Ode to your Soul

Ode to your Soul
Welcome to my homepage. The image of the picture was captured during my trip to Melbourne in October 2007.

Sunday, December 27, 2009

The most difficult vocation

Do you know what is the most difficult vocation that requires more than a full-time job ?

Maintaining a family life. It requires both commitment and sacrifices.

Friday, December 25, 2009

Defining Moment

Defining Moment - God's promise. The birth of Christ.

Wishing my readers a Merry Christmas and a blessed New Year !

Wednesday, December 23, 2009

Excelling at work

Excelling at work is not necessary competing. Know the difference.

Friday, December 18, 2009

Life is a Peanut

Life is a Peanut;

Take it lightly;

Take it each day as it comes;

Hard times will be over;

a new ray of hope awaits.

Wednesday, December 16, 2009

The powerful Two Words, " I do" by Lea Salonga

Beautiful Song that will sure to touch your heart. Lea Salonga was also the first Asian to play Eponine in the musical Les Misérables on Broadway.

Friday, December 11, 2009

Taking Action

You need a new set of actions and goals setting strategy if you want to see a new set of results especially if what you are doing for the past months; bring you the same results. In a nutshell, there is no point just to work hard at things that bring you little or unproductive results. Take action now ; plan a different strategy !

Tuesday, December 8, 2009

Never Close Your Door

Remember never to close your door, else new information or knowledge will never flow in. Always have an open heart and mind.

Wednesday, December 2, 2009

The expense

You next know the expense of becoming successful in life or getting rich in life if you have not went through setbacks. It is how you bound back from such trials that make you stronger.

Friday, November 27, 2009

Your Happiness is in your own hands

Your happiness does not depend on how or what others perceive you. What you see yourself is most important.

Monday, November 23, 2009

Happiness is a choice

Happiness does not depend on how much bank balance you have;
Happiness is a choice, it is a everyday decision that you made.

Friday, November 20, 2009

Don't take life seriously

Don't take life seriously. Take it day by day. Lesson in life is your greatest teacher.

Monday, November 16, 2009

Be Bold, Be Positive

Always try to look at positive side of things.

When the chip is down, always ask for assistance. Talk to a friend. A solution might somehow pop up thru a friend suggestion or recommendation.

You need to feel good about yourself before things will change for you. Invest in yourself, if you need quiet moment, take a stroll in the park or learn how to relax.

Wednesday, November 11, 2009

How do you see yourself is all that matters!

Others may have opinion on you but what you see yourself is most important. Our self-imagine is the blueprint such that every thought and action starts from the way we see ourselves. Do you agree ?

Saturday, November 7, 2009

Kent Nerburn Quote

"Remember that you don't choose love; love chooses you. All you really can do is accept it for all its mystery when it comes into your life. Feel the way it fills you to overflowing then reach out and give it away.” by Kent Nerburn

Thursday, November 5, 2009

What is Success ?

Success is failure turned inside out.

Sunday, November 1, 2009

Shalom

Shalom.

"You make a living by what you get, but you make a life by what you
give." Winston Churchill

Monday, October 26, 2009

Awareness

"Awareness is not a giver of solace - it is just the opposite. It is a disturber and an awakener. Able leaders are usually sharply awake and resonably disturbed. They are not seekers after solace. They have their inner serenity." - Robert K. Greenleaf

Monday, October 19, 2009

The Success Factor

In order to think "out of the box" and make a difference in your life,you need to unbind the world's conditioning. Turn your weakness to your advantage and be your strength. You need to set the right expectation.

We are face with numerous adversities in our life, the day-to-day challenges from workplace that we face, are most often unknowingly the source of our strengths. If only we know that and remind ourselves.

We build wisdom from the lessons that life has to give and the mistakes that we make; help us grow.

Ironically, these setbacks can surprisingly pave for us the way to success. (Depending on how you look at it).

Tuesday, October 13, 2009

Plan for 2010

A goal is a dream with a deadline. Have you draw up a specific plan for Year 2010?
It is just less than 90 days away.

Thursday, October 8, 2009

Ownership

People create what they want to do : Ownership.

