Mind & Spirit

Benjamin Johnson May 08, 2018 21

Lin Biao (December 5, 1907 – September 13, 1971) was a marshal of the People’s Republic of China. In 1966, he became known as the second in command to Mao Zedong and was named his successor. Lin adhered as closely…

Benjamin Johnson May 08, 2018 2

A new study has found that violent crime changes youths’ sleep patterns the night immediately following the crime, and changes patterns of the stress hormone cortisol the following day. Both may then disrupt academic performance in students. Almost 1.2 million… The post Why Crime Affects a Youth’s Academic Performance appeared first on Vision Times.

Benjamin Johnson May 07, 2018 3

Deliberate practice is essential for improving a wide range of skills important for everyday life, from tying shoelaces to reading and writing. Yet despite its importance for developing basic skills, academic success, and expertise, we know little about the development…

Benjamin Johnson Feb 28, 2018 19

The Analects of Confucius is a collection of sayings and ideas collected by his students around 500 B.C. during China’s Warring States period. As ancient as it is, the values behind the words withstand the test of time. Man’s life… The post The Words of Wisdom in the ‘Analects of Confucius,’ Part I appeared first on Vision Times.

Benjamin Johnson Jan 26, 2018 101

In the long history of Chinese civilization, harmony has always been a highly valued virtue. Chinese people have always put an emphasis on harmony. It encompasses the fundamental principles of nature, society, and humanity. It is also a prerequisite for…

Benjamin Johnson Oct 25, 2017 2

A Taiwanese man recently spoke about an experience that alarmed him. It was his neighbor’s vision of karma in another dimension. He tells his story now to help others understand the need to be...

Benjamin Johnson Sep 11, 2017 368

Sitting cross-legged is regarded as the most basic form of meditation postures. How we sit will affect the level of tranquility during meditation. For a beginner, this is a very important...

Benjamin Johnson Jul 25, 2017 11

Lying on the street may be considered unsightly, but crowds have been seen shamelessly lying on the Danbi Bridge, a passageway made of white marble (the Chinese called it “white jade”) leading to...

Benjamin Johnson Jul 20, 2017 7

An old lady walked into my traditional Chinese medicine clinic surrounded by the laughter of her children and grandchildren. When the old granny told me about her severe foot pain, the youngsters...