The portrait has multiple facial lines and shapes, referencing to the state of skepticism and self- doubt. However, at the same time the eyes on the faces are steady and calm, grounding the mind. The figure is wearing what looks like a qipao (cheongsam) with Mandarin collars, reflecting my Taiwanese heritage. The garments are in bright colours and patterns, a reminder that although we are in an unsettling period of time, there is still so many positives that came out of the pandemic. We need to remain hopeful so we can do better in the future. We need to continue to dream … to progress and find fulfillment; to live in a beautiful state.