Life Against Stories

Risking It All

noreply@blogger.com (Chuah Siew Lin™) — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 22:10:26 PST

Take risks. Sometimes, the rewards at the end might be worth the risk.

Credits to JoYee.

Working Environment - New Job

noreply@blogger.com (Chuah Siew Lin™) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 09:51:57 PST

Just recently started a new job as a waitress in a cafe. They are paying RM6 per hour, which is quite a descent salary for part-timers. This is the 6th day I have been working there.

This is an one and only cafe in whole Malaysia. Thus, there are 5 boss (foreigners) who are in charge of this cafe!!! That's like, HOLY CRUTZ?!

Compared to Pizza Hut, the working environment here is so much different than Pizza Hut. At first, I find it quite hard to cope with the change of environment on my first day of work, but than I got used to it and I fell in love with it!!

The reason why I like the environment here is because they provide so much freedom for the workers here!! They can do what they want to do, as long as they WORK. It is less systematic, thus workers can work in their own comfortable way. They can make their own drinks, but not the so-very-expensive-ones. All the waitress/waiters are the cashier themselves. Compared to Pizza Hut, the cashier is only in charge of withdrawing/exchanging money, other workers are not allowed to do any cashing out.

Another reason I like working here is because of the workers. They know when to work, and when to play. They know what and whom to prioritize first. They are willing to teach and help when you ASK THEM. My boss and managers here are very much caring and nice.

Hygiene and cleanliness is above average. Not much of the cleaning is needed. I do not need to wash plates, cups, and cutleries anymore. Yay!! :D

Lastly, more tips and better uniform!!! :D Ngeh! Ngeh!

Thus, there are more things that I actually like, but I am just too lazy to write it all in detail.
I think......

I fell in love with my job! =)

D2YC 2011

noreply@blogger.com (Chuah Siew Lin™) — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 20:30:43 PST

There were a lot of things I wanted to write about this post, but words itself is not enough to express my love towards D2Y.

Hence, I would like to thank D2Y for giving me this wonderful experience to experience it all. Being a 'sexytary', a day manager and a group facilitator taught me a lot of things, which money itself can't buy.

Being with you people made me realize what it means to meet true Kalyana Mitras. And remember what we have shared during the 2nd committee meeting at SABS? Where we shared the goals on what we wanna achieve at the end of the camp?

Haha... I remembered that clearly, which was to get to know every committee as a friend, and not only as a D2Y committee. :)

But, there's something else which I didn't get a chance to say it...

I think I had just fallen in love with you, D2Y. :)

Sprained Ankle

noreply@blogger.com (Chuah Siew Lin™) — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 20:04:57 PST

Sprained my ankle last week during a game of badminton.

The saddest part is, I have to watch people play during the last 30 minutes of the badminton match.

Not sure of the reason how I sprained it. Might be due to the lack of warm-up, or the stunts I did was too extreme =.=

And, not forgetting the people who made my injury 'feel' better... :D

Well.... sort of?

December

noreply@blogger.com (Chuah Siew Lin™) — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 08:41:11 PST

I am my hero.

18

noreply@blogger.com (Chuah Siew Lin™) — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 12:26:55 PST

I liked how kennysia did his birthday post most of the time, so I thought of doing the same thing. So, that I would be able to look back on what I've achieved while I was 18 :p

18 things I did while I was 18...

1. Appeared for the first time in a small column in Sunday Strait Times for MYSAYS.

2. Entering University life.

3. Became Champion of MTV Exit Bold Lipstick Competition.

4. Appeared in newspaper for the second time, for winning MTV Exit BLC.

5. Became responsible as so-called class monitor for BBS (and BBM?).

6. Participated in D2Y Camp X and discovered my so-called 'hidden' potential!

7. Experienced entering in a badminton competition (IBYF 2011) for the first time, and not as a SUBSTITUTE.

8. Entered a male's toilet for the first time.

9. Experienced being surrounded by thousands of Koreans freaks/fans.

10. Worked as a sales assistant in PDI for my 2nd job experience.

11. Nominated for Sunway Grand Annual Ball 2011 - Best New Comer.

12. Bid Su Wei Farewell.

13. Became one of the committees in D2YC 2011.

14. Had my first taste of beer.

15. Attended my first Terry Fox Run, in memory of my uncle who had recently passed away due to cancer.

16. Drove to Uni without my IC and driving license. LOL.

17. Attended the most volunteering service that I've never done in my life!!

- Standard Chartered Marathon KL 2011

- Adidas - King of the Road

- OCBC Cycle Event 2011 (2 days straight!)

