When we are busy with piles of work, chasing after our roles and responsibilities, our hearts can grow cold, just like the chilly night air. In those moments, where do you find warmth again? We feel warmth in a playful yet kind text message, in a bright smile when our eyes meet, and even in a single word of care from someone else. It doesn’t have to be fancy words or a grand gift. In small acts of kindness and small hearts, we learn about love and keep our warmth alive. Perhaps blooming...

Once upon a time, there lived a poor stonecutter. He worked hard every day, but he often felt small and sad. One day, he saw a rich man. "Wow, he is so powerful! I want to be a rich man," he wished. Suddenly, his wish came true! He became very wealthy. But then, he saw a king. "The king is stronger than me," he thought. He became a powerful king, wearing a golden crown. Under the hot sun, even the king felt tired. "The sun is the strongest!" he cried. He became the glowing sun, shining...

Many people think meditation is simply a way to relax. But modern brain science shows something deeper. Meditation can gradually reshape the brain and influence how we think, feel, and respond to life. Researchers who have scanned the brains of long-term meditators have found meaningful changes in areas related to stress, focus, and emotional balance. This is possible because of — the brain’s natural ability to change through experience. In other words, the way we use our mind can gently...