People always say it's ok if you don't do well in school as long as you don't fail in life. I don't believe it applies to everybody.
I have seen real life examples who totally exemplifies this famous saying. People who did not do well in school but who is, in my opinion, doing extremely well in life. They might not be millionaires or own bungalows, but they are confident about themselves, they know what they want, where to go and mostly, they are not afraid. They have a direction in life, or if they have not, once they have one, I know they will walk that path confidently.
Then I have also seen people who have failed in life, or are on the path to failing in life. They do not do well in school, they might have brilliant minds but for some reason it does not show in their work. Then go outside of school and you realize they aren't doing exceptionally well outside either. In fact, they might be doing worse than expected. A lot of times, where the crowd head, they go. But why? These people can theoretically do it! They may lack confidence, afraid of falling and have no direction in life.
Both groups do not do well in school, yet one does better in life than the other. Why?
In a way, I believe one who does well in school might exemplify a kind of characteristic - one who perseveres and have confidence. Sometimes brains are really secondary. And this same group of people can also do well in life simply because they have that confidence and perseverance. So sometimes it is not ok if you do not do well in school because it just reflects a lack of those qualities which one would require to do well in life.
Well, of course there are those who do well in school and yet do not do well in life. Perhaps too sheltered, too confident, too arrogant? Such that when faced with real life difficulties, everything comes tumbling down.
I miss my confidence and my brains.
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Upcoming concerts
I am very very apologetic for the lack of posts. Have been very busy lately. I will blog more when I can find time to do so.
Oh, Yizhen's choir concert is next Saturday, 7th March. She's singing in NTU's choir. Details are below if you're interested:
Date: 7th March 2009
Venue: Victoria Concert Hall
Time: 7.30pm
Tickets: $15
Another upcoming concert is by NUS Symphonic Orchestra, titled "A New Season". There is to be some interesting technology-music mix, though I'm going because my friend will be playing and also because I haven't heard orchestra music in some time.
Time: 8:00pm
Place: University Cultural Centre Hall
Tickets: S$15 & S$18 (includes Sistic charge) - do check out the student discounts
Oh, Yizhen's choir concert is next Saturday, 7th March. She's singing in NTU's choir. Details are below if you're interested:
Date: 7th March 2009
Venue: Victoria Concert Hall
Time: 7.30pm
Tickets: $15
Another upcoming concert is by NUS Symphonic Orchestra, titled "A New Season". There is to be some interesting technology-music mix, though I'm going because my friend will be playing and also because I haven't heard orchestra music in some time.
Join the NUS Symphony Orchestra for an evening stroll through the seasons, with a perfectly-themed repertoire inspired by nature, as we celebrate 30 years of touching lives with music!
Bringing the orchestra to new heights is the premiere of a composition by homegrown talent Emily Koh, wholly inspired by man's relationship with our environment. Infusing interactive digital media into symphonic music, this newly commissioned work is guaranteed to stimulate the senses and elevate the audience experience.
More familiar are Smetana's Die Moldau and excerpts from Vivaldi's The Four Seasons, which will feature the virtuosity of two young and gifted soloists from the School of the Arts Singapore, Helena Dawn Yah and Ryce Lee.
It is, however, Schumann's "Spring" Symphony No. 1 that promises to be the highlight of this milestone concert – its fanfare signifying spring-awakening, with its longing for a lush springtime and the preparation for the new season.Programme
Date/Day: 14 Mar 2009 (Saturday)
Time: 8:00pm
Place: University Cultural Centre Hall
Tickets: S$15 & S$18 (includes Sistic charge) - do check out the student discounts
Sunday, February 15, 2009
Guilty
I haven't been blogging enough or studying enough. I didn't log in to wish everyone a good Valentine's Day or New Year or Christmas. I don't even check my own blog (as I have done sometimes, for the reason of narcissism) nowadays! So why are all 18 of you still at this page?!
Now I feel damn guilty.
Oh yar, I also broke all of my resolutions, except for the one getting laid. That would explain why there was no Valentine's Day wishes until right now.
Happy belated Valentine's Day.
Bleh.
Now I feel damn guilty.
Oh yar, I also broke all of my resolutions, except for the one getting laid. That would explain why there was no Valentine's Day wishes until right now.
Happy belated Valentine's Day.
Bleh.
Monday, February 9, 2009
Recycling Tip
Here's a little recycling tip.
When you're filing your notes, they fill up the files pretty quickly, especially stuff like lecture notes. So sometimes you'll buy those transparent pockets to slot those paper in so that the same file can hold more notes:
Then you might find that your notes are supremely thick, so you'll need quite a few folders to accommodate all of it, so you find yourself buying a few packets. For a cheapskate like me who really value every dollar and don't see the point in using these transparent folders (especially since I think they're getting more expensive nowadays) since I'll only refer to these notes once in a while, I've found an alternative solution.
