I think there is a lot of truth to this. Was talking to my mom about the idea of "Happiness"...and I said that i feel happy when i feel free and contented. When i feel that i'm in control of my life and all the wonderful things that has happened to me, i feel truly happy. I think that being happy is a choice. A state of mind.
For instance, when I think that I have to attend my strategy class to face my (sometimes) ridiculous and brilliant prof, i feel super sian. But when I felt that I WANT to attend his class cuz there is so much to learn, I felt energized and happy. Nothing has changed, except my attitude towards it.
I think that at our age, there is so much knowledge and skill to acquire. If we are passionate about what we do, we will enjoy the process and probably do a wonderful job compared to those who are in it for the material rewards.
Talking to Prof Pearl Tan, and she reminded me not to lose the ability to THINK. Even if an organisation discourages it, always think. Yet also try not to be a pain to work with (which sometimes happen when you are too independent). When you talk to people who LOVE what they do, you can feel it.
I think SMU students are a really lucky bunch. We have profs who love what they do. Prof Pearl Tan, JJ, Joanne Tay and Andrew Lee showed me what true professionalism is. They remind student that having technical skills is a must, but it is the our character that will determine our achievement.
Can you imagine looking into the mirror every morning and hating the man in the mirror? I can't imagine doing that.
Let us take the road less traveled.
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