- Nike Run - We Run KL 10km

- Wesak Day - Go Green Project

- BGF Food Fair - Go Green Project

- Sunway Ambassador - Sunway Charity Concert

- Sunway Ambassador - Sunway Public Speaking Competition

18. Getting to know and get along with my University/College mates well :)

Today, I turned 19 years old. :)

What Keeps You Going

noreply@blogger.com (Chuah Siew Lin™) — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 10:12:59 PDT

I DON'T STOP when I'm TIRED,

I STOP when I'm DONE.

What Defines A Good Leader

noreply@blogger.com (Chuah Siew Lin™) — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 04:51:02 PDT

1. Responsibility
- A good leader is responsible for every decision and action he makes, even if it leads to failure. The cause of his action is the outcome of the result

2. Respect
- A good leader does not only pay respects to those who are greater than him, but also to his enemies

3. Hard Work
- A good leader does not slacks, no matter how tired and painful it may be

4. Knowledge
- A good leader makes good decisions. He does not make one sided decisions based on his own beliefs. To be open-minded, is to be able to make good decisions

5. Consideration
- A good leader cares for his team-mates

6. Listen
- A good leader knows when to listen

7. Right Understanding
- Having the ability to listen, a good leader also have to understand why certain things would not work and do not go the way he wants it. He must be able to learn from his mistakes

8. Does Not Blame
- A good leader does not put his blame on anyone for his failures. Even if it is an object, animal, weather, etc.

9. Trust
- A good leader is a loyal and trustworthy person. Trust takes years to build, but seconds to destroy it, and forever to repair it

10. Discipline
- A good leader knows how and when to control himself

Motivation To Study

noreply@blogger.com (Chuah Siew Lin™) — Sun, 09 Oct 2011 03:38:31 PDT

Just when my motivation to study came creeping back to me, I came across this motivational video from Carmen's Facebook wall. And it really gave me a FULL blast of motivation to study after watching this 2 videos.

I recommend anyone who's seeking for success, to watch this. And while you're watching it, please do be mindful and reflect on your actions.

I find that black people are really amazing people, especially those who takes part in choir activities in church. As far as I know, they're really outgoing people. I'm not being racist here, but they're really good.

It's not easy to do something when I'm feeling down. However, with the help of this video, I'm gonna watch it every single time when I'm feeling worthless. And I think it can do the same to you too. :)

Steve Jobs (1955-2011)

noreply@blogger.com (Chuah Siew Lin™) — Sat, 08 Oct 2011 12:25:55 PDT

Got this saying from my marketing lecturer blog. And I find it quite true.

***

3 apples changed the world.

The first one seduced Eve.

The second one fell on Newton.

And the third one was offered to the world half-bitten by Steve Jobs.

***

Lucky there wasn't a 4th one.

I wouldn't be surprise if it was this...

A Lil' Bit Stronger

noreply@blogger.com (Chuah Siew Lin™) — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 12:23:26 PDT

Memories & Personality

noreply@blogger.com (Chuah Siew Lin™) — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 11:33:55 PDT

Do you remember this?

Well, I do.

And it reminds me of how I fell for your personality at first sight.

Can't Live Without You

noreply@blogger.com (Chuah Siew Lin™) — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 11:31:47 PDT

I didn't come here to tell you that I can't live without you.

I can live without you. I just don't want to.

Me. Crayons.

noreply@blogger.com (Chuah Siew Lin™) — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 05:20:19 PDT

I consider myself a crayon.

I might not be your favourite colour, but one day you're going to need me to complete your picture.

Being Single

noreply@blogger.com (Chuah Siew Lin™) — Mon, 26 Sep 2011 05:09:58 PDT

Credits to: Le Love

Business Law Presentation

noreply@blogger.com (Chuah Siew Lin™) — Sat, 24 Sep 2011 12:49:17 PDT

If only I'm allowed to do that during exams :|

*sigh* :/

Gone

noreply@blogger.com (Chuah Siew Lin™) — Thu, 22 Sep 2011 04:02:16 PDT

The feeling is gone now.

Just temporary gone.

But that's good enough.

IBYF 2011 - Badminton Achievement

noreply@blogger.com (Chuah Siew Lin™) — Tue, 20 Sep 2011 06:37:29 PDT

One thing that kept me going in badminton, is because I held on to a dream which I couldn't accomplish in the past.

