How to stay positive at all times when the negativity sets in? There are the 3Ps that makes some people positive despite the direst circumstances.
Is it personal?
Whenever a co-worker grumbles in response to certain situation, ask yourself `Are these really direct to you?' Most of the time you will be surprised that remarks are not meant for you as people seldom think of you. In the event the remarks are not directed to you, then you should not get personal over it.
Is it permanent?
This should have pass as you can see the `light at the end of the proverbial tunnel'. Having that in mind, you can remain positive despite of the obstacles/happenings.
Is it the big picture?
When you are in a difficult situation, always look at the big picture.
As an illustration, how to remain positive when your boss started throwing tantrum. Well, a good approach would be `when your boss is screaming, turning bright red, simply look at him but in the back of your mind thinking `when they record the history of time, will this event be documented?'
People who have balanced lives - family, career, friends tend to fare better as at any one point of time they can look to alternative areas to bolster their confidence, self esteem and sense of belonging. Having good friends to support you morally is tantamount to remaining positive at all times.
Counteract the negativity with positive experiences and get on with life.
Monday, March 1, 2010
Sunday, February 21, 2010
Plastic War
With the imposition of the Government newly RM50.00 service tax, banks are now engaging in a plastic war to retain their existing card base. As it is now, it is a great challenge to solicit or sign up new customers as the market is already saturated. In an effort to keep cardholders `tied', banks are offering innovative loans, easy cash and balance transfers just to name some. Credit card new acquistion has been slowing down as we are totally aware of the RM50.00 service tax. The credit card cancellation rate has been escalating with cardholders retaining 2 cards ie one Visa and one MasterCard only.
We have to be mindful at all time of getting caught in the credit circle as it is very hard to get out of it. It is not how many credit cards we have but rather how we use the credit card.
Credit card issuers are not subsidising the RM50.00 service tax that came into effect on January 1 this year. All credit card issuers impose specific conditions upon cardholders in order to offset the amount. Among which included the following:
Rewards points
Credit Card Issuers allow the amount of RM50.00 to be offset against the reward points earned.
Minimum spending level
Another mechanism offered is a RM50.00 cash rebate and it requires cardholder to utilise/spend their card with a minimum value transaction.
Happy reading
Sunday, February 14, 2010
Lunar New Year
Today is the first day of the lunar New Year. We are having 2 celebrations, one the lunar New Year and Valentine's day. When we have events such as Raya and Chinese New Year, we called `KongsiRaya'. In this year, when we have 2 events again, one the lunar New Year and Valentine' Day, shall we call it `KongsiValentine'.
As many are returning to their homes for lunar New Year, February 14 is quiet this year. Florist business has to take a dip when the Valentine's day is overshadowed by Chinese New Year as many are home bound.
Let us celebrate the two events with a sparkle and spirit as these are lacking in today world. We should not view the events as another holiday but instead as an opportunity to renew our ties with our family and loved ones. The deserted roads in KL must be a great relief for those remaining in the city. Just imagine a good population of the working public is from the other states.
Here's to a roaring start in the Year of the Tiger.
As many are returning to their homes for lunar New Year, February 14 is quiet this year. Florist business has to take a dip when the Valentine's day is overshadowed by Chinese New Year as many are home bound.
Let us celebrate the two events with a sparkle and spirit as these are lacking in today world. We should not view the events as another holiday but instead as an opportunity to renew our ties with our family and loved ones. The deserted roads in KL must be a great relief for those remaining in the city. Just imagine a good population of the working public is from the other states.
Here's to a roaring start in the Year of the Tiger.
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Office Chinese New Year Decorations
My office was initially devoid of Chinese New Year decorations. It only takes the first step to start the ball rolling. True enough, with the contributions we have managed to put up decorations in line with the New Year. We have used the concept of reuse and recycle. The last year ang pow packets then came in handy. We arranged the ang pow packets in such a way that it formed the word `fook'. Everyone has had their fair share of contributions. At the end of the day, everyone was pleased with the result. It is not an understatement to say `Many hands make light work'.
Many businesses are cashing in on tiger merchandise that pays tribute to the big cat. The movie `WooHoo' also plays a part to popularize the tiger merchandise. Guess what I personally have a prize collection of tiger merchandise.
