NUDE fish

What Is Money?

2006-05-07T22:42:00.000+08:00

"Money never starts an idea; it is the idea that starts the money."
W. J. Cameron

Have you wondered what money is? Why are people willing to spend hours to obtain this thing called money? There are people in this world who steal to get money while and there are those who sell their own body to earn quick bucks.

Is money really the root of all evil?

Let's try dissecting money and see what's beneath it all.

Take out your money from your wallet and actually look at it. If you burn them (which I don't reccomend you doing), the bills will become ash and the coins will become deformed. Now if you were to take it to a store and try to pay your groceries with them, they wouldn't accept it. Why?

Because it becomes unrecognizable (in more ways than one). Money is just a tool. The elements that make up money isn't worth much. However, when it takes form of a currency, that is when our eyes start to grow bigger. It is what you can do with it that gives it value to them.

For example, let's take a block of stainless steal. By simply molding it into certain shapes, it can become a hammer or other useful tools we can use.

Don't be too caught up trying to make money. As Benjamin Franklin once said, " Happiness is not in the mere possession of money; it lies in the joy of achievement, in the thrill of creative effort. "

What Would You Do?

2006-04-16T07:44:00.000+08:00

W.W.Y.D?

If you're not where you want to be, think about that person you want to become.

Think really hard what it would take to get you there.

Every action has consequences.

Let's say that your only goal is to become a successful business owner. When you're tempted to laze around, think to yourself W.W.Y.D (If you were a successful business owner, What Would You Do? If you're dedicated to your goal, you would realize that certain actions would not take you closer to your goals.

Make it a habbit to check with yourself if that is what your future self would be doing. Sooner or later, you will become that person.

Become the master of every situation

2006-04-14T09:23:00.000+08:00

Isn't it interesting how no matter what situation you're in, you always have more than one choice available?

When we are faced with a challenge, it's tempting to take the easy way out and just give up.

If you're stuck, don't be stubborn or shy to ask for help.

Write your own story.

Survival leads to success

Daily reflections

2006-04-12T22:47:00.000+08:00

Set aside some time every day (yes, every day) to reflect on how you spent your day.

Keep a journal or a blog. You can share with people or simply keep it to yourself.

During this time, you might notice that you are not heading in the right direction, or you are not taking full advantage of life. Remember what your priorities are and focus on them.

Life's too short

2006-04-11T22:55:00.000+08:00

Life's too short.

How many times have we heard that before? You must be thinking "yeah yeah yeah. I know life's short." But how many people do you think actually live a full, complete life? Sadly, not many.

You know, we all have one life to live. So might as well make it a rewarding journey.

Many of us get carried away trying to obtain the material things in life- whether it's a brand new car or trying to keep up with all the latest gadgets that floods the market.

Don't get me wrong. I think it's great to pamper yourself, but if it's costing you half of your life to get there, maybe it's not worth taking that trip.

Maybe it's about time we take a look at where we're headed and sort out our priorities. I know life is not all about joy and laughter. Sometimes we cry, sometimes we fall, and sometimes there will be people that attempt to break our spirits.

Other people cannot destroy your beliefs- they are only spectators and critics.

Are you a procrastinator? Do something about it now.

maintaining a "positive" image

2006-04-09T23:06:00.000+08:00

Having good, presentable image is very important. It gives others a peak into what your character is like even before you open your mouth.

Earlier today, I was approached by a man who was trying to sell me something. Being the curious guy I am, I decide to stop a while and listen to what he had to say. But when he approached close enough, I realized that even with his neatly-pressed, white shirt, he looked scruffy. His facial hair was not neatly kept. I wasn't sure if it was intentional, but it sure was untidy. The guy didn't last three seconds.

Moral of the story?

Dress to kill

Look forward to tomorrow

2006-04-07T20:14:00.000+08:00

Don't be afraid of tomorrow.

Do what you can do today and deal with tomorrow as it comes.

Often we are afraid of tomorrow because we tend to procrastinate today and hope that tomorrow will somehow magically take care of itself.

Think about it logically. What you don't finish today will carry on over to tomorrow.

Plan your day and set realistic tasks each day that needs to be done.

Apply what you know

2006-04-07T20:11:00.000+08:00

Whether you are venturing in a new business or a new, high-paying job, it is important to export your knowledge over to your new career. Think of your previous career as your building blocks for your next adventure.

There are many individuals who do not apply what they have learned, hence history repeating itself - another business gone sour or being lost within their career.

