“People without knowledge of their past, history or culture is a like a tree without roots.”
-Irish Quote
សួស្តី! Hello!
I’m Sothy. សុធី។
Welcome! As the first generation Khmer Krom living abroad, it can be mighty confusing to figure out who you are or why you are here. This site was created for two reasons. Firstly, to help you explore your culture, identity and ultimately help you find your place in the world just like what I am doing right now. Secondly, to help advocate for the voices of the Khmer Krom people, who like the cherteal tree, stands unrecognized as the Indigenous Peoples of the Mekong Delta and its surrounding region.
Whatever reason brings you here, know that you will learn, find inspiration, belonging and be unstoppable in helping to make the world a better place.
LATEST POSTS
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Tips on overcoming the challenges of Intermittent Fasting
Overwhelming success? Nope! Works? Yes so far. Should you try it? Yes. I wanted to write this post to share some of the challenges I have faced since I embarked on this journey in February [see original post here]. Finding the right time to fast. When determining the best time window for your fast, consider
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Life’s little blessings
It is in the fresh air we breathe into our lungs. It is in the kisses and warm cuddles of my little ones as they awaken from their sleep. It is in the smell of my freshly brewed cup of coffee, rich and strong. It is in the misty rain that falls from the clouds,
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A new day and a blank canvas
When was the last time you watched the sun rise? Rising slowly above the horizon from the east, the sun brings our world out of darkness with its rays of light and energy. What is it about the sunrise that brings us hope, peace and a sense of new beginnings? I don’t always get to
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Life is like the changing leaves
As I gaze out at the blue skies and the trees, I am struck by the sense of peace and tranquility that nature provides, like the warmth and embrace of a loving mother towards her child. Life is like a leaf. Under the right conditions, such as water, soil and warmth, the bud of a
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Winning the first battle and Keeping it Consistent
In January, I did a post on Fitness goals and wrote about the importance of starting right and being prepared the day or the night before. Today, I wanted to touch on the subject of getting started. The mental battle is often one of the most difficult battles to overcome when it comes to starting
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Change is coming like the season of Spring
It is beautiful here in Florida, warm and humid. A hint of breeze rustles the leaves and gently sways the flowers, as if asking it to dance. It has one year since the pandemic hit our shores. One year of uncertainty, of fear and isolation. Who would have thought that a virus like COVID 19,
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