Wednesday, October 7, 2009

Have a good Laugh

Enjoy the funny clip. One of the highest hit video from Youtube.

The Impossible

If you have read about an impossible experience,

If you have seen or witnessed an impossible act of miracle;

Surely your mind can be trained to do the impossible tasks that you have ever dream.

Sunday, October 4, 2009

Quote by Margaret Mead

"Always remember that you are absolutely unique. Just like everyone else."
Margaret Mead

Monday, September 28, 2009

Spirit Song

Great song that we sing it all the time for years. Enjoy it.


Sunday, September 27, 2009

Let us pray for Dr William Tan

Our very own Singapore's best-known Paralympic wheelchair athlete, Dr William Tan greatest known achievement is probably his record-breaking attempt to race in 10 marathons in 65 days across 7 continents.

Last heard that he has been diagnosed with stage 4 leukaemia and is now undergoing chemptherapy and immunotherapy treatments for his chronic lymphocytic leukaemia.

Pls help to offer your support by praying for him.

Friday, September 25, 2009

You can shine

If everyone can shine, you can shine too. For anyone who needs inspiration.

The Power of Letter D

Dream about the possibilities;
Discover about yourselves;
Devise your plan; and
it will soon become your destiny.

Friday, September 18, 2009

A Quote by Alexandra Graham Bell

When one door closes, another door opens; but
we often look so long and so regretfully upon the closed door, that we
do not see the ones which open for us.

Learn-Live-Hope

Learn from Yesterday;

Live for Today;

Hope for Tomorrow
.


Albert Einstein

Sunday, September 13, 2009

Westlife - Mandy

A very beautiful song by Westlife.

Saturday, September 12, 2009

Happy Birthday to my beloved late Father Mr John Ang

My dad has taught me the importance of learning since young.

Although I am not academic inclined as compared to my sister, he chooses to believe in me.

He worked hard to see me through my university days. I shall never forget.

For his love, for his dedication, he brought happiness and hope to our family.

Five years might have gone but we still remember this special day and we really miss you.

Wonder Girls - Nobody Performance

Very addictive Song by Wonder Girls.

Corrinne May – Fly Away

Wednesday, September 9, 2009

Take Life Easy

Life is too short for any regrets;
So love the people who treat you right,
forget about the ones who don't and
believe that everything happens for a reason.
If you get a chance, take it.
If it changes your life, let it be...
Take life easy.

Always Remember

Always remember...
Watch your thoughts; they become words.
Watch your words; they become actions.
Watch your actions; they become habits.
Watch your habits they become character;
Watch your character; it becomes your destiny.

Tuesday, September 8, 2009

Cherish Happy Moments

Cherish happy moments and treasure relationship. Happy moments sometimes do not come twice. Enjoy each moment.

Wednesday, September 2, 2009

Quote of the Day

"When you blame others, you give up the power to change and improve. " - Anonymous

Sunday, August 30, 2009

Success is in your hands

Success is in your hands. Don't lose sights of it. Carpe Diem.

Friday, August 21, 2009

Knowledge is not Power, applying Knowledge is

Knowledge is not Power, applying Knowledge is. Why it is so? You can read everything about plants, know everything about plants, but will you know how to be a good gardner? You must do it and applying what you know.

Tuesday, August 18, 2009

Pool $2 million Transfer Kitty

I cannot believe that Liverpool has only $2 million left in their Transfer kitty.

Although, money spent on new contracts for Steven Gerrard, Fernando Torres, Daniel Agger and Dirk Kuyt as well as several of Benitez's backroom team, must come out of the transfer budget; it does make sense to secure their long term commitments.

However, the nature and manner of Liverpool's defeat at Spurs, goes to show the paucity of Rafael's squad depth was obvious. We do not have quality and strength in depth. Too many untried youngsters at the substition bench. The worrisome sign is that the squad is depleted thanks to injuries to our three recognised Centre-backs Carragher (head injury), Skrtel (Crack Cheekbone) and Agger (back injury). It has somehow added grist to the mill.

I really pray that miracles will happen and aid in Liverpool quest; if it is again not their season, when ... ...

