Dreams are achievable !! =)

Since young, I would always tell my parents and my friends about my dreams, to become an astronomer, fire fighter, doctor and so on.

When we were young, countless imagination and possibilities are there shinning upon our heads waiting to be unravelled. But as we grow older, all these dreams seemed to be impossible for us. Slowly day by day, minute by minute, we lost trust in these dreams that we once believe so much as a kid and succumbed to the flow of today's society mind set and point of view. 

It is true that dreams that we want to achieve when we are young are those impossible dreams? Dreams that can only exist in the plain of our own perfect imaginary world? 

or... 

It is that the general context of the society and teachings that unconsciously hypnotize us and mislead our thoughts to follow the general crowd? 

So which is which? 

Certainly I could just tell you that dreams are achievable, but some would just tell me it is impossible. Some might believe, and some won't. So what is the core criteria that enables us to focus and achieve our dreams? 

There are generally 3 core words that one should remember if one wants to reach out to the stars and catch his/her dreams. 

1. Vision

2. Intention

3. Commitment

Too often we are always affected by our surroundings whenever we voice out our own opinion. People would just start to say; 

"You sure about that?"

"You sure you can make it?"

"It's not that simple as you think it is." 

And then *poof* the dreams and flaming passion that we had are turned off by all these icy cold splashes of negative comments. Gradually we will start to believe that whatever we want to do is impossible to achieve and then we will give up that dream and in search of other dreams.

However, same thing will come back again and again like a vicious cycle if we are not aware of what might be the problem. Is it because of what and how others think? or is it because of ourselves?

Many great people in the past have gone through the same trials and difficulties like us, some even worst in comparison with our daily problems. People like Thomas Edison, Nelson Mandela, Ghandi; all these people had gone through persecution and harsh trials to achieve their dreams. But what's more important is that they are just same like us. Normal human being but with a clear cut Vision, Intention and Commitment.

Vision
Visualize what you wanted to achieve, it can be I want to become a writer, painter, singer, businessmen or even your vision can be such as travelling around the world before certain age.
Vision can be anything, let it be big or small as long as it is what you want to achieve in live and what you love.

Intention
When you had a clear vision where will you be in the future, always define the intention of the vision. A lot of times we are often confused and mistaken our lust for our vision. With a clear cut intention it would be easier to walk towards your dreams.
For example, I always wanted to write a book. That is my vision. My intention would be the reason I write this book. Which is to share my thoughts and experience to others so that others may gain from it.
And that is intention.

Commitment
Once the Vision and Intention is clearly defined, this would be the easiest and yet hardest part for most of us. Which is to go ahead and DO IT!! Normally people would be like how do I start? Where do I start? When do I start? It is actually very easy. START NOW, START HERE and JUST BECOME WHAT YOU WANT TO BECOME.
Seize the moment and become what you want at this very moment, if you want to be a writer then at this moment you are a writer, if you want to be a guitarist, you are now a guitarist. It is never about wait till I learn how to do it then I will become, but the moment when you start taking up the responsibility and commitment to achieve your vision.

Of course it is always easier said than done, but without any steps taken all we would have is just countless numbers of 'what if' questions running in our mind till the end of the days of our lives.
But even when we start to take a small simple step, we are already one step closer to where we want to go. Nobody said it is easy to walk down these path, but the journey, the process of these taken path will surely bare sweet and awesome fruits.

So don't be afraid, what doesn't kill you makes you stronger !

Today is our Best Day~~

Cheers ~ 

The Untold Story - Chapter 1

It was spring that time, flowers blooming, birds chirping among the tall trees that reside just right beside the boys home yard. It was such a wonderful, lovely yet heavy day for the boy. 

It is the day that the boy had to depart away from his home and travel alone down south in search of his very own life. As he was dragging his luggage out from his home and carry it over his back, he took a final glance at his very own home. The place where he used to grow up from. There was the rocking chair that his father would sit; place right beside the cozy fire place. Even tho is day time, the boy would have the glimpse of his old man rocking the chair while smoking his pipe and gazing over the ever beautiful crimson red fire that is burning in that fire place very night.

Then there was the sight of the boy's mother, sitting just right beside his old man each and one another enjoying their company together. And there was the boy's little brother sitting at another corner reading books about dragons, magic, and fantasies. 

It was a weird moment for the boy, as the boy had never felt like this before. The boy knew that he would miss this moment so much despite he hasn't been really appreciative during the times that he was still here. But all the scene was just a scrape of imagination that is playing in his head. Showing him that how much he would miss this place after he leaves. 

Regardless how heavy hearted the boy felt, deep in his heart he knew that this is what he have to do. His conviction towards this decision that he had thought so long, he knew that this is the best thing for him now. As he walk slowly leaving his home, without being able to bid farewell to both of his parents and sibling as they were out early to start up their business. The boy took a last glance on the wooden old, cozy, and comfort home, then he turn his back towards it and never looked back at all. Each step was heavy at the beginning, but as he walk further down the road, steps begin be feel lighter and lighter. The excitement in the boy's heart begin rumble so strong and as he took more step till the village outskirt. He was pretty sure about his decisions. 

Standing amongst the meadows looking into the vast horizon, the boy had never felt to excited, so much hope and afraid at the same time. But all these feelings only meant one thing for the boy, which is there are unlimited vast of opportunities ahead of him. And so his journey into the vast open world begins. 

