November Monthly Post

Can't believe I haven't been typing for so long. So much has happened, from work to people around me to holidays. Went to Taiwan and Bangkok last month during my long break. Most importantly, the biggest transition in my working life - moving to Vietnam once the visa is done. The entire process has taken a while and to be very honest, it's a little frustrating. Am very nervous yet excited to start a new journey and I have been looking forward to this day everyday now.

In terms of personal development, I guess I am entering a different phase of my career that I started behaving differently as compared to last time. I know what I want, my values and am a little more firmed as compared to my old self. No one is in charge of your future. Your growth is in your hand and do not let other people's thoughts belittle you. Always have faith and believe in yourself. Never stop learning and stay out of your comfort zone!

July Monthly Post

Feeling envious about others isn't going to change anything about yourself. What we can do is to focus to be a stronger person and a somebody that people look up to. Strive towards your goal and cut off all your distractions. Minor things in life can pull you away. Your attitude determines who you are. If you are going to spend this minute wasting your life away, do not regret in the future. Whoever you are today is all caused by your past!

Half of the year has gone. Good that you are constantly reviewing yourself but you are still very far from your ideal person. Constantly remind yourself to become a better person everyday. Have a peaceful and clear mind every morning.

May Monthly Post

For the past 2 weeks, I have realised a change in my attitude. I have gotten very short tempered. When I feel like commenting, I would blurt out the words. I literally write all my emotions on my face that people have started to read and judge me. Then I start asking myself, "what happen to me?" I once said before that I am not a very nice person either but I would consciously control my emotions. So it is time to take time off from everything to reflect. Ever since I stopped swimming, I have also stopped exercising altogether. Again, I ask myself, "what has happened?"

Recently, I attended a short EQ course over 2 days. I started reflecting on what is my life all about, why am I doing certain things and whether I am driving myself towards a direction. This week itself, I felt totally burnt out. I guess my frustration and my inability to control my emotions are the signals of me being a lil lost in my life. Lucky thing is I have those people around me that constantly remind me that my role is to be a better me every day.

So I picked up. I shut my brain from everything on Friday night and went for a jog on Saturday evening. I can only run a mere 2km now. But I believe, I have a will to change and I will successfully steer myself back to my initial course again.

Remember to constantly remind yourself to stop at checkpoints on this marathon to ask yourself where you are now, how did you get here and if you are still on track to your life goals.

Cheers x

Bits and Bobs; Thean Chun [Ipoh Part 6]

It was scorching hot and we decided to have a try at Bits & Bobs. Nothing to shout about. I actually struggled "sucking" the ice while rolling it. That is the correct way to eat it. It is pretty difficult to finish the ball alone so wiser to share! 

If I am not mistaken, the area is called Kong Heng square, artsy place. There are a few cafes around too. Spot Plan B and you may stop. Good spot to snap photos.

We then dropped by the famous Thean Chun before heading back to KL. 

Famous Chee Cheong Fun by old uncle

Ever famous Ipoh Hor Fun

 I am not a food blogger so do not expect me to write a full review of the food. Plus, this is meant to be a relaxing trip. We didn't feel that hungry to try out most of the Ipoh food.

Street Art @ Ipoh [Ipoh Part 5]

If you love taking portrait photos and you have no background to go with, street art can be the best background ever. Started from Penang and then Ipoh, street art is becoming more popular. It also serves as an activity for visitors. Get lost, train your patience and look for those paintings. Why must everything in life be structured? Surprises at one corner of the street means more. Street art galore at the bottom. Please note that I did not have every single Ipoh street art in this post too. Didn't intend to stress ourselves over this. So it was more like hey, spot another art!

This serves as a guide if you need.