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Introduction I have never denied that a major purpose of this blog was not only to educate the next generation, but also to jot down notes for a future, more forgetful version of myself - all while trying to generate a bit of passive income . However, the reality is that the income is negligible compared to the sheer effort required. A single day of locum wages can easily match two years of AdSense revenue , yet each blog post takes hours of planning, drafting, and finalization. Because of this, I have established my own set of rules: I now prefer to update or refresh existing posts rather than constantly creating new ones. A few days ago, a colleague asked me, "If it doesn't generate money, what keeps you writing new articles?" Well, not all efforts in life yield immediate financial results. One way or another, you just keep trying and hoping for the best. In fact, we tend to get addicted to the things we can control, like how quickly we can finish and publish a blog p...

Introduction "Time and tide wait for no man". We hear this constantly, whether from the CEO of Nvidia or from artificial intelligence companies pushing the narrative that AI is the new norm - one we must either embrace or be left behind by. Everywhere we turn, people are offering advice on how to optimize AI in our daily work. However, while I feel a sense of excitement about these advancements, I also harbour some serious reservations. The Illusion of the Infographic The most immediate impact I see in daily life is the lightning-fast generation of AI videos and infographics. Yet, far from being excited by these excellent graphics, I find myself a bit old-fashioned; I am not a person who loves visuals for the sake of it. In fact, it often takes more time to digest an infographic because we have to decipher the sequence and figure out the core message. More critically, infographics risk omitting crucial details that we might easily dismiss. We need to look beyond mere fascina...

Introduction I recently bought a Mi Box for home use so that my family and I could watch a show together. However, I was disappointed to realize that TV shows are no longer the sole form of entertainment, and people are increasingly turning to their smartphones for entertainment. Gone are the days when we would all sit on the sofa together, waiting for the next episode of a drama series. Reframe Rest In today's connected world, it can be difficult to find time for ourselves. Even on our off days, our lives are filled with small distractions , such as receiving work calls or text messages at lunch or while shopping. More often than not, we neglect to see how these tiny distractions have affected our personal lives, built up stress and undermined our happiness in important moments. In fact, the feeling of burnout is a direct result of our always-on culture. One way to reclaim our personal time is to create clear boundaries between work and life. Instead of being available at all time...

Introduction According to my grandmother, once we graduate, it is our responsibility to find a job and support ourselves and we should never be a parasite to our parents. As you would have expected, I work as a pharmacist after graduation. Do I love my job? It is more of a mixed of tiredness and satisfaction. Some days are exhausting, making me wish for nothing more than finish work on time and head home. Sometimes, the discomforts or headaches at work just vanish the moment I go home. Similar to many of you, I shared the same dream of having enough money to enjoy life without having to work. Working for a Living It is important to distinguish between chasing dreams and working for a living . The daily jobs we do at work are not solely driven by passion, but by the pay cheque that arrives gracefully at the end of each month. Hence, whenever you lose motivation or feel too tired to go work, tell yourself, you are not just going to work, but you are earning the resources to continue livi...

Introduction Entering the workforce can be a culture shock. Things that were once clear-cut may now be more complicated. Common Sense I distinctly recall my colleague advising a junior pharmacist, "You will notice that my approach to handling customers varies depending on the individual. Each person requires a unique approach, depending on how close we are and their personality. It is impossible for me to guide you through every scenario, so you will need to develop some common sense." I nodded in agreement. One of the challenges I have observed is the difficulty in fostering the so-called common sense in each individual. Nurtured under different cultural backgrounds and exposed to diverse experiences, we all possess distinct working styles. Somehow, common sense is not so common. Personally, I find it simpler to provide a junior with a comprehensive overview of crucial steps and knowledge when pressed for time to verify their work. Years ago, I encountered an instance where ...