8 Things I Learned

Singapore Flyer

September 1, 2014

Hello :)

I was away for four months and a lot of things (good and bad) took place and I had the desire to write a blog post from the heart and to pick up where I left off. 

I had 2 travels last month and I learned a lot from those. (Can't wait to make a separate post for this)

I am posting a different one right now because this left a mark in my heart and I had the urge to really express this ... get off my chest. 

This goes out to my dear friend who taught me these 8 things albeit the short span of time. Who would have taught that it would leave a mark?

Unexpected.

I was so happy.

Hence, this blog post of the thank you letter I sent in. 

What I’ve learned:

1. 1. Impromptu- I am the “plan type” girl (insert obsessive compulsive here) and feel happy if the plans go well. I look after the nitty gritty of the plan because I am afraid of some unexpected things or I blame the influence of the Operational Excellence training I had years ago- Forecast risks and plan to mitigate risks. But... Impromptu has its own beauty. I realised that “spontaneity, impromptu, spur of the moment” makes me happy and that I learn from it too. The best part: It happens! Unlike with plan, it has the tendency of not pushing through and it leaves me extremely disappointed. Impromptu equates  fun.
   
   
   
   
   2. Seize the moment- In 5 letters - Enjoy! Set aside worries and lose yourself in the moment. Moments specially the happy ones are fleeting. So note to myself: Let go of worries and just enjoy.
   
   
   
   
   3. Outside the box- Don’t be afraid to get lost, to be in a place where you know nothing. It only takes 20 seconds of courage and that’s it. I am always in the same place and whilst I feel comfortable, I feel bored at times. I used to be adventurous but for some reason, I changed over time however thinking and being outside the box is liberating. (And yes, I remembered the outside the box was included in the training deck I sent in!) Going forward, I must take a paradigm shift.
   
   
   
   
   4. Unexpected place, unexpected person- Learning is not only limited to classroom, site, travel, certain place et al...  A simple conversation from a sensible and smart person can leave a MARK.  
   
   
   
   
   5.  Don’t rely on single income- Whilst I know this for a long time now, hearing it from someone inspires me more. A great reminder to continue to strive while I am still able.
   
   
   
   
   6. Same frequency and differences- Point A and B are two different points but what makes them a line is a connection. Despite varying backgrounds and culture, it is such a joy to be in the same frequency.
   
   
   
   
   7. Good conversation is a blessing. – Being back to basics such as listening, acknowledging and sharing is always a great experience.
   
   
   
   
   8. Treat one self - We work for our family, priorities, dreams and goals. Along the way, it was inevitable that I sometimes forget to treat myself. Because I need to be on track with my goals but I learned from you that treating oneself is extremely essential, moreover to make time for it. Relax, listen to the waves, ponder and enjoy.
   
   
   I made this post to be a constant reminder on my end in my everyday life (forever etched in my heart) because life as they say is short. Make time, take time, and reminisce the time.
   
   
   
   
    “Time is your most precious gift because you only have a set amount of it. You can make more money, but you can't make more time. When you give someone your time, you are giving them a portion of your life that you'll never get back. Your time is your life. That is why the greatest gift you can give someone is your time.”- Rick Warren
   
   
   I say thank you to but I know it’s not enough. I am happy for the time you gave.