“And you are like water in the morning or like a beautiful garden in Kyoto :)” So simple, fresh, and special – this is definitely one of the best compliments I’ve received 🥰
You are like water in the morning
Tag: Happiness
She was full of energy
Some of the most exciting people we meet are the ones we unexpectedly meet. On a night out with friends after feasting tahini and arepas, then feeling too full to do anything, we headed out to the city to meet up with some friends. We went out with no real purpose other than having a … Continue reading She was full of energy
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"Never forget why you're doing what you're doing. Are you helping people? Are they happy? Are you happy? Are you profitable? Isn't that enough?" – Derek Sivers, Anything You Want
Short and sweet life
I’ve always thought of my life as a short one. And I’ve lived it as such — doing all the things I feared, all the things people said it’d be crazy or impossible to do, and in short, doing everything I’ve always wanted. I think of my life every day as something that could end up at … Continue reading Short and sweet life
Being you
Being you is being unique.Being you is being different.Being you is being self-aware.Being you is knowing yourself.Being you is not copying someone else.Being you is to try becoming the best version of yourself.Being you is the most special thing you can feel and express.Being you is not caring what others think about you and your … Continue reading Being you
Being content
The difference between being happy and being content sounds minimal, but it’s sizable. Happiness is a moment whereas content is a state. It’s similar to tranquility, but with what you have, who you are, and your reason of living life. Most people get enjoyment and are happy for a quick short moment, but are rarely … Continue reading Being content
What do you value?
As we grow older and hopefully wiser, we begin to understand the simple things in life are invaluable. Things we might’ve taken for granted such as health, family, friendships, happiness, hard work, and peace of mind. We realize these become more important than whatever else comes after them. We value things that last longer, make … Continue reading What do you value?
Happiness is undervalued
Excluding honeymoon periods. What’s the longest time you’ve been truly happy and how did it feel? I’d consider true happiness as being comfortable with who you are, being happy waking up on a Monday morning knowing you have to go to work, knowing that not knowing everything in life is actually fine, and having a … Continue reading Happiness is undervalued
Because happiness matters
this is not me, but this kid is happy and that’s what matters.Some of us spent months, years, and sometimes even decades looking for the right opportunity at the right company. Oftentimes we never find it or we settle only for what’s in front of us, instead of keep looking for what we truly believe in — the … Continue reading Because happiness matters
Let go of your ego
As human beings, we all make mistakes — in our job, relationships, and life. It’s rarely unavoidable sometimes although we could always minimize them. The key is to not beat yourself over and over because of your mistakes — nothing good comes when you do this. It only brings out negativity and it’s recursive. Think of it as a … Continue reading Let go of your ego
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