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ay, I had the pleasure of meeting a foreign young man who was in search of a Chinese name. After learning more about him, I suggested the name "Wei", which means "greatness" or "powerful". He was delighted with the name and the meaning behind it. As we continued to chat, he shared more about his interests and hobbies. He spoke of his love for nature and adventure, and how he often sought out new and exciting experiences. With this in mind, I suggested the name "Shan", which means "mountain". He loved the idea of being associated with the majestic beauty and strength of mountains. Finally, we talked about his personality and character traits. He was kind, empathetic, and always willing to lend a helping hand. With these qualities in mind, I suggested the name "Ren", which means "benevolent" or "kind-hearted". He was touched by the name and felt that it truly spoke to who he was as a person. After our conversation, he thanked me for taking the time to help him find a name that suited him so well. I was happy to have helped him and wished him all the best in his new name and life in China. I was grateful for this experience, as it reminded me of the power and significance of a name. A name is not just a label, but it holds meaning and can shape a person's identity and destiny. It also reminded me of the importance of being mindful and intentional when naming our children, as we are essentially giving them a part of their identity that they will carry with them for the rest of their lives.