Post a great inspirational lines of wisdom from a great man. Read it and begin your new week with a bang.
"Until one is committed there is hesitancy,
the chance to draw back,
always ineffectiveness.
Concerning all acts of initiative (and creation)
there is one elementary truth
the ignorance of which
kills countless ideas and splendid plans:
that the moment one definitely commits oneself,
then Providence moves too.
All sorts of things occur to help one
that would never otherwise have occurred.
A whole stream of events issues from the decision
raising in one's favour all manner of unforeseen incidents
and meetings and material assistance
which no man would have dreamed would have come his way.
Whatever you can do or dream you can do,
begin it.
Boldness has genius, power and magic in it.
Begin it now."
-- Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, 1749-1832
German poet, dramatist, novelist, and philosopher
Monday, August 6, 2007
Saturday, August 4, 2007
Why there are crimes?
It seems that there are tragic news everyday here in this country. What is really going on spiritually?
Why are there crimes? I thought about it, and conclude there are many reasons why people commit crimes. It may be revenge, by mistake or psychological satisfaction.
Reasons people commit crimes:
1. anger
2. hurt
3. drugs/alcohol
4. revenge
5. dares
6. stupidity
7. mental problems
8. recognition
These are roughly the reasons.
In further insight, crimes are done to avoid pain and/or gain pleasure. You see, everyone is selfish and does EVERYTHING they do to either avoid pain and/or gain pleasure.
Hitler and Mother Teresa for example, both did everything they did for 100% selfish reasons, however, Mother Teresa gained pleasure and avoided pain by helping people. Hitler, on the other hand, gained pleasure and avoided pain by killing massive amounts of people and trying to gain world domination.
Strange, but if you think about it for only a minute. it will become obvious to you.
I guess the best is to become positive selfish for a good cause.
Why are there crimes? I thought about it, and conclude there are many reasons why people commit crimes. It may be revenge, by mistake or psychological satisfaction.
Reasons people commit crimes:
1. anger
2. hurt
3. drugs/alcohol
4. revenge
5. dares
6. stupidity
7. mental problems
8. recognition
These are roughly the reasons.
In further insight, crimes are done to avoid pain and/or gain pleasure. You see, everyone is selfish and does EVERYTHING they do to either avoid pain and/or gain pleasure.
Hitler and Mother Teresa for example, both did everything they did for 100% selfish reasons, however, Mother Teresa gained pleasure and avoided pain by helping people. Hitler, on the other hand, gained pleasure and avoided pain by killing massive amounts of people and trying to gain world domination.
Strange, but if you think about it for only a minute. it will become obvious to you.
I guess the best is to become positive selfish for a good cause.
Thursday, August 2, 2007
Words have immeasurble powers
I read about Marie Callas talking about the power of words.
They are powerful. Don't you think so?
Words can shape histories. Dynasties and kingdoms were destroyed and created because of words. Good or ills, words are responsible for shaping them.
Personally I have experienced the powers of the negative words having great effects in my life. Someone told me off very negatively when I was rather young and his words have stuck in my minds like a leech and followed me throughout my growing years.
That is why being a parent now, I really have to be careful with words. You never know that a sincere reprimand could resonate badly in the mind of your kids and they grow to detest you or suffering low confidence because of your words.
Sometimes I find that brief positive words delivered in a short span of time with impact and emotions and verve can sometimes effect positive.
That's what we all should be doing.
They are powerful. Don't you think so?
Words can shape histories. Dynasties and kingdoms were destroyed and created because of words. Good or ills, words are responsible for shaping them.
Personally I have experienced the powers of the negative words having great effects in my life. Someone told me off very negatively when I was rather young and his words have stuck in my minds like a leech and followed me throughout my growing years.
That is why being a parent now, I really have to be careful with words. You never know that a sincere reprimand could resonate badly in the mind of your kids and they grow to detest you or suffering low confidence because of your words.
Sometimes I find that brief positive words delivered in a short span of time with impact and emotions and verve can sometimes effect positive.
That's what we all should be doing.
Monday, July 30, 2007
Iraq: new Asian Champions!
This is really what fairytale from the sporting world is all about. Don't you think so?
Iraq, a nation torn apart by sectarian violence with bombs going off almost everyday killing many people, has become the new Asian football champions after beating Saudi 1-0 in the final.
For some surreal moments, the people there sang and danced united. This shows that sports is the only thing that can really unite the races and religions and turned people sane for the moment while the game is going on.
This is a spiritual lesson and experience for the whole world.
Iraq, a nation torn apart by sectarian violence with bombs going off almost everyday killing many people, has become the new Asian football champions after beating Saudi 1-0 in the final.
For some surreal moments, the people there sang and danced united. This shows that sports is the only thing that can really unite the races and religions and turned people sane for the moment while the game is going on.
This is a spiritual lesson and experience for the whole world.
Monday, July 23, 2007
Meditate for a good sleep
You had a long and stressful day at work and now you are ready to relax and prepare yourself for bed. But somehow, your mind just wouldn’t switch off. You’re still thinking of the events that happened at work today, or are worried about the important meeting you’re going to have tomorrow.
