Coming year 2008 C.E., I wish to jot down some new year resolutions. I term them the 5 Hards.
1. I want to study hard.
2. I want to study hard.
3. I want to study hard.
4. I want to train hard.
5. Hard is not hard at all.
Hope I can do well and keep strictly to my 5 resolutions.
Monday, December 31, 2007
Saturday, December 29, 2007
Fun says, "Rape case on the rise?"
Is our society getting messier by the day with all sorts of social illness such as rape, rob, murder or drug abuse? I do not know. But recently, I stumbled into a forum. A thread there discuss extensively on prevention and protection from getting raped. It reminded me of cases I heard from my friends about their friends who fell victim to the heartless men.
Is there a perfect way to protect yourself from being a victim? There are literally hundreds of advices out there for us to refer to. But each and every one of them has their own pros and cons. For example, some suggest pepper spray. But from the little knowledge I have about the purses/bags of girls, I think that by the the time they can find the spray in their purses/bags they are already raped. Some other people will suggest that you always keep your hand on the spray when you are out. Then you run the risk of spraying your friends. Or worse, your boss or your customer. You might become paranoia as well if you keep your hand and mind on the spray every time you go out.
So, no matter what is suggested, there will be always loopholes. However, better be prepared with something with loopholes rather than be totally unprepared. So, here's a few pointers I got from reading from the forum and also from my own experience in martial arts.
1. Always be aware of your surrounding.
Human are very capable of reading body language. When you are aware of your surrounding, you will be giving out the body language of being prepared and alert. Most rapist will see and feel this. They will less likely attack you as they have the fear of getting caught or beaten up. Also, by being aware of your surrounding, you have higher chance of noticing fishy events around you. You might just have that extra milliseconds to react. This can give you a lot of advantage. Besides that, activities such as text-ing or talking on the phone should be reduced as they distract you from your surrounding.
2. Always try to bring something that can be used as a weapon of self-defense.
The most recommended item to bring will be umbrella. The reason is, you can use it for sunny day, rainy day or emergency. Also, its length can be an advantage. Keys, hair sprays, perfumes, files, high heels and many other seemingly safe items can be used as weapons. Use your creativity and you can find ways to use them against the attacker.
3. Study the human body to learn about weak points in the body.
No matter how strong a man, he will still have weaknesses. Even superman has a weakness. Being able to identify them and attack them will give you an advantage. Most people will argue that girls are weaker than guys but you don't need a fatal blow to take down a guy on his weak points. A direct poke on the person's eye will most probably make him release you. This will win you time to run and scream for help.
4. Learn martial arts if it is possible
I recommend Judo. The reason being that I notice most martial arts cannot prepare you to be able to defend yourself in a short time (less than 6 months). I personally think that 2 hours a week in judo can prepare you to defend yourself within 3 months. Jujitsu can also be an alternative. However, if you want something more graceful and elegant, you can try traditional Chen Style Tai Chi or Aikido. Why am I not recommending Tae Kwon Do or Karate? Because it is too common. The rapist might have done his homework in advance to counter basic attacks of these 2 arts. And I'm not saying these 2 arts are no good. They are great.
5. Learn how to run, fast.
Always keep fit. You wouldn't want to be breathless and tired within seconds of fleeing from the attacker. So, doing some cardiovascular exercise often is good for protecting yourself, from attackers and diseases as well.
6. Despite all the rubbish I said, running is always the best option!
Flee, run, escape. That's the best choice of action. Even some 6th or 7th dan master from some famous martial arts will still say they would rather run. If you fight, you risk getting hurt, or worse, killed.
7. Lastly, always bring condoms with you.
If worse comes to worst that you cannot escape and cannot do a thing, at the very least, plead the rapist to wear condom. It will protect you from STD or bearing the rapist's child.
Girls, please do take good care of yourself. If anyone wants more information on the 3rd, 4th or 5th item, feel free to contact me. I'm very willing to help. Of course if you need help with the 7th item, I'll be willing to help as well. (*with a wolfish grin...)
May HaShem bless us all with protection and bless the rapists with conscience that they will stop their actions. Amen.
Shalom.
Is there a perfect way to protect yourself from being a victim? There are literally hundreds of advices out there for us to refer to. But each and every one of them has their own pros and cons. For example, some suggest pepper spray. But from the little knowledge I have about the purses/bags of girls, I think that by the the time they can find the spray in their purses/bags they are already raped. Some other people will suggest that you always keep your hand on the spray when you are out. Then you run the risk of spraying your friends. Or worse, your boss or your customer. You might become paranoia as well if you keep your hand and mind on the spray every time you go out.
