make mistakes when I speak in my second language. Today, I want to share… Continue reading Echoes of Courage: My Journey Overcoming the Fear of Public Speaking
https://audiomack.com/kaixuan-xiao/song/tea-time-for-soul-ep1 In this 10-minute blog, we will delve into the fascinating aspects of the Chinese Tea Sutra and jasmine tea. We will explore how the ancient command of the tea ceremony can help us find peace in our modern, fast-paced lives. This podcast is designed to provide listeners with a 15 to 20 minute break… Continue reading Life in Tea: Exploring the Chinese Tea Sutra and Jasmine Tea
Photo by Laker from Pexels 3 People Who Inspire Me I will gain many experiences and learn many lessons from all kinds of people. Right now, I can think of three people who mean a lot to me. First of all, my parents has been a great influence on me. The influence of my family's… Continue reading The Architects of My Aspirations: Three Pillars of Inspiration
Introduction https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WbliHNs4q14 Video by FLashback FM from YouTube Joker the movie is an American psychological thriller. Directed by Todd Phillips, the movie is an adaptation of a DC comic book character. The story takes place in Gotham City in 1981, where Arthur Fleck is a failed joker. He is also a stand-up comedian. But he… Continue reading The Art of Despair: Filmmaking Techniques That Crafted ‘Joker’s’ Dystopian Vision
As an international student living off-campus, life can sometimes feel a bit lonely and overwhelming. However, through all the challenges, there is one constant source of joy in my life: my beloved cat. His presence brings me immeasurable joy and companionship, and I can't imagine life without him. My kitten is a two-year-old boy with… Continue reading The Purr-fect Companion: How My Cat Brightens My Days
Personal and Professional Goals Photo by Anete Lusina on Pexels.com I am currently a junior at Rutgers. In my career plan, I want to stay in the United States after college to finish graduate school. Then, I would like to return to China to start my career. I think the working environment in China will… Continue reading Beyond Today: Setting Your Sights on the Next Five Years
calbi Jjim This is a very classic Korean dish. The special thing about this dish is that snow pears are added to it. This adds a unique flavor to the dish. Also, the beef bones inside have been marinated for a long time. So it will be very flavorful. So far, I think the most… Continue reading Savor the Flavor: My Top 10 Favorite Foods Unveiled
https://youtu.be/fRbA1dt22g4 This video has clear steps for making it. This video can be beneficial for those who need to know the process of making braised pork belly to learn how to make braised pork belly. The taste of braised pork belly is rich, melt-in-your-mouth, and sweet. Braised pork belly is rich, melt-in-your-mouth, and sweet, and… Continue reading Cultural Culinary Journey: An Authentic Braised Pork Recipe
the Golden City I traveled to Los Angeles last December. It was my first time traveling out since I came to the US to study. So this trip was very special for me. Los Angeles is a city with cityscape as well as natural beauty. My four friends and I had a wonderful week in… Continue reading Coastal Wonders: Navigating the Beauty of Los Angeles
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