What principles define how you live?
Currently listening to: The Man – Taylor Swift
I’d be a fearless leaderI’d be an alpha typeWhen everyone believes yaWhat’s that like?
I’m so sick of running as fast as I canWondering if I’d get there quickerIf I was a manAnd I’m so sick of them coming at me again‘Cause if I was a manThen I’d be the man
Everyone is a limited edition, it’s a sonder realization. We all have different lives – experiences, upbringings, and we are all the main characters in our own lives.
Work hard, play hard.
- I don’t think work-life balance exists. This is a fast-paced world and balancing work and life (family, play, and dreams) is not feasible. As a double minority, I know that I have to work hard and play the game by being clever. When it becomes overwhelming, I might complain about it for a minute but then I get into beast mode. I know that eventually, there will be a light at the end of the tunnel. Once I get out of whatever hell I got into, I relish and treasure those moments.
Do what you love.
- Indulge in the good foods, explore new destinations, broaden my knowledge, implement a new skincare regimen , support local businesses, or simply enjoying a lazy day at home…in bed…rotting away.
- I also love being mischievous, silly, and not taking myself too seriously.
Stay fit and healthy.
- It’s a delicate dance of choices. Sure, I have gluten relapses now and then, but we all have our vices. Until CRISPR is available, I have to rely on good old-fashioned methods to keep my body in check.
Out of clutter, find simplicity.
- I like living a minimal life, it helps me create a space for what matters…and I choose to invest more on enriching experiences. I donate heavily (personal belongings) throughout the year, whether it is through charities or giving them to staff or friends.
Try new things.
- Change can be intimidating, especially for me but I know that in order to evolve, I have to go out of my comfort zone. This could be going to an unfamiliar place, doing things on my own that I’ve never done before, transferring to different department, trying a new restaurant, picking up a new hobby, and embracing new ideas.
Don’t be a bag of dicks.
- I try to practice kindness and empathy but there are times when people mistaken it for weakness or an opportunity for them to take advantage of me. Kindness and empathy aren’t a free pass for exploitation; it’s a ripple in the pond of humanity. For those assholes who want to capitalize on someone’s kindness, all I gotta say is, karma. Karma’s out there taking notes, rest assured.
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