Put your thoughts in order and do it right the first time. If you make a mistake, make a note of it, and it'll end up valuable to you in the future.

Survival leads to Success

2006-04-07T16:47:00.000+08:00

"Life is a series of experiences, each one of which makes us bigger, even though sometimes it is hard to realize this." - Henry Ford

Thought of the day:
Isn't it interesting how animals fight for their survival? Fighting back to protect their way of life in any condition. If the weather is too cold they will migrate to a warmer place, when food shortages occur they will scout for new territories.

Be ready for change.

You should go for your dreams, but don't make your roadmap too rigid (there's a fine line between being committed and being stubborn). True, you shouldn't give up, but don't try to move an entire mountain so you can remain on your path (I'm sure there's a better way).

"If you want to be successful, it's just this simple: Know what you're doing. Love what you're doing. And believe in what you're doing" Will Rogers

Believe in what you're doing.

Keep reading, it's fuel for your mind

2006-04-06T23:06:00.000+08:00

READ READ READ

Not only will it keep your mind active, it'll help shape your values and beliefs.

Procrastination...

2006-04-03T21:07:00.000+08:00

Definition: To put off doing something, especially out of habitual carelessness or laziness. To postpone or delay needlessly.

Procrastination is deadlier than you think. No really, it is.

Well here's a story: Ginny and Timmy are both crazy about fishing. They live to fish. Ginny meticoulously packs her fishing gear the night before. Timmy, being the lazy guy, decides he'll just wake up early and pack the next day. He's been fishing for 11 years, so he knew exactly what to bring along anyways.

Ginny and Timmy both dream of having a great fishing trip.

The familiar alarm goes off beside Timmy's bed. As usual, Timmy hits the snooze button and goes back to sleep in his fluffy, comfortable bed. After hitting the snooze button for the third time, he realizes that he hasn't packed for his fishing trip and that he had lost valuable packing time hitting the snooze button three times (sounds kinda familiar?).

Timmy misses the first boat out to the fishing location. By the time he took the second boat, the tide was getting low.

That day, Ginny caught her biggest catch ever. Timmy caught none.

Timmy went to bed on an empty stomach that day.

THE END

Don't let procrastination get to you. It's an easier way out, but it may not be the best route to take. Solution? Try prioritizing what's really important to you and don't stray off your course to obtaining that goal.

No one likes an angry fish

2006-04-02T20:48:00.000+08:00

Thought of the day:

Do fish feel anger? Why are we capable of feeling anger? What's the use for it?

I'm no scientist, so I can't really tell you for sure if fish have any emotions at all. But wouldn't it be interesting if we could read their minds? I can make a sequel - What Fish Want, starring Mel Gibson.
If you have spent hours in front of a fish tank before [I'm not saying that I have], you might wonder if they are even thinking at all, circling around the tank blowing bubbles ( but I'm sure they are well-calculated bubbles).

That made me start thinking... I've never really seen an angry fish, but I've seen plenty of angry individuals- yelling, shoving, hitting, and resorting to other forms of gruesome violence. Some resources say you lose your sanity the moment anger takes over. Scary huh... that means you might do something you'll regret later on when you're not angry.

Here's a scenario:

A lady cuts in front of you after you have been queuing for hours (around 4 and 1/2 to be exact) for the opening to the Great Singapore Sale at some hip electronics store where you know the deals are amazing and ridiculously below retail price (ie. first 100 IPod's selling at $1). You have two choices: yell out "OI!!" and unleash your mighty power of wrath, summoning horrific-looking demons from the dark side or resolve the problem diplomatically.

98% of the people will unleash their mighty power of wrath. The severity of the damage will vary with people, but the turnout will be ugly none-the-less.

No one likes an angry fish... No one likes an angry human being either. So when you feel anger creeping up inside you waiting to explode, let it out diplomatically (and no, biting does not count).

Show me a fish clothed

2006-03-31T19:28:00.000+08:00

Thought of the day:

[Try to give it a serious thought to this not so serious question. You might just discover something new.]

Have you ever wondered why we wear clothes? I mean who started the idea anways? Why are we the only specie that wear different types of material around our flesh (more specifically the genital area)? Just look at any fish in the ocean. They're naked. Completely naked - not even a tiny g-string tempting us to use our creative imagination to visualise what's underneath. They're out there baring all.

You can learn a lot from observing fish and apply their teachings in your daily life- whether you want to improve your relationships, earn more money, or simply add more meaning to your life.

Absurd? Not really. You'll be amazed... even shocked at what they can teach us.