Empanada, gyoza, pierogi, jiaozi, ravioli, samosa… each their own mini masterpiece. Dumplings make the absolute most of their resources, don’t they? Popular enough to exist in nearly every culture, they turn the basics into something quite evolved. This comfort food may seem simple but, in actuality, demands technique and mastery. The victorious dumpling reminds us that the internal work comes first. Only then will your grit, focus, and determination pay off. What have you been chipping away at? Brain stuff? Work stuff? Heart stuff? Take a step back and look deep inside at what you’ve accomplished. Celebrate. But don’t stop there, your personal evolution isn’t over. This mini meal is part of something greater. Take this moment, dumpling victor, and enjoy your little bundle of satisfaction before you move on to your next challenge. And worry not, the expertise you have cultivated will always remain with you, even after your external circumstances shift.