Saturday, August 15, 2009

On Marriage and reflecting on Wedding Anniversary

Marrige is a life long commitment and vocation.

As my wedding anniversary draws near in two months time, I begin to reflect deep upon the vow that I have made.

I thank God for giving my wife and me another year of life together. I am thankful for the love which has grown and bond us together even closer. I am also thankful for the happiness together and enjoying each other company.

I ask God once again to bless our endeavours and keep us always in our family the spirit of love, peace and happiness.

Monday, August 10, 2009

The courage to make your choices

" You gain strength, courage and confidence by every experience in which you really stop to look fear in the face. You are able to say to yourself,"I have lived through this horror. I can take the next thing that comes along." You must do the thing you think you cannot do. " - Eleanor Roosevelt.

Thursday, August 6, 2009

Leadership

Leadership is by action not by position. A leader should always lead by example.

Monday, August 3, 2009

Staying Positive

If you can do things different today, is to stay positive always !

Sunday, August 2, 2009

Reflection on our National Anthem

A lot of us are unaware of the true meanings of our national anthem let alone reflecting on the fact that it has been sung for the last 50 years(from 1959 till today).

The translated lyrics of our national anthem "Majulah Singapura" helps to remind us of our own roots and also brings to mind the road when Singapore attained self-government in 1959.

" Come, fellow Singaporeans
Let us progress towards happiness together
May our noble aspiration bring
Singapore success
Come, let us unite
In a new spirit
Let our voices soar as one
onward Singapore"

(Excerpts from "Majulah Singapura")

Tuesday, July 28, 2009

The Singapore Gifts and Stationery Show 2009

The Singapore Gifts & Stationery Show 2009 will be held on 19-21 Aug 2009 at Suntec.

You will be given a free copy of the Singapore Gifts Buyer's Guide 2008/2009. The one and only exclusive and expanded buyer's guide - Gifts, Volume 10 with more than 250 pages host a new and extensive range of products and services.

Don't miss it !

Sunday, July 26, 2009

The famous Kallang Roar is back !

I am lucky to get a free ticket to watch liverpool beats our National Team by an emphatic win 5-0. I witnessed the famous Kallang roar at the stadium. It is a good atmosphere with a huge crowd. There are followers all the way from Malaysia.

Really missing the action for quite a while especially I am not a local S-League fan. The last time was when Liverpool visits Singapore back in 2001.

Wednesday, July 22, 2009

Felicia Chin new blog address

Hi, our very own renowned actress, Felicia Chin has a new blog address at www.chenjingxuan.net. Do check it out especially there are some photos shots on the recent drama series " The Ultimatum".

Saturday, July 18, 2009

A richer Life

A life is made richer as a result of an act of kindness.

Do you know that every act of kindness counts in making other people lives better.

Are we building bridges or wall to enhance our personal relationship with others each day.

Through imagination and connection of music with life, we transcend boundaries.
When boundaries are no longer in existence, we come closer to the
essence of music, and closer to our own hearts.

Friday, July 17, 2009

Where will Xabi Alonso be coming season

Liverpool pass master,Spanish midfield Xabi Alonso seems to be on his way to Real Madrid.

It is believed that Real has resurrected the deal when it seems dead. Real is willing to offer more than $22 million together with 1 or 2 player in a swap deal.

With the season looming around the corner, it is best that Alonso future can be resolved soon so that a suitable replacement could be recruited should he leave.

Although, I am not a big fan of Alonso. He has been one of our unsung heroes for Liverpool last season. Such is his consistent form and precise pass that any football teams would greatly welcome him into the first team.

Saturday, July 11, 2009

Volunteer

" The heart of a volunteer is not measured in size, but by the depth of the commitment to make a difference in the lives of others. " - DeAnn Hollis

Monday, July 6, 2009

longkang Fishing

Still thinking what to do this weekend. Ever try longkang fishing. Check this interesting link.

http://habitatnews.nus.edu.sg/guidebooks/freshfish/text/103.htm

Saturday, July 4, 2009

Kenny Dalglish Returns to Liverpool As An Ambassador

It has been official announced that iconic Kenny Dalglish is back at the club he has played for and managed, and will be helping manager Rafael in his new role with the club's academy as well as a club ambassador.

