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Feel-Good Inspirations

As we all know, Sunday is the vital day to be recharged and renew our energy for positive vibes to set the tone for the week ahead. As we are still facing the #stay-at-home mode,  staying inspired is something you have to work on a little. You can consider tuning in to a playlist during an easy Sunday afternoon, or evening to get rejuvenated and be inspired by what the world has to offer you. The music you tune in can change the way you feel, and see the world. If you need a little bit of motivation, tuning in to some of this music may help! Music is a powerful force. The right tune can make you stay focus, take action, or want to become a better version of yourself. Some songs have the power to unite people and some motivate us to see the BEAUTY in the world. -Refinement Society   1. Stronger (What doesn't kill you)- By Kelly Clarkson via VEVO "What doesn't kill you makes you a fighter."   This song, by Kelly Clarkson, is an American Idol  'Season 1' winne

Book Club

"Change the way you Read, Live the Way You Change" -Refinement Society Books A Refined person not only appreciates Art, Culture, Taste, and many Fine things in life, he or she READS to awaken their creative qualities, inspiration, pleasure, joy, and MENTAL Balance. Welcome to the Refinement Society Book Club. We find books that we like and recommend especially for the discerning palate- those with a hunger to thrive and not only strive.  We have listed the books that we like so that you can quickly find the best solutions and inspirations for your refined life. Feel free to share with us books that you like or even your own books and our editorial team will review and might add them to our RS Book Club once approved. Books   1. Self-Help/Self-Enrichment If You Want to Achieve GREATNESS, stop asking for permissions.  Image Credit: MPH Bookstore Online RS Book Code No. 1:1 What :  Title     - The Image Factor Who : Author: Teresa Dian Chew Where: MPH Bookstore Online Retail P

'KEBAYA dress' remembering the heritage

Hari Raya Aidilfitri marks the end of Ramadan, which also marks one of the important celebrations for the Muslim community and one of the biggest holidays in Malaysia.  Image Credit: Author Teresa Dian Chew in the Raya attire meeting up-and-close with Tun Dr. Mahathir. A Raya courtesy visit to Politician, Statesman, and                                   4th and 7th Prime Minister, Tun Dr. Mahathir bin Mohamad, at his official residence in Putrajaya pre-covid19, a while ago.  Pre-covid19, the ' Rumah Terbuka ' or 'Open House' concept is prevalent in the Malaysian cultural heritage especially during major festivals and celebrations like the Hari Raya Aidilfitri, Chinese New Year, Deepavali, and Christmas. His Majesty, the King of Malaysia and, the Prime Minister, the government officials, and leaders also hold open houses for the public at their official residences. Open Houses are an integral part of the Malaysian culture where different communities come together to sh