Mind & Growth
Reading notes, learning methods, productivity, and self-improvement — exploring mindsets for continuous growth, because investing in yourself is the best return.
4 articles
NEWDon't Rush for Results in the Valley
Career transitions hurt most when results stall. Drawing on Ericsson, Dweck, and J-curve research, this piece reframes the valley not as failure but as a mandatory trial-and-error phase—and shows how to survive it.
NEWStop Endless People-Pleasing: Learn to Set Psychological Boundaries
This article explains the critical role of boundaries for mental health, analyzes six types of boundaries, and identifies the roots of people-pleasing personalities in Chinese culture. Research shows that blurred work-life boundaries directly reduce well-being. The article offers a five-step practical framework, from recognizing boundary violations to firmly holding the line, helping you gradually build a solid psychological shield.
NEWStay away from toxic comparisons: don't define yourself by someone else's pace.
Comparison is human nature, but measuring your own life by someone else's pace is a form of slow self-destruction. This article begins with social comparison theory, dissects how social media amplifies comparison anxiety, and offers five concrete methods to help you take back the ruler and live life at a rhythm that truly belongs to you.
NEWSandwich Generation: Holding Your Own Space
Hong Kong's sandwich generation juggles raising children and caring for aging parents. With over 40% of caregivers reporting mental health struggles, learning to set boundaries, share the load, and protect personal time is essential for sustainable caregiving.