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Should You Work in Your Area of Passion?

The question isn't "should I do what I love?" The better question is: "How large is the problem this work solves?"Work that solves problems for... (11/11/2017)

Find what you love — and then ask yourself how many people it can serve. Let that question shape the direction.

Practicing a Nearly Full Day Fast

I started the day at 4:30 AM — running, personal routine. By 7 AM, the body began its habitual search for food. I drank water... (11/9/2017)

Thanks to Ruby Bảo Ngọc for the guidance.

Work for the Sake of Working

There's a kind of success that arrives quietly, without being chased — when you do your work purely for the sake of doing it well,... (11/8/2017)

— Thiện Minh

A Room of Compassion and Love

At Zero Plus, there is a room we call the Room of Compassion and Love.If life has become heavy — if you're facing a challenge... (11/2/2017)

— Thiện Minh / ZeroPlus.edu.vn

Overcoming Serious Illness Twice

I have faced two serious illnesses: acute dehydration and tuberculosis. Both times, I was alone, without resources, without a safety net.Both times, I survived —... (10/25/2017)

There are lessons that cannot be taught in classrooms or books. Some understanding only arrives through suffering. I don't recommend seeking it out — but I'm grateful for what mine gave me.

The Abyss of Greed

Greed is like falling into a chasm. The deeper you go, the harder it becomes to see daylight, and the harder it becomes to stop... (10/18/2017)

— Võ Thương / Thiện Minh

This Afternoon’s Drifting Rain

Rain came in the afternoon, soft and obscuring — the kind that reduces the world to just the room you're in.I closed the door, lit... (10/18/2017)

— Vô Thường

The Teachings of Laozi

"Those with deep wisdom easily face hardship due to their own mistakes, while those with understanding recognize that adversity stems from revealing human flaws."— LaoziThe... (10/12/2017)

— Thiện Minh

The Secret to Winning People’s Hearts

Everyone has self-respect. When interacting with others, people instinctively compare themselves — and comparisons, even unintentional ones, can quietly hurt someone's sense of worth.The most... (10/6/2017)

— Thiện Minh

Be Honest and Be Loving

There are universal laws that govern how we exist alongside each other. One of the clearest: the more you take from others, the more you... (10/2/2017)

These two virtues, practiced consistently, create a life that is genuinely worth living.

A Simple Home Herbal Steam Treatment

When you feel a cold coming on — congestion, low-grade fever, chills — a traditional herbal steam treatment can bring real relief.The method: pour a... (9/24/2017)

Used weekly as a preventive practice, it also supports general respiratory health. An old remedy — but it works.

Training Your Voice: The Story of Anh Trung

Anh Trung is a delivery worker with a dream most people wouldn't expect: he wants to train his voice for public speaking.His challenge isn't a... (9/15/2017)

There's something quietly inspiring about someone who works with their hands all day and then spends their evenings working on their voice. Determination like that doesn't stay small for long.

Looking for Good Books About Money

My guiding principle about money: "Money is responsibility. To have more of it, increase your responsibility — to yourself, your family, your organization, your society,... (9/11/2017)

— Thiện Minh

Why We Don’t Say ‘Phượt’ for Motorbike Travel

There's a folk belief among Vietnamese motorbike travelers: avoid using the word "phượt" before a trip, as it carries unlucky connotations rooted in older Buddhist... (9/11/2017)

— Thiện Minh

Friday Reflections

A few thoughts for this Friday:Three things I return to for learning: a good teacher, a good friend, and a good book. These three have... (9/8/2017)

— Thiện Minh

6 Habits for a Healthy Body and Mind

Six habits that build lasting mental and physical wellness:Daily meditation — even 5 minutes creates a foundation of inner calmRegular exercise — especially outdoors, where... (9/8/2017)

These habits were developed through the "Design Your Life" program. They work — not because they're complicated, but because they're consistent.

A Simple Guide to Beginning Meditation

You don't need special equipment, a particular belief, or years of experience to start meditating. Here is a simple beginning:Find a quiet space. Set aside... (9/7/2017)

— Thiền Minh

Reading the Product Launch Book

After attending Nguyễn Quang Ngọc's "Hurricane Formula" class and being impressed by its practical, results-focused approach, I heard that Tung Sản Phẩm had finally been... (9/5/2017)

There's a particular kind of joy in finding a book that meets you where you are. This is one of those books.

Vietnam Is a Startup Nation

Vietnam is increasingly talked about as a startup nation. But there's a gap between aspiration and reality.In Israel, citizens read approximately 20 books per year.... (9/5/2017)

A startup nation is built one reader at a time.

90% of Humanity Misunderstands Happiness

Happiness is not a feeling. It is not something you wait to receive. It is something you generate — through the act of giving value... (8/24/2017)

Consistent, focused application of these virtues doesn't just make you happier. It makes you someone worth being around.