So, no matter what is suggested, there will be always loopholes. However, better be prepared with something with loopholes rather than be totally unprepared. So, here's a few pointers I got from reading from the forum and also from my own experience in martial arts.
1. Always be aware of your surrounding.
Human are very capable of reading body language. When you are aware of your surrounding, you will be giving out the body language of being prepared and alert. Most rapist will see and feel this. They will less likely attack you as they have the fear of getting caught or beaten up. Also, by being aware of your surrounding, you have higher chance of noticing fishy events around you. You might just have that extra milliseconds to react. This can give you a lot of advantage. Besides that, activities such as text-ing or talking on the phone should be reduced as they distract you from your surrounding.
2. Always try to bring something that can be used as a weapon of self-defense.
The most recommended item to bring will be umbrella. The reason is, you can use it for sunny day, rainy day or emergency. Also, its length can be an advantage. Keys, hair sprays, perfumes, files, high heels and many other seemingly safe items can be used as weapons. Use your creativity and you can find ways to use them against the attacker.
3. Study the human body to learn about weak points in the body.
No matter how strong a man, he will still have weaknesses. Even superman has a weakness. Being able to identify them and attack them will give you an advantage. Most people will argue that girls are weaker than guys but you don't need a fatal blow to take down a guy on his weak points. A direct poke on the person's eye will most probably make him release you. This will win you time to run and scream for help.
4. Learn martial arts if it is possible
I recommend Judo. The reason being that I notice most martial arts cannot prepare you to be able to defend yourself in a short time (less than 6 months). I personally think that 2 hours a week in judo can prepare you to defend yourself within 3 months. Jujitsu can also be an alternative. However, if you want something more graceful and elegant, you can try traditional Chen Style Tai Chi or Aikido. Why am I not recommending Tae Kwon Do or Karate? Because it is too common. The rapist might have done his homework in advance to counter basic attacks of these 2 arts. And I'm not saying these 2 arts are no good. They are great.
5. Learn how to run, fast.
Always keep fit. You wouldn't want to be breathless and tired within seconds of fleeing from the attacker. So, doing some cardiovascular exercise often is good for protecting yourself, from attackers and diseases as well.
6. Despite all the rubbish I said, running is always the best option!
Flee, run, escape. That's the best choice of action. Even some 6th or 7th dan master from some famous martial arts will still say they would rather run. If you fight, you risk getting hurt, or worse, killed.
7. Lastly, always bring condoms with you.
If worse comes to worst that you cannot escape and cannot do a thing, at the very least, plead the rapist to wear condom. It will protect you from STD or bearing the rapist's child.
Girls, please do take good care of yourself. If anyone wants more information on the 3rd, 4th or 5th item, feel free to contact me. I'm very willing to help. Of course if you need help with the 7th item, I'll be willing to help as well. (*with a wolfish grin...)
May HaShem bless us all with protection and bless the rapists with conscience that they will stop their actions. Amen.
Shalom.
Friday, December 28, 2007
Fun says, "People just love to spread lies."
It's really amazing people love to spread lies.
There was this advertisement saying, "If you buy one thing and get something else with the same value for free, it is like it's free! So quickly come and get it, since it is free!". If you analyse the statements clearly, they are implying that 1 - 0 = 0 instead of 1 - 0 = 2 * 0.5 = 1. And there are people who believe in the former equation and bought the items.
There's another ad, claiming that they can make the calcium atoms smaller!!! And they call it nanocalcium! Anyone with scientific knowledge knows that that is a total lie but the government approve of such advertisement on the TV, spreading lies to the consumers.
In another ad, they teach that pH 5.5 is neutral. I wonder where they got the idea. But anyone who study basic science knows that pH 5.5 is acidic. pH 7 is the real neutral.
No wonder there are people saying that businessmen are wicked and evil. Their reputations are being marred by these unscrupulous people. And it makes me wonder why the government isn't doing something to correct such misinformation on the TV?
There was this advertisement saying, "If you buy one thing and get something else with the same value for free, it is like it's free! So quickly come and get it, since it is free!". If you analyse the statements clearly, they are implying that 1 - 0 = 0 instead of 1 - 0 = 2 * 0.5 = 1. And there are people who believe in the former equation and bought the items.
There's another ad, claiming that they can make the calcium atoms smaller!!! And they call it nanocalcium! Anyone with scientific knowledge knows that that is a total lie but the government approve of such advertisement on the TV, spreading lies to the consumers.
In another ad, they teach that pH 5.5 is neutral. I wonder where they got the idea. But anyone who study basic science knows that pH 5.5 is acidic. pH 7 is the real neutral.