Another tradition in Chinese New Year is none other than the lion dance. In this year of the tiger, we may even expect to witness the tiger dance. I personally have marked in my calendar the date of the lion dance performances at complexes. I am looking forward to these super lion dance performances.
Last and not least, HAPPY CHINESE NEW YEAR.
Monday, February 1, 2010
Managing Stress
Stress is inevitable in our working life. Stress is in fact our body's reaction to the demands that we face in our working life. We will be able to manage our stress effectively if we listen to our body's signals. Our body talks to us constantly, however at times we choose to ignore it. If only we listen to our body and the signals it try to convey, we may be able to nip the problem in the bud.
Broadly speaking, stress can be categorised as physical, emotional and mental stress.
Physical Stress
We will hear it through aches, pains and discomfort when the voice of our body is physical. Find the physical exercise that works best for us and start immediately. Nutrition and sufficient rest are the keys to good health that can create a profound sense of relaxation to our bodies.
Emotional Stress
We should not react to our emotional stress such as anger, disappointment, frustration. The most effective way to manage emotional stress is to find our support people. Our support people may be our spouse, friend or family who are willing to lend a listening ear. In so doing, we can deal with the situation in a much more healthy manner.
Mental Stress
Mental reaction which comes through our self talk. When we tune to our self talk, we will be surprised to discover that it is mostly focused on negative, filled with complaints, insecurities etc. As our self talk is often repetitive and persistent, an excellent way to to circumvent it is by repetitive positive affirmations.
We cannot eliminate stress totally. However we are in control if we have an effective stress management programme. Once we are in control, we are in a better position to stay focused by taking positive action.
Something for sharing.
Broadly speaking, stress can be categorised as physical, emotional and mental stress.
Physical Stress
We will hear it through aches, pains and discomfort when the voice of our body is physical. Find the physical exercise that works best for us and start immediately. Nutrition and sufficient rest are the keys to good health that can create a profound sense of relaxation to our bodies.
Emotional Stress
We should not react to our emotional stress such as anger, disappointment, frustration. The most effective way to manage emotional stress is to find our support people. Our support people may be our spouse, friend or family who are willing to lend a listening ear. In so doing, we can deal with the situation in a much more healthy manner.
Mental Stress
Mental reaction which comes through our self talk. When we tune to our self talk, we will be surprised to discover that it is mostly focused on negative, filled with complaints, insecurities etc. As our self talk is often repetitive and persistent, an excellent way to to circumvent it is by repetitive positive affirmations.
We cannot eliminate stress totally. However we are in control if we have an effective stress management programme. Once we are in control, we are in a better position to stay focused by taking positive action.
Something for sharing.
Saturday, January 23, 2010
Tiger Dance for the Year of Tiger
A friend of mine has invited me to the show `Woohoo'. At first I was very sceptical as I do not normally go for Mandarin movies let alone local production. However my friend of mine said that this movie has a good rating. How wrong was I as my perception changed when I saw the movie. It has a good plot with meaningful message that relate to day to day happenings.
`WooHoo' (the tiger dance) is a tradition practised in a small village in Kuantan, Pahang. The elder who knows `woohoo' is not longer able to perform as it is taxing on his age. His filial granddaughter wanted to please his grandfather (the elder) put up an advertisement for young `woohoo' players. There are 5 youngsters who have applied to be `woohoo' players. They have to undergo intensive training and they even be penalised for not following the terms in the employment contract. It was eventually revealed that they are not going to be paid for their services. One of them wanted to turn back. However, he was touched by the village people who are simple and yet truthful. Of course, the road to success was not an easy one as the only `tiger head' was accidentally destroyed by the mischievous kids in the village. Guess what, the 5 `woohoo' players managed to pull through and put up a splendid show. Well that would not be possible without the team work of all the villagers.
The message is such `why fight it, when you can make the best out of a bad situation. Every cloud has a silver lining.' How true when the villagers set aside the differences and put their effort in making the event a success despite the setback of the `tiger head' being destroyed.
