Are You The BAKER For The 'BUTTERED BREAD'?
Are You The BAKER For The 'BUTTERED BREAD'? Or have you offloaded yourself from that role? BTW, that is NOT just a role [of your choice] but in life, that is a responsibility you NEITHER can delegate to NOR a responsibility you can just run away because this is one of the [harsh] realities in life which is a GIVEN and is NEVER a choice to make๐น๐น๐นBTW, today's piece is NOT about culinary arts. This is all about LIFE and from the time you effectively cut off that umbilical cord symbolic of your dependence to your parents, from the time you turn to LEGAL AGE, you have taken on that mantle to be the BAKER of your life๐๐๐Truth is, as your very own BAKER of your life, you will be grappling with tons of ingredients that will lead you to countless iterations and combinations. And just to forewarn us all, many times, especially in your 'rookie' years, you will end up with a lot of 'flops', your 'baking outputs' that won't even be worth for consumption because it fails to meet the very basicNo one size fits all. That explains why we're here, to share my 2-cents where it's worth it.
Wednesday, February 1, 2023
Are You The BAKER For The 'BUTTERED BREAD'?
Tuesday, January 31, 2023
Giving Back The Credit To Our Readers
Giving Back The Credit To Our Readers
Securing today another milestone achievement as our readership across the global footprint has now breached NINETY FOUR [94] countries, we'd like to express our sincere appreciation for your continued following of our blogsite. This is just another modest way for us to be Giving Back The Credit To Our Readers for the burgeoning success of our blogsite๐๐๐Withour rattling off the mile-long list of countries from where our kind readers reside, please allow us to express our SPECIAL THANK YOU to our readers ifrom the continents of both UNITED STATES, RUSSIA and CANADA, from the Nordic countries of SWEDEN, FINLAND & NORWAY, from Western Europe countries of IRELAND, U.K. and FRANCE, from the Central Europe countries of ROMANIA and MALTA, from Seychelles and from the Asian countries namely JAPAN, SINGAPORE, MALAYSIA, PAKISTAN amongst others๐๐๐With the faith emanating from all our readers across our global village, please allow me to reaffirm my commitment to KEEP THE FIRE OF YOUR FAITH BURNING, regardless of our UPs and DOWNs. Thankfully, we are grateful that you and your respective families have remained steadfast in protecting your health and your loved ones from the Covid pandemic the past years. My sincere thanks again❗❗❗
That Jolt In Life
That Jolt In Life
Who needs That Jolt In Life? Many of us will likely shrug their shoulders and just shun off that need for That Jolt In Life. In real life, however, That Jolt In Life is not even a choice. Many times in life, that jolt just kicks in and indeed That Jolt In Life happens, not as our choice at all. So, how does That Jolt In Life happen❓❓❓BTW, That Jolt In Life comes in different shapes and forms. It could be as simple as our grocery experience at the supermarket. WHEN inflation goes up and local prices just shoot up, That is a Jolt In Life. WHEN Covid pandemic hit is, That was Jolt In Life, WHEN you've been in the job market for quite sometime and still waiting for that job offer you're angling, That is another Jolt In Life. WHEN you continue to struggle in your day-to-day life [despite all the hard work you're putting up], That is another Jolt In Life. God forbid, when you've been medically ill, off and on, That is another Jolt In Life๐๐๐Monday, January 30, 2023
'EXPECTATION IS THE ROOT OF ALL HEARTACHE'
'EXPECTATION IS THE ROOT OF ALL HEARTACHE'
I am NOT an avid Shakesperean but allow me please to quote the great William Shakespeare that 'EXPECTATION IS THE ROOT OF ALL HEARTACHE'. Surprisingly, despite the fact that this one-liner does NOT sound so poetic, its message really caught me by my lapels. And I can't find a reason to disagree, realizing of late that indeed, that 'EXPECTATION is the ROOT' not just of heartaches but even relationships that have once blossomed in the past only to have a miserable end⏳⏳⏳Akin to the plants recently planted, we tend to put so much expectations in life. Instead of roses and romance, it's not a shocker if what you have now is NETFLIX + NACHOS. Call it minimal effort but if in any way, those small niceties will enrich one's relationship [instead of sabotaging it], go for it dude.Obviously, it's altogether a different thing when it involves politics or business, those moments when the negotiators on the negotiating table are hard-nosed enough. But you'll be surprised, these negotiators have both their feet firmly on the ground such that they know the realistic expectations versus the ideal ones๐๐๐Sunday, January 29, 2023
Quality Matters Over Quantity
Quality Matters Over Quantity
Who says QUANTITY is a thing of the past? Everyone adores quantity. Volume matters. Even as I speak as a layman in terms of Economics, productivity is the very engine that has become the barometer of every country's economy. But hey, hold on, we're not into macro economics but instead more about whether Quality Matters Over Quantity๐๐๐Once we swing over to our life, QUALITY is the hands down winner over QUANTITY. NOT because QUANTITY does NOT matter anymore [because it does, till now BTW but rather because whether you're just doing household chores or your tasks in the workplace or the background preparations before your business opens its curtains during its business hours, anytime your output raises QUALITY issues/concerns, rest assured that is a setback that will literally drive you several steps backward even after you moved forward by a step. Anyone belittling QUALITY and pushing it back behind must be doing a great disservice to himself because that might mean he's digging his own 'grave' because it could precipitate the "START of the END"๐๐๐Regardless the nature of your work, while we do hear work quotas to monitor productivity at work, QUALITY now hovers over QUANTITY. You can be the productivity leader but if your QUALITY SCORE is hugging around the cellar, that is NOT the best spot to stand now in the totem pole. Why? QUALITY issues may impact customer. QUALITY may mean rework [and rework means doubling the production costs, whew]. At work. as much as you need to meet the productivity quota, push QUALITY up the totem pole of your work ethics.๐๐๐When the pandemic hit us, logistical deliveries right at your home's doorsteps became the norm. After two years, which logistical companies still lorded it all over the market? Name it, the old market players like DHL and FEDEX [instead of innovative market players like GRAB]. Why? What's the score? It all boiled down to Quality. When I initiated my online order for a premium wristwatch from Singapore Airlines' KRISSHOP, I was receiving SMS updated every few days right until the very last SMS advising me that the DHL delivery van has now arrived outside my home. Talk about QUALITY❗❗❗
