Smart vs Wise

Let’s look at some differences between being smart and wise:

1. Logic versus emotion.

Smart people tend to process information in a logical way whereas wise people process the emotional, the spiritual and the subtle side of the logic as well.

2. Does wisdom only come with age?

Experience is a great advantage. The problem is that when you get the experience, you're too damned old to do anything about it. - Jimmy Connors. There's no doubt that a big part of wisdom does come with experience, but one of the most important formulas for gaining wisdom is to surround yourselves with people much wiser than yourself whom you trust to help you on your journey of gaining wisdom.

3. When to open your mouth and when not to.

Here's a humorous way of explaining the difference between intelligence and wisdom. Being smart is knowing your girlfriend/wife's hair style isn't as good as her last one. Being wise is knowing enough to keep your mouth shut. Gentlemen, this can help you tremendously.

Another explanation could be that a smart person is aware that a tomato is a fruit but a wise person knows not to put one in a fruit salad.

4. Know-it-all versus willing to learn and grow.

A wise person knows that they're not the smartest person out there, which makes them seek new information in order for them to learn and grow. We've all heard the saying "he is too smart for his own good," but I'm not sure how often you've heard "he is too wise for his own good."

5. Knowing versus doing.

There's a big difference between knowing things and knowing how to use what you know. Reading a book about how to start a business is a waste if you don't actually start a business. Reading a book about how to improve your health is a waste if you end up having a whole cheesecake by yourself that evening after finishing the book.

6. Employing knowledge versus employing judgment under pressure.

It's easier for a wise person to gain knowledge than for a smart person to gain judgment. The obvious difference is that being smart is a process of learning while being wise is a product of experience. Age has very little to do with this. A 17-year-old kid who grew up in a war-stricken environment has much better judgment when it comes down to how to react during war than someone who is 50 years old with no experience in war, even if that person has read every single book on war.

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Always Be Sexy

Apart from Paramore's amazing performance on Teen Choice Awards, this was the part that I thought meant anything real, as far as useful stuff for young people to take away from the show as a whole. It's awesome to see someone like Ashton Kutcher speaking to teenagers in a way that seemed genuine and loving and without coming off condescending. So this is what he said:

"I  believe that opportunity looks a lot like work. When I was 13 I had my first job with Dad carrying shingles to the roof, and then I got a job washing dishes at a restaurant, and then I got a job in a grocery store deli, and then I got a job in a factory sweeping Cheerio dust of the ground. And I never had a job in my life that I was better than. I was always just lucky to have a job. And every job I had was a stepping stone to my next job, and I never quit my job until I had my next job. And so opportunities look a lot like work.

The sexiest thing in the entire world is being really smart. And being thoughtful and being generous. Everything else is crap. I promise you. It's just crap that people try to sell to you to make you feel like less. So don't buy it. Be smart. Be thoughtful and be generous.

Steve Jobs said when you grow up you tend to get told that world is the way that it is. Everything around us that we call life was made up of people that are no smarter than you. And you can build your own things and you can build your own life that other people can live in. So build a life, don't live one, find your opportunities and always be sexy."

To be One with Nature

Me and The Baks were supposed to have a trip to Kundasang on last Tuesday. But something came up so we had to cancel it. Yet it didn't stop right there because we had another plan, like always. Well that's how we roll, we won't let the day goes by without any interesting stuff to do as we got our hopes up to have fun. So on that Tuesday, we were going on an awesome picnic at Kibambangan Water Park, just a small place in Penampang. As small as it is,  it's beautiful and such a joy to be one with nature, to listen to the sounds of flowing river, insects and birds chirping in the nearby woods and feel the cold, refreshing water to dip in. It's such a bliss and ideal way to escape concrete jungle. It's quite an adventure to get there actually as the place is located in deep rural area of Penampang, the road is hilly, and when we got there, we had to cross a swinging bridge. Much fun!

So we brought along some food and stuff; tuna sandwiches, marinated chicken wings, snacks, sausages, rice, drinks, BBQ set, mats, etc. Luckily it's a weekday and the place's empty, we easily found a perfect spot for our picnic, just right at the riverbank. While the guys were dipping in the river, other friends and I barbecued the marinated chicken wings and sausages. We really loved the chicken wings. Honestly it's the best BBQ chicken I ever ate. I don't know why, but maybe the marinating time was long enough for the chickens to absorb all ingredients. We never thought that a cheap BBQ sauce that I picked could do wonders. I can take credits, right? Lol. 

I didn't miss the chance to get down in the river, sit on rocks and soak my feet. It's cold but I liked it. I also helped out my friend, Jasper, to design a pool by rearranging the rocks and building dam. Then it started drizzling. When the sky's getting darker and the rain kept pouring, we moved our things into huts, except the grill as we can't move the burning charcoals. So they took a wooden table from the hut and made it as shelter for the grill. Despite the crazy weather, we still had so much fun munching away happily on our food, listening to music, singing and chatting while waiting for the rain to stop. But it didn't stop. As it rained heavily, the river flowed faster and water level got higher. It's frightening. You could die if you fell into it. 

