“Sweet scents red tulips, red tulips bring such happiness. Our hearts are full of pleasure.” – Natasa Tocuc.
Life is some philosophy to anyone, but not everyone’s real life is hope, joy, or despair. Socrates is possibly the father of philosophy in Western philosophy, and Jean studied his books to find the answer or solution in our sign languages and Deaf Culture. What about Aristotle, Plato, and Pythagoras? Many academics pointed out the first three philosophers in their scholarly thesis papers: Socrates, Plato and Aristotle. Did anyone know there was/were disabled Greek people in the mythology? The people were Larunda, Tiresias and Hephaestus, and their disabilities were mute, blind and clubfoot.
Mm, let us look at the chart here. There are more than five key branches – epistemology (knowledge and truth), metaphysics (reality and being), logic (argumentation and reason), axiology (aesthetics and ethics), and political philosophy (the state and government).
In Jean’s diverse and multifaceted life, Jean takes on multiple roles, including being an advocate for the D/deaf community both at work and at home. Over the years, Jean has been honoured with several awards for her contributions to this community. Those in leadership must recognise her essential role in advocating for individuals with disabilities, particularly those who are deaf or hard of hearing. Jean’s ultimate goal is to impact the lives of those around her positively, and she is dedicated to achieving this through her work.
“Focus on your strengths, not your weaknesses.
Focus on your character, not your reputation.
Focus on your blessings, not your misfortunes.”
— Roy T. Bennett
Jean relishes collaborating with her partner and furry companions in her leisure time on various gardening endeavours. Jean owes her gardening acumen to the benevolent guidance of her departed grandparents and other kindred spirits who graciously imparted their wisdom. Although Jean hailed from Hamilton with minimal gardening exposure, she spent countless school breaks in the countryside with her grandparents, honing her horticultural skills. Jean is deeply grateful for the invaluable knowledge they bestowed on her and is enthusiastic about further advancing her gardening expertise through perpetual education and development.
“If we should be blessed by some great reward, such as fame or fortune, it’s the fruit of a seed planted by us in the past.”
— Bodhidharma
Jean is a remarkable individual who serves as an inspiration to many. Despite her disabilities, she refuses to let anything hinder her from experiencing life to the fullest with such strength and determination is truly inspiring. Whether at home or work, Jean always finds ways to overcome any obstacles that come her way. Her passion for nature is evident in the garden with her dogs, where she is truly in her element. Watching her flowers, fruits, and vegetables grow brings her immense joy, and she is always eager to share her harvest with others. Her beautiful gardens are a sight to behold, and even her neighbours cannot help but appreciate their beauty. Each season brings something new and exciting, and Jean’s positive attitude and determination are truly remarkable. She is a shining example of overcoming challenges and living a fulfilling life. She is an accurate role model for anyone facing difficulties, showing us all that we can lead a fulfilling life with hard work and perseverance.
“Blessing must arise from within your own mind. It is not something that comes from outside.”
— Dalai Lama
“Always remember to forget the troubles that passed away. But never forget to remember the blessings that come each day.”
— Irish Proverb
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