It will only auger well for Liverpool as I am sure King Kenny who is dubbed as the greatest Liverpool player ever to don the Reds Shirt will bring the club forward.

His duties will include helping the club's commercial and business operations around the world. It is an exciting role and I am sure he does not need to ponder much before accepting the post.

Tuesday, June 30, 2009

Have Contentment in our life

In our tight job market and appalling economy, we should be content that we stay in a job right now.

We should appreciate have contentment in our daily life and not take things for grant. This way, we will be happier knowing that we are still better off than some people who are struggling in their life, example, fighting a long illness or recovering from a car accident.

Saturday, June 27, 2009

Deliver your Promise

Delivering our promise to someone should be marked as an important responsibility to build goodwill and confidence in others in the long run.

Have you failed in your promise... think again...what have you lost !

Sunday, June 21, 2009

Still Our Mind



We have many flights of fleeting thoughts each day. Most of us are worry about work, family and whether we earn enough.

We can learn to still our mind each day, sit down,relax and take a deep breathe. Do not challenge the thought, let the thought come to you and watch each thought akin like watching a movie; slowly it will disappear. Practise each day and take a walk into the nature. You will experience the difference.

Monday, June 15, 2009

I dreamed a Dream

Do you know that " I dreamed a Dream " from Les Miserables is the most watched music clip on the internet.

Get a original recording Now produced by Rhino, a Warner Music Group Company. The CD contains 32 others - soulful angelic voices and inspirational song titles.

Wednesday, June 10, 2009

Discover the meanings of Life

The first essential step towards discovering the meanings of life is to know yourself example knowing who we were and what truly matters to us.

We should also learn to reconnect with ourselves, discovering the missing jigsaw puzzle that gives us the zest in life to be awake every morning.

We should also learn to forgive ourselves for the past mistakes that we have made. Forget the past misery, accept oneself and letting go of the bad experiences and memories.

We have to learn to recognise our strengths and have positive thinking.

Most importantly, take some time to invest in yourself, you will be surprised with what you will discover.

Sunday, June 7, 2009

Treasure the Experience

Many colours form the fabric of our human tapestry. Each varied threads weaving together are akin to our experience that we have accumulated over the years.

We are lucky if we have a mentor that guide or counsel us through our formative years. Or a role model that spend time to coach us.

Treasure each and every experience that help to mould us to what we are now. Each unique experience will help us grow.

Tuesday, June 2, 2009

Positive Thinking

"PEOPLE ARE AS HAPPY AS THEY MAKE UP THEIR MINDS TO BE. "

ABRAHAM LINCOLN

Monday, June 1, 2009

Aquarama International Ornamental Fish and Accessories Exhibition 2009

I was busy over the weekend attending the Aquarama Interntional Ornamental Fish and Accessories Exhibition at Suntec.

Did you miss it ? The next one will be in 2-year times on 26- 29 May 2011 at Suntec Singapore.

In fact, this year exhibition has been slightly scale down and the number of participating outlets has significant reduced.

There were some cheap sales on last day on Sunday. It is a eye-opener for me to catch some prized guppies, betta, goldfish and dragonfish on show.

Saturday, May 23, 2009

World Communications Day 2009

On Sunday 24th of May, we celebrate the 43rd World Communications Day.

We all need to communicate. We need to connect with each other in our busy world even in the throes of a recession. But ask ourselves are we building walls or bridges to connect love messages, kind thoughts or appreciation and remember our family and friends or are we the cause of spreading gossips ?

This month is a bit special as we are celebrating Mother's Day and in the coming months, Father's Day will be around the corner. Do we not find time to pause and start to find time to use communication tools to enrich our lives by giving our mum a long distant call or sending her a SMS message.

Friday, May 22, 2009

There is no impossible dream

Remember that there is no impossible dream that you cannot achieve.

It is your mindset.

Always mobilise maximum attention and time to focus on your goal that you want to achieve.

Once you set your mind on it, back up with passion and persistent hard work, surely and slowly you will see the result.

