Rene Liu Turns 57, Reflects on Life's Simple Joys and Annual Wish

Actress Rene Liu marked her 57th birthday on June 1, reflecting on her life with a desire for simplicity and lightness. Known for her role in the 1995 film "Siao Yu" (少女小漁), for which she won the Asia-Pacific Film Festival Best Actress award, Liu shared her evolving perspective on life and aging.

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At this age, I seem to want everything to be lighter, not too heavy.

Liu expressed a newfound apprehension towards overly sentimental reflections or "chicken soup for the soul" platitudes. "At this age, I seem to want everything to be lighter, not too heavy," she stated. Her current happiness stems from simple joys: seeing her family well and content, engaging in activities she loves with people she enjoys, maintaining curiosity about the world, and continuing her creative pursuits.

She finds happiness in small, seemingly insignificant things, like a slight decrease in body fat, enjoying favorite foods, or taking a wonderful trip. These accumulated moments form the foundation of the life she cherishes. Since turning 35, Liu's consistent birthday wish has been "peace and health" (平安健康).

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Peace and health.

Reflecting on her past belief that wishes could manifest outcomes, Liu now recognizes that achieving well-being is an ongoing personal effort. She humorously misinterpreted the adage "cherish the moment," initially thinking it meant indulging freely. Now, she understands that to continue enjoying the present, one must prioritize exercise, moderation, early sleep, mindful eating, and significant self-control. Liu also acknowledged the undeniable reality of no longer being able to pretend to be young.

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To continue enjoying the present, one must prioritize exercise, moderation, early sleep, less eating, and more restraint.