Is then the tiger dance a new dance? Well, it is not actually a new dance. Tiger dance originated centuries ago in China. It has a style and choreography that is similar to a lion dance. The dancers athletic prowess, martial art skill and coordination are what counts.
To mark this Year of the Tiger, what other dance but the tiger dance is most apt.
Hope the Year of the Tiger brings with it an exciting year ahead and opportunities for one and all.
Sunday, January 17, 2010
Feng Shui Seminar
`Succeeding in Turbulent Times' is what we expected in the year of the metal tiger.
I have personally attended the Feng Shui Seminar by Joey Yap on 16 January 2010. Below are the pointers for consideration:
The Feng Shui masters have given us an update of the expectation in the year of the metal tiger. We usually believe a good start of the year is tantamount to good happenings in the year ahead. Questions include the following:
o When is the best time to start work in the year?
o When is the best time to get marry?
o How to enhance the existing relationship for married couples?
o When is the best time to receive the God of Wealth?
o The general expectations for the year.
Is Feng Shui an art or a science? Well your guess may be as good as mine. Basically Feng Shui is the movement of the stars. Every year the star position changes and as such the outlook is different due to the changes in the stars position. We have to establish first 2010 Flying Stars Diagram. Once the Flying Star Diagram is determined, one can superimpose it to the house and even the face to establish the best sectors. As an illustration in year 2010:
South West - 5 Yellows
North East - Grand Duke
North - 2 Killings
In Feng Shui, there is a sitting position and a facing position. If we sit in the North East, we are facing the South West.
In Feng Shui, we also have to consider the Chi, be it in the interior or exterior of the house/working area. To the Chinese, Chi is the ever present force that circulates and move to the environment both indoors and outdoors. Chi is everywhere and wherever Chi settles it brings with it a special kind of energy that attracts extreme good luck.
Human Chi differs in quantity and quality from person to person. Often Chi currents get blocked causing ailments that result in negative outcomes. Thus techniques are developed to enhance human Chi through meditation and special breathing techniques.
Enhancing human Chi alone is deemed insufficent. One also has to live in harmony with the environment. Thus the Chi of the human body has to be in harmony with the Chi of one's surroundings. Household Chi and Human Chi have to flow smoothly, one in rhythm with the other. Today we know that this harmonious interaction of the two kinds of Chi defines what good Feng Shui is all about.
Something for sharing.
I have personally attended the Feng Shui Seminar by Joey Yap on 16 January 2010. Below are the pointers for consideration:
The Feng Shui masters have given us an update of the expectation in the year of the metal tiger. We usually believe a good start of the year is tantamount to good happenings in the year ahead. Questions include the following:
o When is the best time to start work in the year?
o When is the best time to get marry?
o How to enhance the existing relationship for married couples?
o When is the best time to receive the God of Wealth?
o The general expectations for the year.
Is Feng Shui an art or a science? Well your guess may be as good as mine. Basically Feng Shui is the movement of the stars. Every year the star position changes and as such the outlook is different due to the changes in the stars position. We have to establish first 2010 Flying Stars Diagram. Once the Flying Star Diagram is determined, one can superimpose it to the house and even the face to establish the best sectors. As an illustration in year 2010:
South West - 5 Yellows
North East - Grand Duke
North - 2 Killings
In Feng Shui, there is a sitting position and a facing position. If we sit in the North East, we are facing the South West.
In Feng Shui, we also have to consider the Chi, be it in the interior or exterior of the house/working area. To the Chinese, Chi is the ever present force that circulates and move to the environment both indoors and outdoors. Chi is everywhere and wherever Chi settles it brings with it a special kind of energy that attracts extreme good luck.
Human Chi differs in quantity and quality from person to person. Often Chi currents get blocked causing ailments that result in negative outcomes. Thus techniques are developed to enhance human Chi through meditation and special breathing techniques.
Enhancing human Chi alone is deemed insufficent. One also has to live in harmony with the environment. Thus the Chi of the human body has to be in harmony with the Chi of one's surroundings. Household Chi and Human Chi have to flow smoothly, one in rhythm with the other. Today we know that this harmonious interaction of the two kinds of Chi defines what good Feng Shui is all about.
Something for sharing.
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