I’m currently reading: There’s a state (of mind) called She-De.
There’s no exact translation to english of this word. The structure of chinese words is based on using combination of single-meaning words to form new word with a different meaning.
She 舍 means let it go.
De 得 means Gain.
She-De 舍得 means let it go. But the message beneath its literal meaning is much more. The real message (@chinese culture): Only if you let go something, you’ll gain something. Other way to say it: When you lose something, you gain something; When a door is closed, a door will be open.
It’s an open mind idea to me! Personally, I’ve experienced several times this feeling
- I didn’t give up my comfort life in Argentina, I wouldn’t be able to LIVE with passional (although stressed out often as well).
- If I didn’t break up with my ex-bf, I wouldn’t have met and married the most wonderful man in the world!
- If I don’t put down my judgements, I wouldn’t make many great friends.
Q: Have you experienced She De?
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Look this colorful meal that I made yesterday.
Tj’s Harvest Grain
Omelet made with 2 eggs, 1 oz. goat cheese, mushrooms and spinach
sorry goat cheese lovers. I can’t join you! 😦 I ate the whole plate but didn’t enjoy it much. The smell is just too strong. Is this an acquire taste thing? Should I give it another try?
Snacking all day long this combo: sprouted sunflower seeds + cranberries
and leftover homemade pizza (the best pizza crust ever! ;)) with steamed Tj’s green beans with ketchup. YUM~~
I think I need to get the other crust from the freezer tonight… I’m already craving for more pizza! 😆
Q: What’s your favorite movie genre?
Balance, Joy and Delicias 