Winning in terms of gameplay might be straightforward, but winning in terms of social dynamics is the real challenge.

The Werewolf game is a wildly popular social board game in China, enjoyed by groups of 4 to 10 players. It’s a versatile game that can be played in various settings, whether it’s a post-meal gathering or any other social occasion. The game has gained immense popularity, transcending friend circles. For instance, our orchestra crew delved into intense games of werewolf in the hotel lobby until the late hours during our tour, while the scientist squads (or actually, professors) engaged in a gripping round when they were unexpectedly confined indoors due to a rainstorm during a conference reception. The game, in both its original form and its various adaptations, has become ubiquitous. You can find the original physical cards, limited-edition golden-plated versions, and even online mini-program software on WeChat, making it accessible even when you don’t have the physical cards. ...

Ariana Grande’s “goodnight n go” has an incredibly special place in my heart. It’s not just a song; it’s an emotional journey that I embark on every time I listen to it. At first, I was drawn to its dreamy and beautiful melody, and it quickly became my second favorite song. However, over time, it has come to mean so much more to me. One of the most powerful parts of the song, for me, is the following part, as it reminds me of moments in my own life when I didn’t want to say goodbye to someone I cared about. ...

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October is going to be fun. Nobel Prize will be out in early October and later followed by the Ballon d’Or. Vamos Messi!!!

Another conversation, from one of my early flute lessons.

Following yesterday’s post, as promised, here’s an analysis of the model in the series of papers.

i was like, what in the world is this?! anyway here’s the model. without literature review or intro.

(sometimes) way too good at camouflage, can’t see what i am i just see what i’m not.

Not everything can be pigeonholed into the polarized spectrum of demand, supply, and utility. Thinking about these phenomenons, like priming effect, is fun. But do I accept them? Well in terms of research, I gotta be honest, a more rigorous economic perspective is more preferable.