Tuesday, 11 November 2008
O Great Lights and Divine Spirits,
Today I understand why ever since I was a child, I have loved daydreaming. It's because (day)dreaming is a way for us to remember our higher calling. Yes, I know this statement has a lot of presuppositions and implications. But I simply surrender to it.
And now here I am, at a point which I will remember for the rest of my life. I'm at a crossroads and I have asked for guidance that I may choose the right path for me. I proclaim my chosen path to the world and I hope that the universal forces may lead me to my divine success.
I would like to share with you four target dates:
1) July 28, 2009 - finish my masterpiece
2) November 30, 2009 - book launching
3) Easter 2010 - victory and thanksgiving party
4) June 30, 2010 - homecoming
I would like to make a career move. I hope to become a bestselling author. I pray that my story may touch the hearts and minds of my countrymen. I hope they rave about my book and recommend it to everyone they know. There are so many things I would like to share with the public. I beg the universe, the same universe that continuously fills my spirit with knowledge, wisdom and power, I beg this universe to give me a chance to express myself in the public arena.
I would like to come back home, back in the arms of my beloved Motherland. Lead me, O Lord. As always, Thy Will Be Done.
Hallelujah. Amen.
To My Heart’s Discontent
Saturday, November 8, 2008
O Great Lights and Divine Spirits,
Today, I try to deal with my heart and soul’s ongoing dissatisfaction with my life. By others’ standards, I am a successful person. I have real estate investments, I have a loving, beautiful and intelligent girlfriend, my career is at its best, and generally speaking, I am at my personal best. And yet, something tells me there’s so much more. I seek to understand where this nagging voice comes from. A voice that affects my overall happiness. It’s like, everything I do or achieve is never enough.
The question has to be asked, “Is this unending yearning for more, healthy for me?” It certainly is necessary for someone who wants to live life to the fullest. And if I didn’t have it, I would’ve stayed in the comfort zones I have enjoyed in the past. So I guess I have to give some credit to this voice. For its incessant calling has led me to greener pastures.
I hope and pray that this voice takes all its orders from the Great Lights and Divine Spirits of this Universe. Om!
Hallelujah. Amen.
O Great Lights and Divine Spirits,
Today, I try to deal with my heart and soul’s ongoing dissatisfaction with my life. By others’ standards, I am a successful person. I have real estate investments, I have a loving, beautiful and intelligent girlfriend, my career is at its best, and generally speaking, I am at my personal best. And yet, something tells me there’s so much more. I seek to understand where this nagging voice comes from. A voice that affects my overall happiness. It’s like, everything I do or achieve is never enough.
The question has to be asked, “Is this unending yearning for more, healthy for me?” It certainly is necessary for someone who wants to live life to the fullest. And if I didn’t have it, I would’ve stayed in the comfort zones I have enjoyed in the past. So I guess I have to give some credit to this voice. For its incessant calling has led me to greener pastures.
I hope and pray that this voice takes all its orders from the Great Lights and Divine Spirits of this Universe. Om!
Hallelujah. Amen.
Together Everyone Achieves More (TEAM Philippines)
Sunday, November 2, 2008
O Great Spirits and Divine Lights,
Today I declare my unwavering and everlasting love for my motherland.
I am in a so-called first world country today. Spending time in a modern place always moves me to dream of a better Philippines. But I have to tread carefully because it's easy to fall into the trap of thinking that everything's in a poor state in my home country. Let me make it clear that no matter what happens, the Philippines is my country of choice.
This reminds me of the PBA Ginebra days when the living legend would rally the barangay to victory. No kabarangay would dare think of rooting for another team.
And just like the great civil rights leader, Martin Luther King Jr, I too have a dream. I dream of seeing more leaders who will take good care of our country. People who are gifted. People who will serve the best interests of Team Philippines. And I dream of a citizenry who will see the light in the minds of their leaders. And the people will begin to put their faith and support in the government. This is what Team Philippines is all about. Together everyone achieves more!
Hallelujah. Amen.
O Great Spirits and Divine Lights,
Today I declare my unwavering and everlasting love for my motherland.
I am in a so-called first world country today. Spending time in a modern place always moves me to dream of a better Philippines. But I have to tread carefully because it's easy to fall into the trap of thinking that everything's in a poor state in my home country. Let me make it clear that no matter what happens, the Philippines is my country of choice.
This reminds me of the PBA Ginebra days when the living legend would rally the barangay to victory. No kabarangay would dare think of rooting for another team.
And just like the great civil rights leader, Martin Luther King Jr, I too have a dream. I dream of seeing more leaders who will take good care of our country. People who are gifted. People who will serve the best interests of Team Philippines. And I dream of a citizenry who will see the light in the minds of their leaders. And the people will begin to put their faith and support in the government. This is what Team Philippines is all about. Together everyone achieves more!
Hallelujah. Amen.
The Joy of Laughter
Saturday, November 1, 2008
O Great Lights and Divine Spirits,
Today I was reqcuainted with the joy of laughter. I am grateful for the friends I have and the laughter we've shared, do share and will share. My favorite one takes me back to high school and college days - Whenever my friends and I were at a public place and a group near us would laugh boisterously, we would come up with a plan so we can laugh louder than them. We'd all agree to do the hahaha at the count of three. Doing so gave us something genuine to laugh about and so our laughters would actually be real.
Oh the joy of laughter and the confidence of youth always give me the giggles.
Hallelujah. Amen.
O Great Lights and Divine Spirits,
Today I was reqcuainted with the joy of laughter. I am grateful for the friends I have and the laughter we've shared, do share and will share. My favorite one takes me back to high school and college days - Whenever my friends and I were at a public place and a group near us would laugh boisterously, we would come up with a plan so we can laugh louder than them. We'd all agree to do the hahaha at the count of three. Doing so gave us something genuine to laugh about and so our laughters would actually be real.