The boy's first aim is to head down south, with all the supplies and coins that he carry, it might be just the right amount for him to reach his destination. With no one else, around him to guide him, and with his limited skills as a traveller this is a really challenging task for the boy. However, the boy did not seemed to back down towards all these challenges, since young he was taught by his parents of their ways of living an abundant life. The boy always kept in mind of what his mother would always tell him whenever he face trouble since he was young. 

His mother would say, "People grow the most when faced with challenges, when we think that we are at our limits; just take one more step ahead then you have already exceeded your limitations hence improved." 

This phrase was always in the boys heart and mind all the time, as he faced challenges he would always try his best to think positively and overcome it. With all these trained mind and heart muscle since he was young, travelling alone seemed to be just another way for him to learn and improve. 

-To Be Continued-

One World, One Community, One Vision~~ Green Seed Project

I could still remember that since I was young I always love the nature. The serenity of it, the wonderful and amazing tall trees that stand up so high in the sky. Withstanding even the harshest storms, covering us from the scorching hot sun during day time, and providing us with clean fresh air.

Although I am not the kind of guy that loves gardening that much, because I hated the fact that I would always get stung by mosquito. But I always had the idea of planting more trees and making a greener environment around me.

During my university days, when we were ask to conduct a PR campaign for our final year project, the first thing I could think of is to plant trees all over the areas around my campus. Because it is just too hot without trees around it. However, not much of my classmates supported this idea and hence nothing happen in the end.

Just recently when I was in Kuching, I heard of one of my friends that had the same vision and they had started an awesome project called the Green Seed Project. The project is aim to bring the green environment back to our homes, and also to promote and educate the younger generations to enjoy tree planting. By focusing of Love, Joy and Passion towards planting trees and caring for mother nature.

The moment when I heard of this, I became so excited and wanted to be part of it, but due to my work I wasn't able to fly down and understand more about this project. Until last week, my first hand experience in planting trees. The feeling is just so awesome, as we plant the trees is not just mere planting, but having the vision that someday is few ten years later this tree will grow awesomely tall and big, providing good shelter and shading for people and other animals. As well as making the air cleaner and fresher. Just having these thoughts, I became so overwhelmed by it.

All these was created by just one small vision, and one small step forward, and now there are so many people that is supporting this wonderful, amazing and meaningful cause.

Here is the video clip about the Green Seed Project

Green Seed Project : The Beginning

Green Seed Project : Bring Nature Back to School 

Looking through these 2 videos, gave me a very clear realisation that in life nothing is impossible to achieve. All it takes is just a vision, and a step of courage. One step at a time and you will reach the destination. I am so greatly inspired by the founder and the dedication of the whole team, and I am glad that now I am part of this wonderful and meaningful team to create a greener environment for our future generations. 

One World, One Community, One Vision 

Let's hold hands together and make it a better future =) 

Today is our Best Day ~~ 

Cheers ~~ 

Stop! Look, Choose =)

Hey people !!!

Today is our Best Day !!

Sorry for the long absence from my postings as I've been away for a self retreat for the week. Now I am back a fully recharged !!

A lot of things has happen this week, good, bad things, impulsive and wrong decisions made. But that doesn't really matter that much. Because I felt that there are just so many things to learn and realize in our midst of life.

Unconsciously we are often sucked into the frustration of our own problems daily, and each and every actions that we do is lead out from desperation or frustration. For instance, I am having certain problems in my finance area, and things and choices that I've made lately are very based on the value and choices of those who are related to money. My actions became so impulsive and automated which I did not even realize until I stop and look around.

It is just so scary how our brain works sometimes. The inner desire that is so strong within is, if mislead by the context of our own mindset, we would be drag into a much worse situation. I guess I can put this as what we often called 'The Law of Attraction'.

The Law of Attraction is actually as real as it can be. Just think of it, if you are a gamer, normally the friends around you would be gamers too. Well this can easily be explained by a very logical explanation. Referring back to the example given just now, a gamer that love games would subconsciously seek to find his/her own group of clicks to share their joy and fun they harvest from games. Hence when all gamers have these kind of same feelings, they would find ways to connect with each other, it can be through game sessions, forums, social media and etc. It is normal for people to go and search for their own groups, as we humans are creatures of groups but not individuals.

And what I've gone through this period of time is indeed a wake up call for me. Too long I have been drag to places by places with the guide of my worries and fears. I always tend to make choices based of the spur of the moment but never really cool down and really clear of all the things in mind before making decisions.

Hence it is important for us to practice the 'Stop, Look & Choose' practice. Whenever we face any issues and problems. We should;

STOP
Stop all things that is on the go, whether it is in a rush or not. Just put every thing on hold. Disconnect yourself momentarily from all these problems and issues, and try to calm down by taking deep breathes.
Just continue to focus on your breathing until you are not tense anymore.

LOOK
Once you are calm enough you will eventually have a much clearer mind and clarity in the things you see. Now, look around and see what are the options and approaches that you can proceed with.
Let it be right or wrong, just list out all the possibilities.

CHOOSE
Now, once all the options has been laid out, it is time for you to make a choice. Choose the best decision according to you Intention and vision towards the subject that you want to achieve. And always keep one thing in mind, there is no shortcuts in life. Step by step lay a good foundation so that we would not fall easily.

I hope that my sharing today will help some of you that have been facing certain problems in life.

Stay tuned for more post =D

Today is our best day!!

Cheers ~~