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.

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.

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.

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.

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 !

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 !