What Superman once taught me

“How do I look?”A five-year-old me asked my grandma as I stepped out of my room wearing bright blue tights, a red cape and a pair of red wellington boots. On my chest was an unmistakable red “S” on a yellow shield background, a symbol that many boys my age are familiar with.“Just like superman” my grandma, who had bought me the costume, said with a smile and tender fondness that made me beam with excitement. I was now faster than a speeding bullet, more powerful than a locomotive,

May 13, 2024 | BY Rui Pastorin

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To plan or to go with the flow? Middle school students ponder fate & life

Continuing to explore the subject of whether it is better to tackle life with a plan or to just go with the flow, The Young Post is again presenting the best lines and opinions from the remaining essays submitted by Secondary 6 (S6) students from Pui Ching Middle School in this final edition about the topic.From highlighting the importance of striking a balance between planning and going with the flow, to why either one might be the best route to take in life, readers can read the works of more

May 6, 2024 | BY Rui Pastorin

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To plan or to go with the flow?

 Perhaps from the moment we are born, our lives have already been decided for us. Although we don’t know what we will be or how our lives will turn out, everything has already been set in stone. Or has it? Maybe life is more of a blank canvas and it is instead up to us to decide what will be on it. So, is it better to go through life with a plan or to just go with the flow?   The Young Post recently asked this question, with a number of Secondary 6 students from Pui Ching

April 29, 2024 | BY Rui Pastorin

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Be you, whoever you want to be

Many people believe that the moment we are born, we are destined to be someone and we are meant to follow that path from then on. But is it best to believe in destiny and neglect who you want to be?Going with the flow is undeniably the best way to keep yourself adapted to society and not to do anything wrong. Our parents have always told us since childhood that they have drawn the perfect path for us and that if we stay obedient, we are going to have a perfect future, with becoming doctors and

April 22, 2024 | BY Kou Tin U

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Destiny or Empowerment

In recent years, I have found myself contemplating a philosophical question: Who am I? It is a well-known fact that our backgrounds and appearances are predetermined, and we lack the ability to easily change or choose them. We often differentiate ourselves based on our outlooks and behaviours. But how do we define ourselves beyond these aspects?The majority of society argues that our lives are predetermined, and I tend to agree with them to some extent. Optimistic individuals might claim that

April 22, 2024 | BY Cheong Hei Tong

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Steering along the river of life

When pondering the trajectory of our lives, we might compare the journey to the flowing of a river. This river of life sometimes seems to have its own predetermined path, carved through the course of time, suggesting a destiny we are meant to fulfil. It is an alluring thought, but is it better to simply float along on the currents of this river, or is it more prudent to navigate its waters with a calculated plan?Indeed, the philosophy of going with the flow is comforting. It implies trust that

April 15, 2024 | BY Wong Hou Cheng

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Canvas of destiny: the artistry of living between chance and choice

Imagine life as an expansive canvas, where each of us holds a palette brimming with the colours of possibilities. Some artists believe in letting the brush strokes come about spontaneously, revelling in the beauty of serendipity. Others meticulously sketch every line, ensuring their masterpiece unfolds exactly as envisioned. This allegory mirrors the philosophical quandary of navigating life: Is it wiser to drift with the currents of existence or to chart a course with deliberate strokes?In the

April 15, 2024 | BY Lam Kam Him

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Embracing change

When I was young, I was always taught to be a methodical person, to list everything I needed to do in detail and follow through each one, one at a time. However, as I grew older, I came to realise that it’s nearly impossible to strictly adhere to a predetermined plan.One vivid memory that stands out is when I travelled to Japan with my family for a vacation. We had meticulously planned our itinerary, intending to visit each attraction in a sequential manner. Everything seemed to be going

April 8, 2024 | BY Fong Hoi Io, S6B

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The balance of fate and free will in crafting one’s path

There has long been debate around the interplay between fate and free will in shaping the course of human lives. While some believe we are bound to predetermined paths set from birth, others argue we forge our own destinies through independent will and action. In reality, both forces likely play a role in life’s unfolding story. As with many philosophical discussions, finding a balance between opposing viewpoints often brings the greatest wisdom.We are each born into unique circumstances and

April 8, 2024 | BY Ho Chon Teng, S6A

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Shoe Dog: A book about determination

“Let everyone else call your idea crazy … just keep going. Don’t stop. Don’t even think about stopping until you get there, and don’t give much thought to where ‘there’ is. Whatever comes, just don’t stop.” Phil Knight*, co-founder and chairman emeritus of Nike, Inc.In the 1960s, Phil Knight, a shy, rail-thin 24-year-old from Oregon, had what he called a “crazy idea”, which was to introduce and sell Japanese shoes to the American market.Young and determined to pursue

March 11, 2024 | BY Rui Pastorin

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Macanese restaurant Cozinha Aida to close tomorrow

Co-owner, manager and son of the late Macanese* doyenne and celebrity chef Aida de Jesus (aka Dona Aida to her friends and admirers), Manuel António de Jesus told the Post in an interview yesterday that Cozinha Aida is set to close its doors tomorrow.The restaurant is located a courtyard off Avenida de Sidónio Pais. A month after Dona Aida passed away in March 2021 at the age of 105, de Jesus opened Cozinha Aida in her honour, continuing to serve authentic Macanese food** using her original

February 26, 2024 | BY Rui Pastorin

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The internet: the importance of control

In the mid-2000s, I was coming home from school and right as I took my key out to open our door, a CTM* employee was making his way out of our flat. I had no idea who that man was, nor had any clue what CTM even meant. But something new was in our household.As I entered, I took one look at our computer desk and there was a small white object. It had small slits that looked like eyes that glowed green and blinked every now and then. A tail made up of a few wires was connected to our central

February 19, 2024 | BY Rui Pastorin

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The Internet: Double-edged sword

Cassandra Collene Baluyot Adarlo F5, Saint John de Brito School (English Section)        Buckle up, because we’re about to embark on a thrilling journey through the world of the internet! Today, we’re diving deep into the question: Does the internet bring more positive or negative vibes to society?Let’s start with the good stuff. The internet is like a magical portal that connects people from all walks of life. Thanks to social media, we can stay in touch with loved

February 19, 2024 | BY admin

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Hiking adventures in Macau: walking up the city’s highest peaks

During the Christmas holiday, I once again walked all the way to the top of the 158.2-metre Big Taipa Hill (Taipa Grande) before walking to the top of Macau’s highest hill for the first time, the 170.6-metre Coloane Hill (Coloane Alto). This hobby, called hiking or hillwalking, does not simply mean walking up stairs and slopes to me, but a chance to view Macau’s urban landscape and, perhaps more importantly, appreciate its largely conserved countryside.How it became a hobbyA few years ago,

February 5, 2024 | BY Tony Wong

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