Oh the joy of laughter and the confidence of youth always give me the giggles.
Hallelujah. Amen.
I Heart Life
Friday, October 31, 2008
O Great Lights and Divine Spirits,
Today the little voice in my heart whispered to me, "I am happy with my life!"
It's not everyday that I get to appreciate who I am especially since I'm the type of person who loves to daydream. But that's who I am. I simply love to think about how things can be better. (I do it at the right time and place, of course.) What can I do? That's how I was built. And I've always believed that we have a right to do what we can to help get us through the day (as long as we're not doing damage to other people)
Anyway, here's a video of the top I made today in a workshop I attended today. We were asked to make a home made top, any which way we liked and we didn't have any instructions. Modesty aside, mine was one of the longest spinning tops in our workshop.
So what's the connection between being happy about life and the spinning top. Well, making the top and watching it spin so gracefully made me think about The Divine Power - My Lord, My Creator. Thank you for making me a spinning top. I hope to happily spin for you every day of my life, for as long as I live. I love you, Lord!
Hallelujah. Amen.
O Great Lights and Divine Spirits,
Today the little voice in my heart whispered to me, "I am happy with my life!"
It's not everyday that I get to appreciate who I am especially since I'm the type of person who loves to daydream. But that's who I am. I simply love to think about how things can be better. (I do it at the right time and place, of course.) What can I do? That's how I was built. And I've always believed that we have a right to do what we can to help get us through the day (as long as we're not doing damage to other people)
Anyway, here's a video of the top I made today in a workshop I attended today. We were asked to make a home made top, any which way we liked and we didn't have any instructions. Modesty aside, mine was one of the longest spinning tops in our workshop.
So what's the connection between being happy about life and the spinning top. Well, making the top and watching it spin so gracefully made me think about The Divine Power - My Lord, My Creator. Thank you for making me a spinning top. I hope to happily spin for you every day of my life, for as long as I live. I love you, Lord!
Hallelujah. Amen.
My Favorite Self-Help Book
Thursday, October 30, 2008
O Great Lights and Divine Spirits,
Today I visited an old friend who goes by the name of The Road Less Traveled.
I was in my freshman year in college when we first met. And oh how this book changed my life. I wasn't really into self help books then but RLT opened the floodgates and since then, I have enjoyed (and learned a lot from) reading self-help and inspirational books.
RLT opens with 'Life is difficult'. A familiar tune to those who are aware of Gautama's teaching that 'Life is suffering'. What's there to gain from accepting the fact that life is difficult? It sounds defeatist and for those who have positive mantras, Dr Scott Peck's opening line is a major turn off. But don't judge this book by its first line. Keep in mind that Dr Peck's masterpiece has been on the bestseller list for almost 30 years.
I hope to spend more time in the coming days to touch base with my college friend. I love it when things come full circle.
Hallelujah. Amen.
O Great Lights and Divine Spirits,
Today I visited an old friend who goes by the name of The Road Less Traveled.
I was in my freshman year in college when we first met. And oh how this book changed my life. I wasn't really into self help books then but RLT opened the floodgates and since then, I have enjoyed (and learned a lot from) reading self-help and inspirational books.
RLT opens with 'Life is difficult'. A familiar tune to those who are aware of Gautama's teaching that 'Life is suffering'. What's there to gain from accepting the fact that life is difficult? It sounds defeatist and for those who have positive mantras, Dr Scott Peck's opening line is a major turn off. But don't judge this book by its first line. Keep in mind that Dr Peck's masterpiece has been on the bestseller list for almost 30 years.
I hope to spend more time in the coming days to touch base with my college friend. I love it when things come full circle.
Hallelujah. Amen.
How to Deal With Office Politics
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
O Great Lights and Divine Spirits,
Today I learned three things on how to deal with office politics.
You see, I had a meeting at work where we were trying to make a case for something that would benefit the organization. Unfortunately, we weren’t able to clearly present our case to the powers that be and we didn’t get what we wanted. I can only blame myself. And part of me can’t help but feel upset.
So for future reference, I am writing you today so that I will remember the basic points about getting what you want in important meetings. Here are a few things to keep in mind:
1) Know what you want to get out of the meeting. Begin with the end in mind.
2) Choose the best approach as to how to get what you want. There are many strategies to choose from. Two examples are:
O Great Lights and Divine Spirits,
Today I learned three things on how to deal with office politics.
You see, I had a meeting at work where we were trying to make a case for something that would benefit the organization. Unfortunately, we weren’t able to clearly present our case to the powers that be and we didn’t get what we wanted. I can only blame myself. And part of me can’t help but feel upset.
So for future reference, I am writing you today so that I will remember the basic points about getting what you want in important meetings. Here are a few things to keep in mind:
1) Know what you want to get out of the meeting. Begin with the end in mind.
2) Choose the best approach as to how to get what you want. There are many strategies to choose from. Two examples are:
- socratic - feed burning questions during the meeting and direct people in their thinking. This is best used when you’ve had prior contact and discussions with the people in the meeting.
- direct - clearly state what you want and tell them why it’s important (and sometimes urgent)
3) If all else fails, stop kicking the donkey. Remember the story of Balaam as found in Numbers 22 in the Good Book. Balaam was on an important mission but his donkey was not following his orders to stay on course. Because of its disobedience, he beat his donkey only to find out that it had saved him from grave danger. In short, you always gotta have faith and trust that the Lord works in mysterious ways.
Hallelujah! Amen.
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