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“Unique,” “Original,” and “Irreplaceable”
Today was incredibly productive; I managed to write two essays back-to-back, and I’m quite pleased with both. As I was leaving home to teach this afternoon, a phrase often used in American pop culture came to mind: “I’m unlike any other” or “There’s no one like me.” These expressions are used with a positive connotation, Continue reading
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Pronunciation and Calligraphy
Recently, I have been contemplating the similarities between pronunciation in language learning and calligraphy in the world of art. The more I think about it, the more I realize how closely related these two disciplines are, as both pronunciation and calligraphy require a conscious and artistic approach. They demand focus and alertness, even a certain Continue reading
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The three pillars
English has three fundamental pillars: vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation. If you have the time and the willingness to relearn English from these three foundational elements, it will be easier, faster, and more proficient for you to use English for any purpose in the future. Learning these basics is like building physical fitness through activities like Continue reading
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Creating oneself, finding oneself, and being oneself
Introduction Back in 2015, I was invited to be a guest on a national TV show. Right before stepping on stage, I experienced the worst case of stage fright I had ever felt. Panicking, I asked the director, “Do you have any advice for me?” He responded with what I thought was the most cliché Continue reading
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Horizontal learning and vertical learning
Wisdom, often regarded as the pinnacle of human understanding and insight, can be acquired through two distinct methodologies: horizontal learning and vertical learning. Horizontal learning involves gathering lessons from a multitude of sources, essentially learning from the experiences and knowledge of others. On the other hand, vertical learning emphasizes deep introspection, contemplation, and reflection on Continue reading
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The three compasses
When life’s challenges seem overwhelming, I often hear the familiar advice: “use your head,” “listen to your heart,” or “trust your gut.” To me, these pieces of wisdom symbolize the trio of reason, emotions, and intuition—our personal compass needles guiding us through the complexities of life. Yet, in my experience, these needles rarely align, leading Continue reading
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Personal projects
Do you know what cigarettes and schools have in common? At first glance, they seem completely unrelated; but be patient, delve deeper with me, and you might discover an interesting relationship that profoundly affects your behavior and the structure of society. To save you time, let me answer the question for you: Cigarettes and educational Continue reading
Tập Viết
Tập Viết là một dự án cá nhân của Nguyễn Tiến Đạt (sutucon), nơi tác giả viết các bài luận tiếng Anh và tiếng Việt về những chủ đề tự bản thân suy nghĩ, rồi làm chú thích từ mới và chia sẻ tới cộng đồng. Tập Viết là dự án chị em của Tập Đọc.
Tập Viết 