***

Back in Form 2, me and my "friend" went for badminton competition. We both train hard to play for the school but we weren't professionals. We were just normal "street" players.

My teacher choose my friend instead of me to play badminton singles. I was okay with it at first (I became the sub). However, after seeing the performance of the first match between a "not-so-good player" VS my "friend". It was a total let down because my "friend" didn't take the game seriously, and she's obviously better than her opponent. However, SHE LOST in the end.

From that onwards, I held on to that dream (or is it grudge? :/) to be in a badminton competition. To CRUSH my opponent and not let that badminton incident happen again.

And, finally, that day has come.

***

There were a total of 6 teams (including my team) that took part in the badminton competition. I took part in the women badminton singles. Amy was actually playing for singles but I had to replace her. I played for women doubles as well. My partner was Alex's sister, Dorinna.

The first match was against 'Bubdy'. I manage to get through without any difficulty. I was lucky for the first match. However, I knew that I won't be that lucky at the second match because I knew my opponents would be better than me.

Second match was against 'Inconva'. I lost quite badly. My opponent made me run around and I find it hard to attack her back and as well as making my opponent run.

The third match was against 'BISDS'. I lost this one too. I didn't lose badly but it's obvious that my opponent was better than me.

In the end, I lost the chance on getting the bronze medal for singles. But I manage to win back a bronze for women doubles. And again, it was just pure luck.

***

Even though that I had lost, I feel a sense of achievement. I wasn't aiming to win, I was aiming to have that same experience that my "friend" did a long time ago. I have been longing for this feeling for a very long time, and it felt very good. I had learn and experience a lot that day and I will never forget that.

Then again, I would like to thank D2YC for giving me that chance to play for the team (even though I lost :S). And I would like to thank them for giving me that experience. =)

A BIG Sadhu to everyone of you!!

Why You?

noreply@blogger.com (Chuah Siew Lin™) — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 04:52:02 PDT

So, tell me. Why was it you again?

Crush Or Love?

noreply@blogger.com (Chuah Siew Lin™) — Sat, 17 Sep 2011 10:01:14 PDT

Based on a psychological study, a crush only lasts for a maximum of four months. If it exceeds, you are already in love.

Well, let's see how this works out.

Tell Me Why?

noreply@blogger.com (Chuah Siew Lin™) — Sat, 17 Sep 2011 09:58:38 PDT

Tell me why did I fell for your personality when I just only met you once?

It's really annoying me.

Feelings

noreply@blogger.com (Chuah Siew Lin™) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 10:23:43 PDT

I'm a SUCKER when it comes to love.

And I HATE it.

Don't Come Any Closer

noreply@blogger.com (Chuah Siew Lin™) — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 10:54:19 PDT

Please don't come any closer to me.

I don't wanna get close to you.

I don't wanna know you any better.

I don't wanna let myself to you.

Because I'm scared.

I'm scared, that I'll fall in love with you.

So, please. Let us just stay this way.

This same distance.

As friends.

Because I know, that I'm not what you want.

The Smolder

noreply@blogger.com (Chuah Siew Lin™) — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 10:31:20 PDT

FAIL

Being Alone

noreply@blogger.com (Chuah Siew Lin™) — Sat, 03 Sep 2011 09:38:23 PDT

I spend most of the time being alone. It's not a very sad thing as I find it very beneficial to me. Whether I'm walking, standing, waiting, etc. Whenever I'm alone, I will go deep into thoughts. It's the best time for me to reflect on the things I did.

3 things I will usually reflect on.

Past. Present. Future.

Firstly, I will think about myself.

The things I did in the past. The things that I've achieved. And the things that I can do to push myself further.

Secondly, I will think about my family.

The events that had occurred in the past. My current family situation. And the things that I can give to my family in the future.

I will also think about my friends/colleagues/teachers/lecturers.

I think about the things that made them happy. I will think what's good for them.

I will also reflect on the things that my teacher/lecturer had taught that day. Whether the teachings are correct or incorrect? Whether it will be useful in the future?

Lastly, I will think about the society's well being and the planet.

What can I do to contribute to the society? What can I do to help the people who are in need? How to make a difference in the society? Where can I start?

***

I don't think it's really a meditation process. Many say it is but I'm pretty much sure it's an early stage of self-actualization. I'm not quite there yet, it's still a long way to go. Which requires more worldly knowledge and strong sense of spiritualness.

I will, one day, be a spiritually strong person based on my own beliefs.