Living by principles, a wonderful choice

Rules do, often, have their basis in a broader principle, and tracing our rules back to our own principles is the first step in the journey. However, if we then enforce those principles in the same authoritarian way we tried to enforce rules, then we haven’t really gone very far in our journey.

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Clarity, the essence of communication

We learn so many subjects in our lifetime and try to disseminate our knowledge either orally or in writing. It is questionable whether we have succeeded in speaking to the point or writing clearly. When communication fails, it leads to numerous problems. When an Act of Parliament is ambiguous, it is referred to the Supreme Court for interpretation.

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Thorns on the Side

Optimal ageing

There are more centenarians in the world than ever before, with Japan alone having more than 51,000 people who are over 100. The life expectancy of men and women in many countries, including developing countries, has increased sharply over the past few decades.

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