The above scenario happens to many people as most of us experience some form of insomnia at some stage of our lives. Factors like work stress, a newborn child, or illness can add physical and emotional anxiety to our lives, robbing us of the quality sleep that we badly need in order to function properly.
A very effective method to calm our minds is through meditation. I meditate as much as I can from the instructions Marie Callas has taught.
There are many types of meditation, and different people do it for different reasons. For me, meditation relieves stress, restores inner peace and promotes a healthier state. Meditation is also especially helpful if I want to fall asleep. Think about it.. it really helps.
Generally, I sit in a quiet location free from distraction, dim the lights, put my feet firmly on the floor, wear loose clothing that would not restrict breathing, and close my eyes. Sometimes I play some soft background music and it takes about 10 to 15 mins.
Well, temporary or not, meditation will still be useful if it can just give us those extra few hours of sleep and make the quality of our lives slightly better. Try it to see if it works for you.
The above scenario happens to many people as most of us experience some form of insomnia at some stage of our lives. Factors like work stress, a newborn child, or illness can add physical and emotional anxiety to our lives, robbing us of the quality sleep that we badly need in order to function properly.
A very effective method to calm our minds is through meditation. I meditate as much as I can from the instructions Marie Callas has taught.
There are many types of meditation, and different people do it for different reasons. For me, meditation relieves stress, restores inner peace and promotes a healthier state. Meditation is also especially helpful if I want to fall asleep. Think about it.. it really helps.
Generally, I sit in a quiet location free from distraction, dim the lights, put my feet firmly on the floor, wear loose clothing that would not restrict breathing, and close my eyes. Sometimes I play some soft background music and it takes about 10 to 15 mins.
Well, temporary or not, meditation will still be useful if it can just give us those extra few hours of sleep and make the quality of our lives slightly better. Try it to see if it works for you.
Thursday, July 19, 2007
Finding Happiness
Working 24/7 will not help you to be really happy unless you are workaholic. But, it is also true that, we should find joy in your work so that we will not dread working. That another skill we need to learn. But, let’s focus on enjoying today.
Take some time out and delicate the time to your favorite hobby or sports. I personally love to play soccer and watch animations. I find that when I am engross in the things I love, my mind sort of forget everything about the reality. Problems are gone! My heart becomes as light as a feather and I would laugh at myself at times. I was really enjoying and having fun! The most important thing is that I am HAPPY.
It may be short term happiness but please gives your mind and heart time to relax and enjoy too. In the long run, your heart and mind are also healthier. In addition, you will look forward in enjoying your favorite pastime and life becomes easier as well as happier.
The pursuit of happiness is not just about having everything you ever wanted, but also personal space that you can distress and enjoy at times. Now, spare some time for your hobby, I am sure they miss you as well.
Take some time out and delicate the time to your favorite hobby or sports. I personally love to play soccer and watch animations. I find that when I am engross in the things I love, my mind sort of forget everything about the reality. Problems are gone! My heart becomes as light as a feather and I would laugh at myself at times. I was really enjoying and having fun! The most important thing is that I am HAPPY.
It may be short term happiness but please gives your mind and heart time to relax and enjoy too. In the long run, your heart and mind are also healthier. In addition, you will look forward in enjoying your favorite pastime and life becomes easier as well as happier.
The pursuit of happiness is not just about having everything you ever wanted, but also personal space that you can distress and enjoy at times. Now, spare some time for your hobby, I am sure they miss you as well.
Wednesday, July 18, 2007
Looking for "Instant" Success
It seems like youngsters and kids nowadays don't have much hunger in their bellies.
Why do I say that?
My oldest boy, who is 8 year-old, is slightly worrying me. He has this growing habit of everything being served to him in a silver platter. I know he is still young you may say. Well, that is where the habit may stick to him forever! As a father I can only send him to the doorstep and encourage him to step in but if he is hesitant or lazy to go in himself, that's where problems will come.
I don't really like people to have a dependent mindset on others as I prefer everyone to be independent when it comes to grinding things out. Right, a team discussion is understandable when there are some problems, and that's what I like. And that's what I tell my juniors when they come to me for problems.
For them, the unknown is not worth trying, and leaving your comfort zone is a bad decision. Instant result and success are what they want, but they forget there's always a series of hardwork before anyone can taste the success.
Do you know people in your life who don't want to work hard and just want success NOW?
Why do I say that?
My oldest boy, who is 8 year-old, is slightly worrying me. He has this growing habit of everything being served to him in a silver platter. I know he is still young you may say. Well, that is where the habit may stick to him forever! As a father I can only send him to the doorstep and encourage him to step in but if he is hesitant or lazy to go in himself, that's where problems will come.
I don't really like people to have a dependent mindset on others as I prefer everyone to be independent when it comes to grinding things out. Right, a team discussion is understandable when there are some problems, and that's what I like. And that's what I tell my juniors when they come to me for problems.
For them, the unknown is not worth trying, and leaving your comfort zone is a bad decision. Instant result and success are what they want, but they forget there's always a series of hardwork before anyone can taste the success.
Do you know people in your life who don't want to work hard and just want success NOW?
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