The selection of one "kanji" (Chinese character) that best represents the year has become an established tradition in Japan in recent years.This year, the character, "hen," whose meanings include "change" and "strange," was chosen from the numerous ideas that were submitted for consideration. Per tradition, Seihan Mori, chief priest at the Kiyomizu ( Read more... )

In my experience, the best creative work is never done when one is unhappy.
Albert Einstein

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Мой жизненный опыт говорит, что невозможно наиболее полно проявить себя в творческой деятельности, если ты несчастлив.
Альберт Эйнштейн.

Keep it simple.                                     Говори просто. 
The more you say                        Чем больше говоришь                                                                    
the less people remember.           Тем меньше люди запомнят.

Chinese proverb (?)