Saturday, May 16, 2009

Memory

" Memory is a fickle thing, a flickering light in a darkroom of possibilities." Excerpt from " Small Graces" by Kent Nerburn (Author of Simple Truths)

Wednesday, May 13, 2009

About Writing

" Writing is the most profound way of codifying your thoughts, the best way of learning from yourself who you are and what you believe."

- Warren Bennis, on Becoming a leader

Thursday, May 7, 2009

Appreciate the meaning of life

Our Life on earth is too short to learn and re-learn all the experiences that we want.

In our busy world, we often do not have time to appreciate the finer things in life. Like a walk in nature, appreciate a nice piece of art or a slow slip of hot coffee with company of close friends.

Be grateful that we are alive each day to learn new experiences, makes more discoveries and cover more unknown lands. Learn to appreciate the moment and treasure the good conversation that you have with your kids.

If you are in harmony with yourself, we can attract better things in life.

" If we live good lives, the times are also good.

As we are, such are the times. "

Saint Augustine of Hippo

Tuesday, May 5, 2009

Cool Liverpool Goals Gallery

I chanced across a cool " Liverpool Goals Gallery".

Enjoy ! All highlights of Reds goals scored can be found at the following web link:


http://liverpool-goals-gallery.blogspot.com/

Saturday, May 2, 2009

Happiness

"Happiness depends upon ourselves."
Aristotle (384-322 BC)

Nobody can make you unhappy. Only yourself, if you choose to be.

Friday, May 1, 2009

Customer Service

Many people definition of Customer Service is different so is their level of expectation.

When people mention about Customer Service, Customer satisfaction comes to mind.

" What a customer remembers about a service is not just dependent on the usual suspects of first and last impressions. It is dependent on the " moments of truth", a phrase coined by Jan Carlson from Scandinavian Airlines.

A moment of truth is when an interaction take place between a customer and the service provider that can leave a lasting positive or negative impression on a customer.

Monday, April 27, 2009

Home

"A home without love and laughter is an empty home. "

Sunday, April 26, 2009

Happiness - To stay Healthy

"Happiness is the atmosphere in which all good affections grow - the wholesome warmth necessary to make the heart-blood circulate healthily and freely."

-Thomas Bray

Sunday, April 19, 2009

Korean Girls' Generation

The up and coming popular Girls' Generation is a South Korean nine-member girl member formed by SM Entertainment in 2007. International Girls' Generation fans usually refer to the group as SNSD, the acronym of the group's Korean name So Nyeo Shi Dae/So Nyuh Shi Dae.

Heard their music here.

My favourite song to date: "How Great is the Lord" by Chris Tomlin.


Saturday, April 18, 2009

10 Rules for a Happy Marriage

1. Never both be angry at the same time;

2. Never yell at each other unless the house is on fire;

3. If one of you has to win an argument, let it be your mate;

4. If you have to criticise, do it tacitfully and lovingly as much as you can;

5. Never bring up mistakes of the past, learn to forgive;

6. Neglect the whole world rather than each other;

7. Never go to sleep with an argument unsettled;

8. At least once every day, try to say one kind complimentary thing to your life's partner;

9. When you have done something wrong, be ready to admit it and ask for forgiveness; and

10. It takes two to make a quarrel, and one in the wrong is the one who does the most talking.

Wednesday, April 15, 2009

About Education

" Education is an ornament in prosperity and a refuge in adversity." Aristotle.

Thursday, April 9, 2009

8 Ways to write a good report

1. Put the objectives in writing

2. Organise your points into related groups = organise the points.

3. Structure your argument.

4. Remember the 4 Ps:

a. Outline position
b. Describe problem
c. Examine possibilities
d.Put forward proposal

5. Avoid using Jargon and use plain English instead

6. Use short words, short sentences and short paragraphs.

7. Make your report readable example use of double line spacing.

8. Package the report in such a way that there is a brief summary, objective, term of reference and sources where you gather your fact.

Sunday, April 5, 2009

Find your precious moments !

Life is short and unpredictable;

so follow your dreams;

make the most of your day and

always find happiness whenever you are and

seek meanings in your life.

