Olympic Storm

Dear pipsqueaks,

*temporarily pause my blogger music player and play I believe while you read this post*

Haven't had the time or the brains to update in a while! Though, I do need to point out that I don't like to write about mindless things. So, if I don't have a strong idea, I'd rather leave it until I do to craft a meaningful post.

So, what's happening tomorrow? I'm leaving for LONDON! It's been a wait for what seemed like ages, but nevertheless, it's here. The London 2012 Olympic Games. Do not think for a moment that this is only an Olympic Games. It's more than just that. For some, it's a lifetime wait to participate in the most prestigious sporting event- and possibly never get the chance to. For some, it's a dream come true. Of course, we're not only talking about athletes now. Some people NEED to feed off this extraordinary energy that can only be generated from these Games: ME!

Sense of Self

Dear Pipsqueaks,

Recent events have led me to question how it is that people perceive the idea of "self". Is it physically- a human body? Or emotionally- a set of unique personality? Or mentally- a collection of memories and thought processes? What is it that people think about when we talk about our "selves"? In essence, as you cannot function with one aspect alone, I'm hoping you do consider "self" as a whole. You are an embodiment of physicality, emotionality and mentality- in some distinct percentage of each.

Now, some say that a person who committed suicide is a selfish person. Why? Selfish in what way? Answer: in every way. Physically, emotionally and mentally. I'm sorry to say, "you" in every way do NOT only belong to yourself. Yes, you alone feel the physical pains, the emotional tortures, and the mental challenges. But so, you are not alone in all those experiences.

Understanding Rules

Dear pipsqueaks,

Note: the matters discussed in this post are not life-threatening, nor are they actual crimes. Rather, they're simply a breach of one's principle: mine.

Just recently, I've encountered several occasions where, in the midst of just doing as requested, I find myself somewhat of a criminal. One such incident- not going into any detail of the whole "Once upon a time"- simply put, I was asked to do something that was obviously against the rules. Now, the problem lies in whether I could reason myself into agreeing with what is being asked: I can't. Except, I don't have much of a choice.

It's quite obvious what rules are for: to ensure what is expected is expressed and to maintain a certain standard and fairness. In essence, it is not meant to be lightly considered. Yet, it has become somewhat of a norm to quote, "Rules are made to be broken." Honestly, whoever said that must be a very irresponsible person, not having considered the consequences of his "random blab of personal judgement." Now the whole world thinks it's okay to regard rules as simply an "advice". Well, guess what? It's not.

Lead By Example

Dear pipsqueaks,

The human behavior is definitely one of the hardest things to understand, and still baffles the great minds for ages. I, for one, love to observe and attempt to dissect people's actions by being in their shoes. What, when, where, who, and why- the big 5 W's. You'd think by logical reasoning, it can't be too difficult. Then again, some people are just difficult. Period.

Take this one guy for example. He's in a managerial position watching over several staff, and yes, he does like to set the rules. BUT! Funny thing, even he doesn't do so well to follow them. So what happens? Rules ignored. Why? Because when everyone else sees that he disregards them, they don't feel the need to follow them either. Except, we never hear the end of it, how no ones does this or that. But, who's to blame here?