Saturday, January 28, 2023
How To Get Back On Track
How To Get Back On Track
Falling and Failing is NEVER 'un-normal'. I myself I have fallen down and failed several times in my life, some of which were HARD FALLS a weaker soul would not have survived. Even failing recurred in me many times in my life. Alas, as the old clicke goes, "I'M STILL ALIVE AND KICKING". So let's discuss How To Get Back On Track๐๐๐Thing is, NEVER take NO or NON or NEIN as a show-stopper. NO is NOT an option at all. It really doesn't matter if you faltered or failed. And while it's common for us to assume that habits are ALL-or-NOTHING [which means you either work out everyday OR you're sedentary for the rest of your life], a crooked thinking like this cam be dangerous and prevent us from moving on.Some got misguided, in fact, by purposely missing out one opportunity, [wrongly] thinking for example by NOT working out for a day WON'T affect habit formation. Studies have proven that wrong, Instead, studies tell us that we should endeavor working towards avoiding the second missed opportunity. Avoiding a 'second mistake' is really key for us NOT to fall in the same trap againThe key here is that we should NEVER skip a habit twice. Consistency is more important than perfection, in fact. Just DON'T lose time or energy mulling over the missed opportunity. Instead, focus your mind on getting back on track. STARTING EASY is another simple proven trick as confirmed in studies. If for example your goal is to implement a new workout regime into your routine, you should aim for a behavior that has the least friction.Friday, January 27, 2023
Is Your Life 'ON A DOWNSLOPE'
Is Your Life 'ON A DOWNSLOPE'
Anything that downslope offers us the most scenic shots ever, where any point is a vantage point where that downslope scenery will capture your attention at least during those fleeting moments. EXCEPT if we start discussing things if Your Life is 'ON A DOWNSLOPE', skidding and running downhill on a tailspin. When that happens, the very next ACTION you take will dictate your fate, that is, whether you will end up SAFE or worse, end on something tragic๐๐๐Thursday, January 26, 2023
Life Can Fly On A Single Engine [Just Like The QANTAS Flight]
Life Can Fly On A Single Engine [Just Like The QANTAS Flight]
Browsing through the newswire pages, I got almost floored reading that that Qantas flight from Auckland to Sydney safely landed even with one engine down. Swinging back to our life, I though Life can indeed fly on a single engine [note: FAA requires flights to take flight on two engines because that much power is needed during takeoffs] ๐๐๐
Wednesday, January 25, 2023
Coping With Loneliness
Coping With Loneliness
By itself, loneliness is NOT a medical condition or illness. Instead, it is a casual manifestation caused by either specific triggers or prevailing circumstances. Nevertheless, Coping With Loneliness deserves space in our discussion because it is something pervasive and prevalent regardless of one's current state in life๐ก๐ก๐ก
But the fact that loneliness is confirmed to be on the rise [especially when the recent pandemic hit us all]. And contrary to the misconception that loneliness is caused by being alone, per se, that is not the case. On the other hand, solitude [or being alone] can actually be enjoyable and enriching, and in the end, helping us to recharge. But once our social needs are NOT met, that's when loneliness may creep in๐๐๐
While everyone can experience Loneliness from time to time, it's NOT something for us to ignore. Like all difficult emotions, it can be a sign that something is just NOT right. The RED FLAG arises is if loneliness becomes a chronic problem. By then, such a situation may even wreak havoc on one's health and well-being. The fix here is to explore all possible courses of action dependent on various variables๐๐๐The most popular first action to take is is to reach out to one's family or [TRUSTED] friends. The context for 'FRIENDS' here are NOT just Facebook 'FRIENDS' but rather bonafide and genuine 'FRIENDS'. And even if reaching out means virtually, calling or texting someone you TRUST to share your vulnerable feelings is a good start to wiggle out of Loneliness. Getting out of your home and go where people would go, like parks and malls✅✅✅
Asal Bapak Senang [AS LONG AS MY BOSS IS HAPPY]
Asal Bapak Senang [AS LONG AS MY BOSS IS HAPPY]
Just early this morning, I came across this Bahasa Indonesia expression, "Asal Bapak Senang" which means AS LONG AS MY BOSS IS HAPPY. When incumbent Indonesia President Joko Widodo took over the reins from the perennially corrupt previous regimes of Indonesia, "Asal Bapak Senang" was just one battle cry out of a long list as he had to face the steep challenge of combating and arresting the widespread corruption across Indonesia. And as the incumbent President, he was not one official easy enough to win over via the corrupt ways of the past. And I think we laymen can pick u a lesson here from Indonesia๐๐๐BTW, this is not to go on a reverse crusade and peddle the half-truth that we should NOT make the boss happy. Please DON'T get me wrong. In fact, we should always be guided with "Asal Bapak Senang" which means AS LONG AS MY BOSS IS HAPPY. Problem is, some of us would tend to appease our boss [or it could be our partner/spouse or our loved ones] NOT for the right reasons๐๐๐Straight from my thought processes...
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