Go Go Go Liverpool

Yesterday headline reads Yossi Benayoun scored a dramatic winner to hand Liverpool a 1-0 victory to keep the Premier League title race alive.

We have seen that Liverpool have done it at least 8 times this season in injury time or stoppage time - to score the vital goal.

It is well deserved birthday gift for Rafael Benitez. It is a sweet victory and as a fan I don't mind the margin of the win even it is 1-0. I think we have a realistic chance of winning the Premiership Title. The victory certainly gives us a lift and we are definitely there for a shout come May.

Thursday, April 2, 2009

Take Things Lightly

Take things lightly,
Difficulties are lessons,
Obstacles are challenges;
Impossible are imitation ... ....


Author Unknown ~

Monday, March 30, 2009

Happiness is not the accumulation or sum of many possession that we have.

The happiest person don't have the best of everything, they just make the best of everything that they have.

If you take a close look into their lifestyle; they live simply, give generously and speak passionately about life.

Very often in our life, we hold on to "excess luggage" we thought that we needs them (example possession of an expensive watch or a posh car) to make us feel secure. However, do we need them to make us feel "good".

Friday, March 27, 2009

No one is guaranteed of tomorrow.
Today, in all its beauty, is all we have.

Have you join in the Earth day on 28 March 2009 to do something
to conserve energy, switch off the electricity and go green.

Sunday, March 22, 2009

Destiny is in your own Hand

You are captain of your own soul, master of your own fate.

If the past is not perfect; do not be despair.

The experience that you encountered could be your greatest teacher.

We become wiser after the past mistakes that we made.

Do you agree ? Don't let setback ruin your day !

Take charge and control your own life NOW!

Tell yourself that you have the ability to change your destiny.

It is in your own hand.

Wednesday, March 18, 2009

Giving Hope to Others

"Love is giving the best we have."

- Mother Teresa

Always rationalise what is the means and the ends of doing anything in life. If you can reconcile the means and ends, do it.

Monday, March 16, 2009

Inspirational Poem by William Penn

"I expect to pass through life but once.
If, therefore, there be any kindness I can show,
or any good thing I can do to any fellow being,
let me do it now, as I shall not pass this way again. "

William Penn

Saturday, March 14, 2009

John Paul II on Love

"Authentic love is not a vague sentiment or a blind passion. It is an inner attitude that involves the whole human being. It is looking at others, not to use them but to serve them. It is the ability to rejoice with those who are rejoicing and to suffer with those who are suffering. It is sharing what one possesses so that no one may continue to be deprived of what he needs. Love, in a word, is the gift of self. " - John Paul II on Love.

You are not poor, if you have something to give. Think of something that you have not done for a long time, like joining a voluntary welfare organisations group or helping your parents to do spring cleaning at home. Offer your service from the heart.

Wednesday, March 11, 2009

Divine Purpose

Every life form on this earth has a purpose. No matter how insignificant whether it is mammal or insect, or how little you think you are, we are all part of His handiwork created by God.

There is a definite divine purpose for each and every form of life. Have you find it... ... Have you discover it.

Monday, March 9, 2009

Transforming Mindsets in our workplace

" We will bring a mindset change among Singaporeans. We must get away from the idea that it is only the people at the top who should be thinking and the job of everyone else is to do as told. Instead, we want to bring about a spirit of innovation, of learning by doing, of everyone each at his own level all the time asking how he can do his job better. "

Prime Minister Mr Goh Chok Tong, at the launch of the 7th International Conference on Thinking in June 1997.

Organisation is working with people and is about people, so take the lead.

Is Your Managerial Skills Acceptable ?

Delegation without leading is useless;

"Cheap" Talk without action means nothing;

Real Power does not equate to control.

Re-look at your managerial and supervisory management today, do you need to change?

Revisit it again. Try to let go of the myth of controlling. Sometimes, give your subordinates a little breathing space will make a difference. Why ? So that they can become authentic and be their real self.

Thursday, March 5, 2009

Honourable Dr Patch Adams

We heard more bad news each day as we turn the newspaper... ...social tensions and fear of recession crimes might be on the up. The appalling economic crisis is getting worst with many companies being hit. Gloomy job market seem to be here to stay for quite a while.

