The Charles Schulz Philosophy

Got this from Bee Hoon and I loved it... Hope you will like it too...

The Charles Schulz Philosophy
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The following is the philosophy of Charles Schulz, the creator of the 'Peanuts' comic strip.

 

You don't have to actually answer the questions. Just ponder on them.

 

Just read the e-mail straight through, and you'll get the point.

 

1. Name the five wealthiest people in the world.

 

2.. Name the last five Heisman trophy winners.

 

3.. Name the last five winners of the Miss America pageant.

 

4.. Name ten people who have won the Nobel or Pulitzer Prize.

 

5.. Name the last half dozen Academy Award winners for best actor and actress.

 

6.. Name the last decade's worth of World Series winners.

 

 

How did you do?

 

The point is, none of us remember the headliners of yesterday.

 

These are no second-rate achievers.

 

They are the best in their fields.

 

But the applause dies ...

 

Awards tarnish ...

 

Achievements are forgotten.

 

 

Accolades and certificates are buried with their owners.

 

Here's another quiz. See how you do on this one:

 

1. List a few teachers who aided your journey through school.

 

2.. Name three friends who have helped you through a difficult time.

 

3.. Name five people who have taught you something worthwhile.

 

4.. Think of a few people who have made you feel appreciated and special.

 

5.. Think of five people you enjoy spending time with

 

 

Easier?

 

The lesson:

 

The people who make a difference in your life are not the ones with the
most credentials, the most money ... or the most awards.

 

They simply are the ones who care the most

 

Pass this on to those people who have either made a difference in your life,
or whom you keep close in your heart.

 

"Don't worry about the world coming to an end today. It's already tomorrow in Australia!"
 

"Be Yourself. Everyone Else Is Taken!"

Break Up

I wrote once about my break up (here), more like a joking post to tone down my frustration after having done something stupid. It made me realized that I used to have so much fun. That I used to be much more positive. Been getting more and more serious lately. Guess people change over time eh?

 

My recent actual break up really brought me to a realization. It lasted 3 days and I had never expect it to be so peaceful. I felt light and relaxed on day 1 because I felt that I had less one commitment. Not a burden but a commitment, where you willingly dedicate your time, effort and attention to.

 

I chose that path because I thought I am not suited to have a corn or paddy. As in I might be better off being single due to my nature. Deep down inside, I had to tell myself to stay firm despite my heart bleeding. I was doing good for Day 1 and thought I will be fine. However the soft-hearted me couldn't bear to see his hurtful expression and the flower he gave me did soften my hardened heart slightly.

 

An irony huh? The first time I received his flower was during a break up. He didn't see that coming. He booked the flower on Thurs night and I broke the news to him on Fri. And since he had already ordered the flower, I got the flower on Sat when we met up. Felt awkward though. Not the kind of situation where you want to present flower to your loved one. We meet up as a sign of respect to mark the end of our relationship. Doing it over Whatsapp message would have felt like a disrespect.

 

Got furious with him for drinking again, having the so called "Russian juice" a.k.a. vodka for lunch, dinner and supper. That's the thing with me. For God's sake, after a break up, the ex-es should not care for each other anymore. But I couldn't bear the thought that I broke his heart. And hence, after another confrontational discussion (more like probing and spilling everything out), we agreed to give it another try and concluded if there ever happened to be another break up, it is best that we don't keep in touch at all.

 

So here I am, feeling very much loved again as both of us had spilled our thoughts out and understand each other more. We are both trying to improve each other. I never thought that I will share this out in my blog, but why not? This is where I share out my feelings. Lesson learnt? Communication. Respect. Consideration. Fingers crossed that it will work.

Gandhi's Wit

This email forwarded by my lovely friend, Indika is so epic. Especially the final part. I love this so much. Hope it humours anyone who reads it as well...

 

When Gandhiji was studying law at the University College of London, there was a professor,  whose last name was Peters, who felt animosity for Gandhiji, and because Gandhi never lowered his head towards him, their "arguments" were very common. 

 

One day, Mr. Peters was having lunch at the dining room of the University and Gandhiji came along with his tray and sat next to the professor. The professor, in his arrogance, said,
"Mr Gandhi: you do not understand... a pig and a bird do not sit together to eat ",
 to which Gandhiji replies,

"You do not worry professor, I'll fly away ",

and he went and sat at another table.
 
Mr. Peters, green of rage, decides to take revenge on the next test, but Gandhiji responds brilliantly to all questions. Then, Mr. Peters asked him the following question,

"Mr Gandhi, if you are walking down the street and find a package and within it there is a bag of wisdom and another bag with a lot of money; which one will you take?"

Without hesitating, Gandhiji responded,

"The one with the money, of course".

Mr. Peters, smiling, said,

"If I'm in your place, I   would have taken the wisdom.
"Each one takes what one doesn't have",

responded Gandhiji indifferently.
 
Mr. Peters, already hysteric, writes on the exam sheet the word "idiot" and gives it to Gandhiji. Gandhiji takes the exam sheet and sits down. A few minutes later, Gandhiji goes to the professor and says,

"Mr. Peters, you signed the sheet, but you did not give me the grade."