The only constant

After all the hype about the movie 2012, I finally caught it last evening.

The only scene that made me feel sad was the one at St Peter’s Square where the masses were gathered with candles – and with the Pope leading prayers. I feel very strongly about my faith, and to see the icon of my faith destroyed like that did make me feel upset.

Overall, this film has taught me one thing: Everything (no matter how big or small, or how tiny or mighty) will eventually reveal itself to be temporary. God is the only constant in our lives.

So why only turn to Him in times of need? We should always keep him in the centre of our lives.

Packing a punch

I have a bad habit.

I like to have the last word. Even if I’m dealing with authority or higher management. I don’t need weapons to start or end a war. My only weapons are my words, and I am almost secretly delirious to announce that I tend to win such wars of words.

But it’s a problem for me. Somehow or other, I am not afraid of authority. A job title is but just a rank given to you for every step you climb on the work ladder. Yes, I do give the person that respect. However, I am not someone who cowers in a corner when I get bullied. It’s my right to stand up for myself – even if it means I’m ‘talking back’ to someone of a higher authority.

At age 15, I told off a policeman who had been unreasonable towards me. No doubt I got the last word, because he dared not say anything to my face. I have ‘gently’ told off my boss’ boss when she sent me an email to complain about me. She copied my big boss  and her big boss so I replied her and copied all of them as well. I told her I was just trying to be efficient and speed up the work and communication flow. Again, I got the last word because nobody said a word after that.

All this is not about being mean. I have seen friends and colleagues who are so nice and who respect authority so much that they end up getting bullied. This is not what I stand for. I stand for equality and humanity, regardless of age or work experience etc.

I could be one of the nicest people around, but don’t mind the punch I packed in my bag – just in case it’s needed.