No wonder there are people saying that businessmen are wicked and evil. Their reputations are being marred by these unscrupulous people. And it makes me wonder why the government isn't doing something to correct such misinformation on the TV?
Thursday, December 27, 2007
Fun says, "I think this is from the Sages of old, 'Give a man a fish and you feed him a day, teach a man to fish and you feed him for life.'"
We all know that the ultimate charity is to help people to be able to support themselves. Yet, the most prevalence concept of charity is donation, which usually ends up as feeding the poor people for only a day. There's another concept of charity known as microfinance loan.
Upon hearing the word "loan", you might think that this is not a charity. However, if you think deeply enough, by giving a loan, you help the person to commit himself to growth and expansion. With this loan, the person can start a small business which will generate income for him. Thus he will be able to feed himself for life and he will also be able to return the loan, which you can again use to help another person. Isn't this beautiful?
You can find out more on http://www.microplace.com
Upon hearing the word "loan", you might think that this is not a charity. However, if you think deeply enough, by giving a loan, you help the person to commit himself to growth and expansion. With this loan, the person can start a small business which will generate income for him. Thus he will be able to feed himself for life and he will also be able to return the loan, which you can again use to help another person. Isn't this beautiful?
You can find out more on http://www.microplace.com
Monday, December 24, 2007
Fun says, "Very often, we take things for granted, that's usually the time disaster will strike."
We are all forgetful, careless and myopic. We all know what's wrong with ourselves. However, are we doing something to change? No, we are not. We are taking things for granted. We think it's ok to be this way because other people are this way too. This leads to many troubles we face today. It's time we care more, do more and look further before the ultimate disaster strikes...
Sunday, December 23, 2007
Fun says, "Listening to the voices in your head?"
Do you hear voices in your head? I'm sure everyone has somewhat similar experiences. It's especially distinctive when you hear two voices with one telling you to go ahead with an action and the other voice keeps on giving various reasons to bail out on the action. At times like this, we sure feel confused. We will try various methods such as consulting a friend or a teacher to find the best course of action. But when you have no one around, things are the worst.
I'm sure most people will agree that having two opposing voice in their head is not a nice thing to go around with. Try imagining having them all the time. 24/7. Inside your head. Arguing, nonstop. Each time one voice gets louder than the other. That sure is torturing. That's the life I'm living...
PS: I'm not hearing any voice from any angel!!! And I'm not insane!!! Just that my left-brain and my right-brain seem to think independently...:P
I'm sure most people will agree that having two opposing voice in their head is not a nice thing to go around with. Try imagining having them all the time. 24/7. Inside your head. Arguing, nonstop. Each time one voice gets louder than the other. That sure is torturing. That's the life I'm living...
PS: I'm not hearing any voice from any angel!!! And I'm not insane!!! Just that my left-brain and my right-brain seem to think independently...:P
Tuesday, December 18, 2007
Fun says, "An observation"
You know, human is whole bunch of funny lot.
When you treat them nicely, they say, "You are good, I am bad. I don't deserve you." Then they treat you like shit.
When you treat them badly, abusing them and making them suffer, they yell at you saying, "Why must you do this to me!!!" Then they take off they clothes and make love to you till you want to die.
So, is karma real? What you give is what you get in return? I don't know. Maybe this law applies to everything in the universe except for human relationship.
And I believe it's time for me to mutate into another species. Then I won't have to bear the humiliation of human's stupidity. And also, since that I've mutated, I'm no more human, meaning I'm an animal, meaning it's totally ok for me to be stupid. What a great way to escape!
When you treat them nicely, they say, "You are good, I am bad. I don't deserve you." Then they treat you like shit.
When you treat them badly, abusing them and making them suffer, they yell at you saying, "Why must you do this to me!!!" Then they take off they clothes and make love to you till you want to die.
So, is karma real? What you give is what you get in return? I don't know. Maybe this law applies to everything in the universe except for human relationship.
And I believe it's time for me to mutate into another species. Then I won't have to bear the humiliation of human's stupidity. And also, since that I've mutated, I'm no more human, meaning I'm an animal, meaning it's totally ok for me to be stupid. What a great way to escape!
Monday, December 17, 2007
Fun says, "A parable - The Fly"
Even a fool knows to not be a fool forever.
So a despicable fly will not be a fly forever.
It shall find a place it belongs...
So a despicable fly will not be a fly forever.
It shall find a place it belongs...
范说:"我的漫画 - 远虑近忧"
范:(长篇大论,说得天花乱醉)
甲:阿范,别想太远了啦.
范:人无远虑,必有近忧.
