First steps

As I take my first steps into the world of leadership, I realised that I've always been rather naive. A new world opened to me, but surprisingly this world has always been around the corner. I've never taken a peek around this corner, so I've always been oblivious to this vast world out there.

Recently, I started realised that every man needs a little time for himself, so that he's able to look back what he has achieved. At the same time, he can take his chances to look forward as well. Basically we all need a moment when we can be a hermit, and retreat ourselves into our secret hideout.

Figurative speaking of course, in real it usually simply means doing things we really enjoy. Some people like to walk in the woods, while I personally dives into books, while enjoying my coffee. I might enjoy walk in the woods, but the problem is that there are no woods around me. At least not at cycle distance. Next to reading, I love to jog around the lake. I have to admit that I'm somewhat lazy lately, and I know that I'm gradually gaining weight again (but that's another story :P). Bottom line is, we all have our own way to find ourselves again. A little time to think about the past and what's ahead.

This is important as a leader too. We can't stay level headed forever, so we need to retreat ourselves in order to look forward from time to time. It's the same in life. If we don't look forward from time to time, we will be led by life, while we are the one suppose to be leading the life. As a manager you will become a victim of the daily routines, and all the "priorities" of daily/weekly activities. Instead of you being the one to manage things, you will be managed by all these necessities. Therefore we need our time to look advance, and beyond. Maybe way beyond. That way we can set our course in career, life, and business. That way we will be able to take control of life again, instead of being led by it. Once our path is set, we will get back to the right track again...

So much for the new journey

Not too long ago I've promised myself to centre myself a little. So far I haven't been doing very well.

Problem is, in a modern busy life, it's hard to keep promises you made to yourself. Before you know you are behind on schedule with everything. New jobs, new relations, new friends they keep following each other up, making you forget the promise you made to yourself.

That's why I realise why we sometimes need a little "me" time. Especially when you seem to lag behind with everything, that's when you need a pause. I'm not the meditating kind of person, neither would I take a sabbatical leave. I realise I find myself more easily when I'm comfortable with myself. That means reading on a couch, with a nice cup of espresso.

I also promised myself to blog more. It seems like I think more about everything when I take some spare time off to blog about random things.

I also should sport more. Next to the fact that I'm getting fat. It also seems like I'm somewhat lacking energy.

Bottom line is, is that I need to take some time away from everything, every now and then. Or else I might get stuck in the maze of road ahead.

Life is hectic, life is a maze, but when you are able to take your time, and think things over, you might find that one road you need to walk on, and it might be very evident and clear to you.

Oh well... I guess it's time to stop my ramblings and get my @rse moved.

I'm not boring!

You Are 80% Interesting

Believe it or not, you are a very fascinating person. You're probably too busy being interesting to realize exactly how interesting you are. You have a rich, full life. You are curious about the world, and you are very open to new experiences. You have a lot to talk about, and people find you to be an amazing conversationalist. And most importantly, you are truly interested in other people. How could anyone find that boring? You truly listen and learn from others. You're not self absorbed or shallow.

Are You Boring or Interesting?

A new journey in life

I've taken a new course in life. From now on, I'll try to rethink things, and try to see the meaning behind every detail, while I normally would miss. By taking things for granted we forget little details in things that actually makes our life worthwhile.

Today, I've spoken to a friend of mine, which I haven't spoken for a long time. Because of her problems, and me inspiring and motivating her, I realise that I actually have to inspire myself too.

My first step in my journey is just "being myself". I have to define myself, and try to remember myself from time to time who I actually am. I need to think of methods to strengthen my personality. I've promise myself to record all this stuff, so I decided to put it all on this blog. I doubt anyone is interested enough to read it, except for those I don't mind to show. Of course, I can never be totally transparent while I put this on-line, but on the other hand. If I truly believe in the words I put here, then there's nothing to hide as well :).

Ah well, my new journey awaits me

Quietly

Just when I was in a sentimental mood, while I thought I could feel sorry for myself, I realise that there's no time for my silly moody love problems...

Last night I turned to a friend talking about my silly problems. I eventually realize that my problems weren't that big compared to hers. Her life is drastically changing, because someone in her family is seriously sick. She's uncertain about the road ahead, and I have never been there to listen to her problems and situation.

At this moment I can only feel guilt. And I dunno why, but I'm listening to Harlem's quietly, and it's soothing. I promised myself that I would spend more time on people who deserve my time. I promised myself I would spend less time with people who are not certain that they really want my time :X. I promised myself.. tomorrow on... i'll try to walk the better path, the one I should have walked on long before today....

For those who wonder

Hey all,

I'm still around. It's just that I've been busy with work, life, partying, gaming, going out, and that blogging is not one of my priorities anymore, but through all the travelling, and partying etc, I seem to have changed a little. And I probably want to rethink of everything eventually. It's time to grab my laptop and post some entries again I guess.

Past couple of months have been hectic. Not exactly hectic, but lot of things have changed. Maybe i'll post about it soon :).