by Emily Chang | Mar 27, 2023 | Explorer, Learner, The Spare Room
I recently learned this word: Neoteny. It refers to retaining childlike attributes, often referring to physical features. Yet I’m intrigued to extend the idea. What if we applied the idea to the way we engage with the world? It could encourage us to cultivate a...
by Emily Chang | Jan 23, 2023 | Explorer, Family, The Spare Room
Our family loves seeing the world and I firmly believe that travel is the key to building empathy and wisdom. In fact, the best gift I can give Laini is to expose her to as much of the world as possible. That’s why we love service holidays! Our family goes...
by SL Admin | Dec 26, 2022 | Explorer, Family, Learner, The Spare Room
It’s taken me a while to post about Parenthood: The Unconference. I mean, when the royals of Abu Dhabi kick off an event held at the massive Etihad Arena, one can’t help but pause and drink it in. During the three-day conference, we discussed the...
by Emily Chang | Oct 24, 2022 | Explorer, Learner, The Spare Room
I recently started posting the occasional The Spare Room Challenge of the Day. This week, I shared a video that I took right when we realized our flight back to China had been delayed. Picture this: I’m with my teenage daughter, who’s anxious about...
by Emily Chang | Oct 10, 2022 | Explorer, Learner, The Spare Room
According to the World Health Organization, the objective of World Mental Health Day is to raise awareness of mental health issues around the world and to mobilize efforts in support of mental health. Today provides an opportunity for all stakeholders working on...
by Emily Chang | Jul 2, 2022 | Explorer, Learner
In fact, the brothers began their career in the printing trade and then opened a bicycle shop. In addition to selling and fixing bikes, the brothers developed their own self-oiling bicycle wheel hub. I love that they approached every venture with such creativity! At...
