Monday Musings: The Power of Introverts

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Squeezed in 19-minutes of my time just to watch this because if there is one person I know who understands who I am, that is her, Susan Cain, the writer of the book "Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking". I am not yet done reading the book but as I read along, I am amazed by how the pages seem like they talk to me personally. In short, I can greatly relate.

Susan Cain did an extensive research and provided a whole lot of references on her book and watching her talk in this video made my day like she was bringing out something in me. Hahaha ang drama and feeling close. You might find it weird but in this world where according to her, the "culture of personality" is greatly approved of, there is someone like Susan Cain who strongly believes in the power of those people who prefer to be alone. Only a fellow introvert would very much relate.

I am one with her vision. I believe in the power of introverts. Thank you Susan for making me feel that it's totally alright to choose solitude or being alone with my book, choosing to talk the least in a group discussion or brainstorming, that it's okay to not jump right away into things that seem socially acceptable. And I am one with the vision, that despite my being introvert, I would certainly allow the rest of the world to see what's in my suitcase.

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What about someday...

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How I would love to see myself doing things I really like doing for the usual one-third of the day which is currently solely dedicated to the corporate world. How I would love to just allow the creative juice to keep flowing any time of the day. How I would love to be a slave of my own chosen ardour. How I would love to see all these realized someday.

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We had a small talk about how he sees me as wanting to do so many things more. You mentioned about “if you want something you prepare for it” pertaining to something you deemed like I’m not ready for or I don’t want yet. I concur with your statement of preparing for things you want. But I beg to disagree with your latter statement. It got me thinking. Why am I doing these things just now? Why suddenly the rush to accomplish so much? Maybe it’s because this is my kind of preparation of having the idea of possibly ending writing a book that I won’t have the chance to turn back the pages and proofread; and write a whole new story with a fresh plot. In all these I was thinking of us. In my decisions, I think of us. I don’t think I was too selfish deciding to do these things just because I want it without thinking how these will affect tomorrow. Sometimes, the way you think still surprises me. Maybe my words and actions speak otherwise of what you perceive. But trust me in this, I am doing my part. Trust me in this.

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162. Monday Musings: Or Maybe Something Greater

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Don't you just long for that day, to finally see in front of you what you've long been yearning for or as the above statement says, something better? I do. A lot. But of course, I'm still in the constant seeking phase, I love using this -- I still see a vast horizon in front of me.

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160. They are new every morning...

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Sing with me!

They are new every morning.

Great is thy faithfulness...

Isn't it wonderful that there is a loving, merciful and gracious God?

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136. Poignancy

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As I lay myself to bed and lean my head to my pillows. 
As I curl myself beneath the sheets wishing that I be swallowed. 
As each duct tears and the heart fears. 
As the used to be will be gone. 
As the once was seemingly endless now foregone. 
As the thoughts gush the rain pours. 
As the memories flash the future is blur. 

Promises and words to hold on to.
Faith and actions too.
Through saving grace, prayers and praise.
Our true love will bring us through.

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128. Sometimes, we need to get through a tunnel to appreciate light, to appreciate brightness.

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Sometimes, we need to get through a tunnel to appreciate light, to appreciate brightness.

—What I would have said to him in this time that he feels so down. But then I realized it applies to me as well. And made me realize how unfair I was with my thoughts the past days compared to him; compared to other people who are going through harder times than him. And made me realize that I may not be wearing the fancy pair of sky-high heels that everyone adores, but definitely I’m in better shoes, regardless if it’s just a plain pair of simple black flats.

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119. Living the Present But Looking Forward

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I have been inspired lately. Or should I say I'm trying to be as optimistic as I can the past few days. The days before seem PMS-ing-everyday. On some days, I get too emotional and lock myself up inside a cubicle until I feel somehow and a tiny bit relieved. You just have to go through those days. And of course praying helps.

I have finally laid down my plans. And I mean futuristic-ally and not just for tomorrow. You know I have been dreaming and just dreaming and just waiting and guess what?? Of course nothing happens. And then part of the 'lately' is the SNAP! Get up, don't whine and do something instead. Even just a really tiny step. And so I did. I'm just happy that I finally know where to head. Btw my plans are revokable?? How do you say it, can be changed if a really good job opportunity comes along. Lol.

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91. incoherent

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I just feel like writing. I'm done with my project and I'm not in the mood just yet to go back to the normal pace of working. I've been thinking a lot lately. No. Let me prolong that. I have always been thinking a lot. But lately I have been thinking a lot more. It has been sort of my coping mechanism whenever I feel like my life is about to go downhill. But my life isn't about to go downhill, really. I am not depressed either. Just 'that feeling'. Or maybe, I am confused. Okay enough, actually there is this joy inside of me that at times I can not contain. Let me go back and maybe reiterate and end up repeating a sentence that was already stated. Lately I have been thinking a lot more. Welcome to my random thoughts and musings.

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88. it's about time....again...

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C'mmon. Admit it. We just can't prevent the big-headedness-feeling-inside when we are commended, most especially by someone superior to you. In my case, today, I had a one-on-one video meeting with my manager ('cos he's stationed in Paris) early evening. It's about our productivity and performance for our first encounter with the 'earning season'. The meeting turned out short and WELL. As a whole, our team has an EXCELLENT performance! Kudos! Individually, I got commended (I'm feeling big-headed now) that I performed well quantitatively and quality-wise. In terms of quality, I even belong to the top 10. This is all GLORY TO HIM. I know His Spirit is with me as I ask for the guidance before I start hitting Ctrl + N on the keyboard of my TC. I pray that I push through with this record.

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