The magnitude of the financial tsunami is a cause of concern to almost everyone on the street and no wonder it has been the most discussed topic in the town.

How we brace this crisis is a clear reflection how we treat our life. Do we face the reality or do we run away from it.

I suggest that if you need to uplift your gloomy day, you should log on to http://www.patchadams.org to find true inspiration.

I have always admired the great deeds done by Honourable Dr Patch Adams who is a great American physician, social activist, citizen diplomat, professional clown, performer, and author. He founded the Gesundheit! Institute in 1972. Do you know that each year he organizes a group of volunteers from around the world to travel to various countries where they dress as clowns, to bring hope and joy to orphans, patients, and the people.

Hear his story... log on to his website.

Sunday, March 1, 2009

Rainbow Connection


Did you manage to see the gorgeous rainbow on Wednesday, 25 Feb 2009. If you have miss it, check out this picture.

What a beautiful scene amidst the recent fear of job retrenchment and woes to the financial sector in US.

There are still plenty of optimism in the air. Next time when you see the rainbow, make a wish !

Saturday, February 28, 2009

A Purposeful Life

Each day we are faced with a new experience and the need to make decision in our working life daily.

Are you always prepare for a new day. Take a short break... ... take a deep breath. Listen to your breath. Are you breathing correctly. Breathe out your stress and your stale air within you.

Take a retreat in the Wood / Garden. Choose a place where you can feel relaxed, comfortable, and peaceful inside you. Write out your intentions that you feel positive about yourself and your achievement. Read out your intentions or achievements that inspire you.

You can visualise a moment where you are praised for a job well done or imagine a positive moment of importance to you.

If you start a new day with a purposeful tone... ... you will bring a fresh meaning to your life. Try it !

Sunday, February 22, 2009

Stop Procrastinate - Do something Today !

Accordingly to some great writers, in order to publish a great bestseller book, you need a good theme to start off.

To live a great life, you need a great theme to start off.

In the famous book the Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare it was said, " Some men are born great, some achieve greatness and some have greatness thrust upon them. "

At this point of your life, where do you stand like now, are you someone who are worthy of respect and admiration or someone who is doomed to mediocrity in our highly competitive society like Singapore.

Have you start building your legacy or leave an impression for your offspring to emulate. Many times in our life, life obstacles are our greater teachers. Sometimes, we have somehow need to overcome our physical limitations to overcome a certain obstacle or change our old habits and adopt a new perspective to look at issues that we are unfamiliar with.

Have you do anything today. Stop procrastinate. Do something. Start thinking... ...

Thursday, February 19, 2009

Koala Bear

Wonder how Koala bears under the severe heat wave in Australia.

Enjoy the pics slideshow at :

http://blueiscoool.multiply.com/photos/album/18

Sunday, February 15, 2009

The newly revamped Marina Bay Website

Do you know that the Marina Bay Website has been revamped to make it more user friendly and easier to use.

It is just a button away at www.marina-bay.sg. Log in today to find out attractions, calendar of activities and photo gallery showcasing events at Marina Bay.

Find out more how arts enthusiast can catch world-class acts at the Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay and the sports fan can enjoy a game at the world-largest Floating Stadium.

Wednesday, February 11, 2009

Carpe Diem : Seize the Day !

An inspirational note :

Gather ye rose buds while ye may, old time is still a flying; and this same rose that you see today, tomorrow will be a dying. Carpe Diem: Seize the Day!

- Dead Poet's Society

Monday, February 9, 2009

Saint Theresa's Prayer

May today there be peace within.
May you trust God that you are exactly where you are meant to be.
May you not forget the infinite possibilities that are born of faith.
May you use those gifts that you have received, and pass on the love that has been given to you.
May you be content knowing you are a child of God.
Let this presence settle into your bones, and allow your soul the freedom to sing,
Dance, praise and love.
It is there for each and every one of us.

Saturday, February 7, 2009

Anxieties

Use majority of your resources such as time and efforts to do major stuffs / tasks;

Do not use majority resources to do minor stuffs / tasks.

Do what is important today.