I've started using those plastic covers that magazines come in, like this:
Usually we'll open the plastics from the back, so there's a space to slot the notes in from. Plus these covers are larger in size and can store thicker stacks of notes in one (so you can now put lecture notes from 1 module together instead of splitting it up). It might be a little flimsy because there is usually a huge space at the top, but you can always improvise - e.g. open the magazine cover from the top instead of the back, and create a sort of flap where you can fold the excess bits downward to make the whole thing neater. Remember to leave a space on the left side so you can poke 2 holes through the plastic to file them!
Another source of these plastic covers are from envelopes when you buy them in packets:
This is not a good idea for thick stacks of A4 lecture notes because its much smaller in size and there is little space at the side to punch holes after you've slotted them in. However, it is still good for much thinner stacks of paper if you still need to file them, or if you simply need to pack papers without the need to file them, etc. Plus it comes with that sticky flap!
There are many usages for these plastic covers! Think of how you can use them!
I've always wondered what to do with all these plastic covers and it seems like a waste to throw them away, especially since they're in extremely good condition and very much non-biodegradable. So now I don't need to buy extra pockets and feel damn shiok at having successfully re-used something.
Feel free to share any recycling tips you might have!
When you're filing your notes, they fill up the files pretty quickly, especially stuff like lecture notes. So sometimes you'll buy those transparent pockets to slot those paper in so that the same file can hold more notes:
Then you might find that your notes are supremely thick, so you'll need quite a few folders to accommodate all of it, so you find yourself buying a few packets. For a cheapskate like me who really value every dollar and don't see the point in using these transparent folders (especially since I think they're getting more expensive nowadays) since I'll only refer to these notes once in a while, I've found an alternative solution.
I've started using those plastic covers that magazines come in, like this:
Usually we'll open the plastics from the back, so there's a space to slot the notes in from. Plus these covers are larger in size and can store thicker stacks of notes in one (so you can now put lecture notes from 1 module together instead of splitting it up). It might be a little flimsy because there is usually a huge space at the top, but you can always improvise - e.g. open the magazine cover from the top instead of the back, and create a sort of flap where you can fold the excess bits downward to make the whole thing neater. Remember to leave a space on the left side so you can poke 2 holes through the plastic to file them!Another source of these plastic covers are from envelopes when you buy them in packets:
This is not a good idea for thick stacks of A4 lecture notes because its much smaller in size and there is little space at the side to punch holes after you've slotted them in. However, it is still good for much thinner stacks of paper if you still need to file them, or if you simply need to pack papers without the need to file them, etc. Plus it comes with that sticky flap!There are many usages for these plastic covers! Think of how you can use them!
I've always wondered what to do with all these plastic covers and it seems like a waste to throw them away, especially since they're in extremely good condition and very much non-biodegradable. So now I don't need to buy extra pockets and feel damn shiok at having successfully re-used something.
Feel free to share any recycling tips you might have!
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
Valentine's Day is not yet here
Valentine's Day is 10 days away and I am oddly excited.
Not because I will receive a flower/a kiss/a confession on that day (afterall I've spent every Valentine's Day alone), but because there are bound to be lots of flowers, bears and couples holding hands - awesome to watch! Plus there is bound to be a stray couple here and there exchanging saliva! Even more interesting!
I am always a little sad whenever we near this day, not because I want one of those superbly expensive rose that shops sell on Valentine's, but because it reminds me how much I would like to be, for once, one of those couples out there and be wanted by somebody. Then I'll chide myself for dreaming because this is a dream I cannot afford to have.
In any case, it will be an interesting day to watch (and giggle at) others spending too much money. Hehe.
Not because I will receive a flower/a kiss/a confession on that day (afterall I've spent every Valentine's Day alone), but because there are bound to be lots of flowers, bears and couples holding hands - awesome to watch! Plus there is bound to be a stray couple here and there exchanging saliva! Even more interesting!
I am always a little sad whenever we near this day, not because I want one of those superbly expensive rose that shops sell on Valentine's, but because it reminds me how much I would like to be, for once, one of those couples out there and be wanted by somebody. Then I'll chide myself for dreaming because this is a dream I cannot afford to have.
In any case, it will be an interesting day to watch (and giggle at) others spending too much money. Hehe.
Sunday, February 1, 2009
Acronym-ed Singapore
One of my lecturers from Philippines,
Singaporeans love acronyms. When I first came here, I couldn't understand anything! Let me give you an example. I asked students to introduce themselves and they said, "I am in NUS FASS. I was from JC and I live in PGP."
When I heard it, I went *eyes open wide*.
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