Words Contain Cultures

Certain languages and cultures have words that are hard, or even impossible to translate, as a whole lot of stories and mythology have gone into the particular meaning of the word.

Translating these words does away with the true meaning and intent of the original word.

• Avoid at all costs the cliches of the thousands of writers who have gone before you.
• When you’re choosing words and stringing them together, be aware of how they sound.
• Use words you enjoy and that are vivid.

When people have the first-hand experience of pain and suffering, the desire to help arises from deep within, as they know the intricate details, and are motivated to help others who are in peril. This is called the Altruism born of suffering.

People who haven't experienced similar hards...