Do not allow anxieties concerning your future control your life and waste your time.

For anxieties about anything about tomorrow change nothing.

Anxiety about tomorrow will not eliminate the troubles of tomorrow.

Every each new day has it own challenges and troubles.

No amount of worrying will make tomorrow trouble free.

Unwavering faith, prayer and constant hope will endures you to the end.

Tuesday, February 3, 2009

Learn to let go

Imagine that you are flying a kite or building a castle near the beach.

When the string of your kite is broken what is your reaction ... despair and become disappointed ?

When the great wave crashes into the castle that you have made... what do you do. Do you becomes terrified and hovers over in the moment to protect the castle as best as you can.

The above two examples are good example in treating a relationship. When it is time to let go, just let it go, we should not be pulling the string of the kite too hard. We should sit back and take a good look at the situation. If love is gone and chooses not to rest upon you, just let it go.... if you pray hard, love will come to you again. Be thankfully that a love relationship is an experience that has come to you before. It is for us to learn and grow.

Friday, January 30, 2009

A blessing

Here is another Virtual Therapy cool website for the soul.

Enjoy .... ...It is always better to bless than to condemn.

http://www.mayyoubeblessedmovie.com/

Tuesday, January 27, 2009

The Difference

The different between Impossible and Possible lies in Determination and sheer Hard Work.

If you plan to success in certain tasks, most of the times, you will success if you have the determination to see through it back with sheer hard work.

Saturday, January 24, 2009

Happy Prosperous New Year

I like to take this opportunity to wish all my readers and friends a happy and prosperous Lunar New Year. May Year of Ox materialise all your wishes.



Monday, January 19, 2009

I'm Ok, You're Ok"

Do you know that "I'm Ok, You're Ok" is a phrase made popular by the father of Transactional Analysis, Dr Eric Berne.

Dr. Eric Berne (1910-1970) was a prominent psychiatrist and bestselling author.

Know more about him at http://www.ericberne.com/

Tuesday, January 13, 2009

Cool Virtual Healing Therapy for your Soul

Cool Healing Website for your Soul. Hope it has changed your life and your perception about yourself.

Enjoy and share with others.

Has anyone told you how special you are?

Watch and remember and remind oneself.


http:www.hasanyonetoldyou.com

Saturday, January 10, 2009

Nature

Extract from Eckhart Tolle famous book- Stillness Speaks :

" When walking or resting in nature, honor that realm by being there fully. Be still. Look. Listen. See how every animal and every plant is completely itself. Unlike humans, they have not split themselves in two. They do not live through mental images of themselves, so they do not need to be concerned with trying to protect and enhance those images. The deer is itself. The daffodil is itself. "

" All things in nature are only one with themselves but also one with the totality. They haven't removed themselves from the fabric of the whole by claiming a separate existence: " me" and the rest of the Universe. "

So the next time, take the opportunity to observe while you are talking a nature walk or retreat.

Thursday, January 8, 2009

Fasten Up to Safeguard your PC

We lives in a highly competitive world faces with mind -boggling change and advance in technology. There is widespread of infocomm technology that connected the world. The influx of computer viruses and phishing ( a common form of scam on the Internet) is prevalent and the answer to find solution is necessary quite pertinent.

Purchasing a reliable Anti-Virus is essential. However, you could find good tips at www.singcert.org.sg/awareness.

Friday, January 2, 2009

Amazing Man of the Decade - Lance Armstrong

37-year-old American Cyclist Lance Armstrong has recently made headline where he and his current girlfriend Anna Hansen will be expecting a baby in June 2009.

It will be the fourth child for Armstrong. He has three children from his previous marriage to Kristin Richards.

Do you know that Lance has won the world's toughest road race- the Tour of de France - six consecutive times, from 1999 to 2004 while surviving from testicular cancer back in 1996. The cancer cells spread to his abdomen, lungs and brains. He has fighted through all these trials and now has seven-time Tour de France Champion under his belt.

His famous quote : " Whatever does not kill you makes you stronger. "

We can learn from Armstrong. When the chips are down, do we give up easily and give excuses why we cannot do it. Think about it.