Enjoy your long commute.

Have you ever experienced a similar change in perspective about something you initially disliked?

Let me first,

I have a long journey from home to my workplace. At first, I was afraid because of the time it consumed. However, recently, I've grown to love my far commute.

Wondering why?

Hm. Because, ...

Let me share my story. I've become aware that I roll in a cycle of negative thoughts concerning my job, the work environment, the people I interact with, and the opportunities available. After my work shift, I constantly think about them, sorting out which ones are good or bad. It takes time. Therefore, I find relaxation and rejuvenation while driving my motorbike. I can spend the time during a long commute ruminating in the entire workday, rearranging it in my mind to calm down and gather energy before I come home. It was a specific realization that caused my shift from frustration to enjoyment.

OMG. It sounds like I've discovered a silver lining in my long commute! It's fantastic that I've found a way to turn what was initially a source of frustration into a valuable time for relaxation and reflection. Using my commute to mentally unwind and prepare for the rest of my day with my family is a great strategy.

*** Highlight safety:

Since you're riding a motorbike - safety is paramount. If you want to experience what I do, you must keep the safety precautions you take during your commute. For example, wear protective gear, adhere to traffic rules, and keep your speed under control. Yup.

I hope you all embrace change and find delight in the little things. Even challenging aspects of our daily lives can hold unexpected benefits. ^^

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♡ TT ♡ 阮清倕 ♡

When your mind wanders to someone you have a crush on.

When your mind wanders to someone you have a crush on, it's perfectly normal to be distracted. However, managing these distractions is crucial for maintaining focus and productivity in other aspects of life. Redirecting your attention towards engaging activities or spending time with your hobbies can help maintain balance.

When your mind wanders to your crush, it's essential to acknowledge your feelings without letting them overwhelm you. By consciously shifting your focus to other fulfilling activities, you can prevent these thoughts from monopolizing your mental space.

One highly recommended approach is to immerse yourself in learning a foreign language. Whether it's English, Mandarin, Japanese, or any other language, practicing a foreign language can effectively divert your attention from your crush. Furthermore, it offers various benefits beyond navigating these distractions, including contributing to personal growth and development.

Hoping this serves as one of your motivations and mine. Love you ^^

Missing home.

Missing home,

Recently, I've had an extremely no-easy problem to think about. 

I want to change my job to a place closer to my house. 

However, the economy as it is today is uncertain, and no one knows how it will play out. The company may still be expanding its factory today, and the very next day - it will be sold to other investors or even closed. 

I'm afraid I will lose everything if I rush to choose the wrong time. And if I keep working away from home, I can't find peace of mind.

I always advise myself to be patient for a while longer, but how much longer could I wait?

Let's simplify learning English and have fun.

It was the summer of my sophomore year at my university,

And I had an opportunity to participate in an exchange with foreign guys.

I seem to remember that they were Filipinos. They were very active and friendly (some men were so handsome, haha).

Back to the main content - It was the first time I had the opportunity to use English, using everything I had learned since I was ten. Up to that time - it had been ten years since I started studying English. Wow, so exciting. As soon as I met them, I quickly approached and showed my level. Kaka. Just kidding. The truth is, I tried hard to come up with a question for them - such as: 'What kind of music do you like?'

Awesome! Kaka.

However, "mùa đông đến nghe yêu thương vụt tắt". She didn't understand what I asked. I thought I was speaking in a low voice. So she couldn't hear me, so I tried asking out loud a few more times. However, she still didn't understand what I meant. I was very disappointed and felt very humiliated at that time. Then, one of my classmates helped me ask her that question. Wait, the same question, those words, and in the same sequence. Why did I speak - she didn't understand, and my friend asked - she understood. At that time, I wondered why - but no one answered - they only smiled. I don't know if they didn't know why either or if they were making fun of me. Super hurt.

After that, information technology and the internet developed, and YouTube became more popular. Many native speakers were teaching English for free via their channels. I realized it was due to incorrect pronunciation. Yes, exactly. I spoke English without ending sounds, like speaking Vietnamese without diacritics. Vietnamese is a tonal language with six tones: level, acute-angry, grave-lowering, smooth-rising, chesty-raised, and chesty-heavy. After knowing this, I felt like I had found the true love of my life. I'm crazy about practicing pronunciation - the more I learn, the more fun I have. I use apps with speech recognition to check if I'm right. I say it wrong and correct it. There are days when I feel fatigued in my mouth because my mouth muscles have to work a lot, but I like it. I love to explore and research to learn how to pronounce correctly. When I pronounce correctly, maybe I remember more words, listen more simply, and have more fun studying English.

Learning English is so much fun - pronounce it correctly, and we will hear it. We study common words first and listen to simple talks first. Ah - in the beginning, and even now, I often listen to Thầy Bob talk. Because Thầy speaks clearly and directly, I understand more and am motivated to continue learning step by step. Do simple things every single day. 

Hey guys, study English with me - let's make dreams come true together. ^^

Climbing step by step in a pair of shoes you love.

I have a story from a while ago,

When I went shoe shopping with Okaasan,

At first, I struggled to find a suitable pair because the styles I liked didn't accommodate my feet.

After pondering for a while, I opted to rely on my mother's selection, believing they would suit me best. Despite not being particularly fond of them, I reassured myself that as long as they fit. Besides, my feet are on the larger side, making it challenging to find shoes I love.

However, just before making the purchase - I spotted a sample on the nearby shelf that caught my eye. I instantly fell in love with it - and fortunately, it also fits perfectly. Despite being less expensive than the shoes my mother had chosen, I felt immense happiness and satisfaction with my decision.

This experience taught me a valuable lesson. Sometimes, we encounter choices that offer either the right style but the wrong size or the right size but not the preferred style. Making such decisions leaves us feeling incomplete and uncomfortable. Therefore, it's important not to rush. Let's take our time, remain calm, and choose options that align with our preferences and practicality.

Back then, I had just graduated and was eagerly seeking employment. Despite knowing what I wanted, it seemed elusive. In moments when I felt my determination wavering, I recalled this story as a source of motivation. It might seem trivial - a pair of shoes - but it symbolized resilience and the pursuit of what resonated with me.

I hope each of you finds that pair of shoes you love and embarks on your journey with them. Love you. ♡

Get up early - catch the dawn.

If we want to see the sunrise, we have no choice but to get up early. If we don't get up early - we won't catch the dawning. And if we get up early, it's not 100% certain we'll be able to witness the dawning. 

(〃＾▽＾〃) However, hard work is always a good habit.

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佐藤幸 - Yuki Satoh

Tuesday, November 01, 2022。星期二

2022 年，11 月，01 日 _ TT _ 阮清倕 ° Blue Sky ^^

Sunrise in Cần Thơ, Vietnam.

A hard-working man, he is so cute.

你好，

今天 I want to discuss a hot topic recently: working smart and not working hard.

When I first came across this idea, I thought that you guys were so cool and ashamed of me because I'm a person who tends to work harder than smarter. However, after I calmed down and reflected, I thanked myself so much for putting in effort every day. If you're also an individual - who loves work like me, don't worry because hard work is a good habit. 

A hard-working man, he is so cute.

After all, if this saying reaches the wrong person or people who approach it the wrong way, it could lead to a lot of evil.

Again, if you love work and tend to be more hard-working than smart-working, don't worry because hard work is a good habit. We should learn to work smarter and not bring down hard workers.

Thank you for listening to some stuff from me.

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佐藤幸 - Yuki Satoh

Sunday, October 30, 2022。星期日

2022 年，10 月，30 日 _ TT _ 阮清倕 ° Blue Sky ^^