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Embracing Dreams: A Reflection on “Keep Dreaming” by Emma Stevens
Emma Stevens’ song “Keep Dreaming” is a beautiful tribute to the enduring power of dreams and the resilience needed to pursue them. The song reflects on the journey of dreaming, beginning with the innocent wishes of childhood for a fairy tale life. It emphasizes the importance of perseverance, even when faced with challenges, and the understanding that dreams may not…
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Life Is Adventure
“Life is a one-way journey toward the unknown. So make it an exciting awesome adventure.” ― Debasish Mridha This quote resonates deeply with me. Life is an exhilarating journey, one that leads us toward the unknown with each passing day. The unpredictability of our paths is what makes life so thrilling and full of potential. By embracing this journey with…
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Start Day Positive
Start Every Day Positive: Embracing Positivity Even When the Day Isn’t Perfect Life is a beautiful journey, filled with ups and downs, twists and turns. I am a deaf adult and use the CI system, and despite living with the challenge of Asperger’s Syndrome, I’ve learned the importance of starting each day with a positive mindset. It’s not always…
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My Story as Deaf
I live in a world that cannot see the color of sound. I experienced an unexpected trauma and became postlingually deaf. Hence, the doctor suggested I undergo cochlear implant surgery. The cochlear implant system that fits on my head was the only hope to restore my hearing sensation and prevent me from losing the ability to speak. So, at a…
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I am Aunt Ninja
Hi, I am Aunt Ninja. In this episode, I would like to share a motivational story about myself. Many ask, why Aunt Ninja? Well, it’s because there is a Ninja Hero who has always been a great support behind me, inspiring me to move forward in life, face challenges head-on, and never back down. Hence, I embraced this nickname with…
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Under the Brilliant Starry Night
There’s something undeniably magical about spending time under a starry night. The vast expanse of the night sky, dotted with countless twinkling stars, has always had a calming effect on me. Whenever I encounter difficulties in life or find myself feeling hurt and sad, I seek solace under the brilliant starry night. Much like Benson Boone’s song “In the Stars,”…
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I am who I am
Life is an inherent gift; I cannot choose or decide the conditions of my existence, who my parents are, nor my health conditions, whether they are perfect or carry certain imperfections. So, I must choose to live bravely, transparently, and firmly, even though I face the dual challenges of deafness and living with Asperger’s Syndrome. Fortunately, I have been trained…
