I have attended an event organized by the The Fund for American Studies (TFAS) which is the Asia Institute for Political Economy (AIPE). This programme is a life-changing one, from the content of the programme to the people I met here.
Still remember during my first day before I depart to Hong Kong, I was very excited for travelling alone and looking forward for the event while on the plane. The first person I met upon my arrival was Van Cao, a very cute and cheerful Vietnamese girl. We have chatted on FB and planned to go Lady Ho Tung Hall (our hostel) together. The only clue for both of us were that she will be wearing a white shirt and black shoe, meanwhile I will be carrying my pinky camera. What a generic clue we had. However, we still manage to meet up after walking a few rounds at the airport.
Here we are at HKIA.
First Group Selfie
Only manage till this part, check out my Facebook for the photos update! =)
After 8 years of having you with me, today is the day where I get rid off you. Not to say fully but at least partially... I have finally get my hair cut short.
Teng deng...
My New Hair Style <3
WHAT??? IS that TRUE??
That was how my mom reacted. When I was still in the saloon, she was sitting at the side and asked my sis, "Is there anything happened to her??" "What's wrong with her?" "Is she ok?"
It's kinda unbelievable that I will actually cut my hair that short as I always treat it as my little baby.
I wanted to do this long time ago but I always do not have the courage to do so. Today is the day!
As some of you may know, I'm a sentimental person and the last few episodes of this drama makes me cry like hell. Before I move on to some sharing or lesson I get from the drama, let me share a short stories of myself. Still remembered that day I went to a Tzu Chi Introduction Night with the theme of filial piety. There were few videos been shared and yea I will not say I cried but my tears did flow out. At that moment, my friend told me that there is no point of getting touched and cried over a video if you do not get the message that it wanted to deliver. It's the action that we take after the learning from the lesson that make a difference. By getting touch with something is just a short moment but by practising it will make change someone's life and your life.
So, what did I learn from this drama? There are a few lessons but one that struck me the most is that we should grab the opportunity to love when there is a chance because you will never know how someone's life will be and how long will someone live. It may not because of sickness or disease but an accident or any uncertainties may happen anytime, anywhere and we shall not regret only when the chance that once appeared in front of you disappeared. This lesson may seems simple to you and you may think that you know about it as well, but how many of us actually hold on to it? Let's think about it. We always worry and look at the end results and then hesitate to take the move, at the end what would we get?? You loss the moment of creating more memories with the time of consideration you had. Consideration is needed but don't waste too much time on it because things are always different from what you have pictured.
It's about time again but not timing. It's the time that we have, the moment we got. Communicate with your parents while you are still alive and when they are still alive. Talk to your friends when you still can do so. Show your love when he/she is still there. Appreciate every moment that you have.
Oh well... I think I'm in love with you, m.................y lovely blog! You are always there to be my rubbish bin to take in all my trash. I know this analogy doesn't sounds romantic but yea, here is where I split out all my thoughts and feelings. So, what do I want to share today?? Love?? Hmm... I guess now is not the time yet. Ahah! Time!!! The topic for today is about timing!!!
What is so special about the topic of the day?? Timing?? The outcome may not be as expected if the timing is not right. Sounds so cliché right? Yet, it is fairly truth isn't it?
A business opportunity for instance. If smartphone would have launch 10 years back when the economic level isn't that good, do you think the demand for the product will be as good as now? Will it turn up to be a trend? Well, the answer might be yes and might be no.
On the other hand, same goes to a friendship. If I do not walked to Wuen Chuin and talked to her during the orientation week but after our interaction week, do you think we will be as close as now? What if I talked to another girl first?
How about a relationship as my topics recently has been closely related to it? If the confession does not happen when both parties have the same feeling, do you think it will be successful? What if it happen after the feeling of the girl started to fade off when she sees no response from the guy? When if another guy appear at the right timing when the girl started to give up waiting for the other relationship?
The world is full with uncertainties. How do you know when is the right timing? What I can say is when you see no hesitation to do so. Nike - Just Do It! Stop thinking and act now.
Now, let's get back to the story about yourself. Have you ever miss the timing and everything just when chaotic? Feel free to share your thoughts.
A quote for me:
"I believe when you meet the right person it clicks, and you both know and you start making it work, you know?"
- Hunter Hayes
A quote for you:
"You cannot afford to wait for perfect conditions. Goal setting is often a matter of balancing timing against available resources. Opportunities are easily lost while waiting for perfect conditions."
It's Sunday! How have your weekend been?? I had 9 hours sleep after the busy week with the project in counselling unit, MPPC TalentCorp bootcamp and SEC Hons. Thus, just a simple post for today to share a song that accompany me throughout my study and exam week. At the beginning....
Hey guys, great year ahead~~ This is my first post of the year, hmm.... what should I post about?? Wanted to post something on the resolution of the year but that might sounds a little boring to you. Thus, I'm changing my topic today and talk about CONFESSION. (Oppsss... The title is kinda misleading, I'm not trying to make a confession here, but to empower your confession. xP)
I think my 2014 started off great as I received 2 wonderful news from 2 of my babes. Both of them had finally got into a relationship. These 2 couples knew each other through the same events I attended. I was damn happy for them. Happy to hear their love story. I shall keep their identity anonymous.
How would I relate this to my topic today?? Confession plays an extreme role in any relationship. Whenever both parties are ready, it's the confession that kick start a relationship. So, how to ensure the success of a confession. (I'm assuming that it's the guy who made the confession, economists like assumptions. =P)
1) Make sure he/she has the same feeling towards you.
How would you know a person feels the same as you? Both of you can go out for a date (this term may sounds kinda heavy, 'hangout' would be better word perhaps) and the feeling explains everything. For the guys, take the initiatives and ask the girl out, if she's willing to catch a meal or a movie with you, this is a good start.
For the guy, did you...
feel like holding her hand when she was sitting right beside you?
wish to make her laugh/smile?
try to protect her? (from the crowd or when crossing the road)
feel like dating her for the next time?
For the girl, did you...
hope that he could hold your hand?
just stared at him and said nothing?
aware of every single details of him?
always get the flashback of you and him after the date/meet up?
2) Choose a date which is significant for both of you.
The date of your confession would be another significant date for both of you. Thus, choose it wisely!! You can choose a date/day which is easier to remember and have significant meaning for both of you. For instance, the date where both of you first met. This could be explained economically as well because you can save the cost for another anniversary celebration with the 2-in-1 package.
3) Surprise and handmade gift/card can make a difference.
Do not just plainly tell her that, "I like you, can you be my girlfriend?" Undeniably, this is a powerful sentence but it would be more 'impactful' if you could prepare something special for her. It is not about getting her an expansive gift but it is the value of the gift. Please be aware that price=value. Let's make it sounds a bit more like an economist. According to Jevons and Mengers, the value of a good is not determined by the price of the factor of production whereas it is the utility of the consumer that decide the value of that good.
Let's get back to the gift part, you can prepare a simple card or letter for her. This is vary according to her character. Something handmade could show some sincerity of you and your love for her. It's not just about the gift, make sure you plan ahead. Procrastination can lead to sloppiness. You wouldn't wanna ruin the date. Make sure you have an 'agenda'/flow to build up the atmosphere and give it a hit at the right moment.
Remember this 1.2.3 and hope that this could help you on your confession. Best of luck for it. Hwaiting!!! Comment on this post and let us know more on how did your confession goes. =)