It was still raining when we packed up things and went back. Crossing the wet swinging bridge while the stream ran fast beneath really scared the hell out of me. Well, it's a wonderful day and we're surely gonna do it again next time. ^^

Ifo and Naszreen were starting the charcoal fire

Bon appetit!

Teamwork

From left: Naszreen, Jasper and me

Rock pool.

Behind the scene

Me and Russel took the initial shift to burn the chickens

We had fun ^^

You are Enough

Stop comparing where you're at with where everyone else is. It doesn't move you farther ahead, improve your situation, or help you find peace. It just feeds your shame, fuels your feelings of inadequacy, and ultimately, it keeps you stuck. The reality is that there is no one correct path in life. Everyone has their own unique journey. A path that's right for someone else won't necessarily be a path that's right for you. And that's okay. Your journey isn't right or wrong, or good or bad. It’s just different. Your life isn't meant to look like anyone else’s because you aren't like anyone else. You're a person all your own with a unique set of goals, obstacles, dreams, and needs. So stop comparing, and start living. You may not have ended up where you intended to go. But trust, for once, that you have ended up where you needed to be. Trust that you are in the right place at the right time. Trust that your life is enough. Trust that you are enough.

Lessons of a Lifetime

1. Never cancel lunch/dinner plans by text message.

2. If a street performer makes you stop walking, you owe him a buck.

3. Always use ‘we’ when referring to your home team or your government.

4. When entrusted with a secret, keep it.

5. Just because you can doesn't mean you should.

6. Don’t dumb it down.

7. You only get one chance to notice a new haircut.

8. Expect the seat in front of you to recline. Prepare accordingly.

9. Hold your heroes to a high standard.

10. Never lie to your doctor.

11. All guns are loaded.

12. The best way to show thanks is to wear it. Even if it’s only once.

13. Take a vacation of your cell phone, internet, and TV once a year.

14. A handshake beats an autograph.

15. Don’t linger in the doorway. In or out.

16. If you choose to go in drag, don’t sell yourself short.

17. If you want to know what makes you unique, sit for a caricature.

18. Be mindful of what comes between you and the Earth. Always buy good shoes, tires, and sheets.

19. When you’re with new friends, don’t just talk about old friends.

20. When traveling, keep your wits about you.

21. It’s never too late for an apology.

22. If you have the right of way, take it.

23. You don’t get to choose your own nickname.

24. When you marry someone, remember you marry their entire family.

25. Never push someone off a dock.

26. Under no circumstances should you ask a woman if she’s pregnant.

27. It’s not enough to be proud of your ancestry; live up to it.

28. Don’t make a scene.

29. When giving a thank you speech, short and sweet is best.

30. Know when to ignore the camera.

31. Never gloat.

32. Invest in good luggage.

33. Make time for your mom on your birthday. It’s her special day, too.

34. When opening presents, no one likes a good guesser.

35. Sympathy is a crutch, never fake a limp.

36. Give credit. Take blame.

37. Suck it up every now and again.

38. Don’t stare.

39. Stand up to bullies. You’ll only have to do it once.

40. If you've made your point, stop talking.

41. Admit it when you’re wrong.

42. If you offer to help don’t quit until the job is done.

43. Look people in the eye when you thank them.

44. Thank the bus driver.

45. Never answer the phone at the dinner table.

46. Forgive yourself for your mistakes.

47. Know at least one good joke.

48. Don’t boo. Even the ref is somebody’s son.

49. Know how to cook one good meal.

50. Be cool to younger kids. Reputations are built over a lifetime.

51. It’s okay to go to the movies by yourself.

52. Don’t lose your cool. Especially at work.

53. Always thank the host.

54. If you don’t understand, ask before it’s too late.

55. Know the size of your boy/girlfriend’s clothes.

56. There is nothing wrong with a plain T-shirt.

57. Be a good listener. Don’t just wait for your turn to talk.

58. Keep your word.

59. In college, always sit in the front. You’ll stand out immediately.

60. Carry your mother’s bags. She carried you for 9 months.

61. Be patient with airport security. They’re just doing their jobs.

62. Don’t be the talker in a movie.

63. You are what you do, not what you say.

64. Be kind. Everyone has a hard fight ahead of them.

65. An hour with grandparents is time well spent. Ask for advice when you need it.

66. Don’t litter.

67. If you have a sister, get to know her boyfriend. Your opinion is important.

68. You won’t always be the strongest or the fastest. But you can be the toughest.

69. Never call someone before 9 am or after 9 pm.

70. Make the little things count.

71. There is a fine line between looking sultry and slutty. Find it.

72. You’re never too old to need your mom.

73. Ladies, if you make the decision to wear heels on the first date, commit to keeping them on and keeping your trap shut about how much your feet kill.

74. Know the words to your national anthem.

75. Smile at strangers.

76. Make goals.

77. Being old is not dictated by your bedtime.

78. If you have to fight, punch first and punch hard.

79. Guys, respect women. 

80. Family always comes first.