甲:可是我们现在眼前就有解决不了的问题啊,怎能想那么远呢?
范:那是因为你以前都没想那么远,所以现在就有近忧.
我想表达的是...???
计划与成功是相关的!
甲:阿范,别想太远了啦.
范:人无远虑,必有近忧.
甲:可是我们现在眼前就有解决不了的问题啊,怎能想那么远呢?
范:那是因为你以前都没想那么远,所以现在就有近忧.
我想表达的是...???
计划与成功是相关的!
Saturday, December 15, 2007
Fun says, "There's an old Chinese saying, '学如逆水行舟，不进则退.'"
Meaning: Learning is like going upstream on a boat, if you don't progress, then you are going backwards.
This principle applies to life as well.
If you don't paddle, you will definitely move backward, falling behind on life.
So, you must paddle your boat of life nonstop.
But, please, paddle on the right direction.
Don't paddle downstream simply because it is easier to do so.
This principle applies to life as well.
If you don't paddle, you will definitely move backward, falling behind on life.
So, you must paddle your boat of life nonstop.
But, please, paddle on the right direction.
Don't paddle downstream simply because it is easier to do so.
范说:"单身的我,正如歌词的描述..."
林志炫的单身情歌的歌词:
抓不住爱情的我
总是眼睁睁看它溜走
世界上幸福的人到处有
为何不能算我一个
为了爱孤军奋斗
早就吃够了爱情的苦
在爱中失落的人到处有
而我只是其中一个
爱要越错越勇
爱要肯定执着
每一个单身的人得看透
想爱就别怕伤痛
找一个最爱的 深爱的 想爱的 亲爱的
人来告别单身
一个多情的 痴情的 绝情的 无情的
人来给我伤痕
孤单的人那么多
快乐的没有几个
不要爱过了 错过了 留下了
单身的我独自唱情歌
为了爱孤军奋斗
早就吃够了爱情的苦
在爱中失落的人到处有
而我不是最后一个
爱要越错越勇
爱要肯定执着
每一个单身的人得看透
想爱就别怕伤痛
找一个最爱的 深爱的 想爱的 亲爱的
人来告别单身
一个多情的 痴情的 绝情的 无情的
人来给我伤痕
孤单的人那么多
快乐的没有几个
不要爱过了 错过了 留下了
单身的我独自唱情歌
找一个最爱的 深爱的 想爱的 亲爱的
人来告别单身
一个多情的 痴情的 绝情的 无情的
人来给我伤痕
伤心的人那么多
我应该勇敢而过
不要爱过了 错过了 留下了
单身的我独自唱情歌
这首真心的 痴心的 伤心的
单身情歌
谁与我来合...
Friday, December 14, 2007
范说:"183 Club & 7朵花的闭上眼 默念三遍 :'希望你理解爱上你有多难 像童话里的故事可恶的安排.'"
如果相爱,再可恶的安排都不怕,因为有爱,所以一切都值得.
如果只是我一厢情愿,那我就是笨蛋一个,傻傻为你付出.
不知这童话会否有完美的结局...
如果只是我一厢情愿,那我就是笨蛋一个,傻傻为你付出.
不知这童话会否有完美的结局...
Thursday, December 13, 2007
Monday, December 10, 2007
Fun says, "Isn't there enough of hatred like racism, sexism, ageism, classism, religious intolerance, etc, etc?"
It still baffles me despite such behaviour is accepted to be bad for our health and the society in general. Yet people still do embrace such STUPID behaviour thinking that they are in for lots of fun and happiness...
And they cause all sorts of problems, with the minor ones such as shouting matches...and the serious one...world war...
Haiz...
Enough of hating, my dear friends. It's time to LOVE!!!
L.O.V.E. LOVE!
And they cause all sorts of problems, with the minor ones such as shouting matches...and the serious one...world war...
Haiz...
Enough of hating, my dear friends. It's time to LOVE!!!
L.O.V.E. LOVE!
Sunday, December 9, 2007
Fun says, "Why hate if we can love more?"
Why hurt each other if we can make each other happier?
Why be upset if we can be happy?
Why suffer if we can enjoy?
Why steal and rob if we can ask for it?
Why hoard if we have so much to give?
Why be selfish if we can all share?
Love is the only key to happiness and world peace. Love more. Don't hate! LOVE MORE!!!
Why be upset if we can be happy?
Why suffer if we can enjoy?
Why steal and rob if we can ask for it?
Why hoard if we have so much to give?
Why be selfish if we can all share?
Love is the only key to happiness and world peace. Love more. Don't hate! LOVE MORE!!!
Friday, December 7, 2007
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