Something I discover in last Sun - this word in Chinese called ' qun ' - I wish I can write in Chinese here.
The Chinese characters with two parts --Left side is a 'jun' [gentleman - lefthand side] and Right side is a 'yang' [goat- righthand side] .
Its meaning is herd/ group.
Realised its meaning is also King ( as 'jun' in Chinese also means 'wang' ) -as in Jesus and 'yang' in the bible is referred to humans; us. We are meant to be together side by side with Jesus ! 'Qun' - also means we are meant to be in a community.
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Also understood more abt buddhism and hinduism from a fren who attended classes. Briefly - in true buddhism and hinduism, there is no idols.
In buddhism, in the calling of spirits, there is a priest involved. In taoist, in connecting with the spirits, there is a medium involved.
Buddhism, there is buddha and he points the way, believes in enlightment. There is also a difference for the Tibetan buddhism, as there is a Dharma.
In Hinduism, there r three gods representing creator, destroyer and ...Just share a bit....as there are practices that r practiced by Indians which are religious, hindus know them as their way of life. Whereas for other Indians, that are just customs.
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If one day you are curious to read abt the bible, can go to www.biblegateway.com
Especially with regards to my first part on ' qun ' Chinese character, can type in key words 'JOHN 10', i.e. book of John chapter 10. Talks about God and us, and somebody else who only steals, kills and destroys.
Tuesday, September 6
office Politics
sharing a bit on office politics here.
Recently, I had the 'privilege' of going thro and surviving office politics. My dept is undergoing turmoil, getting very stifling. Xxx says this, Yyy says that. There are many issues each person has (esp. the senior staff).
The Head in charge wants to take control and prevent anybody else from leaving, etc.
Communication is positive and also deadly. Two persons (who are leaving) can say so much that they affect others positively OR negatively.... In short, everybody was guessing and trying to gain some support for their perspective. Haha, I was very sad and affected. However, also very glad today, as I saw a different perspective, that God was helping me to grow wiser.
Indeed God did mention, 'be as gentle as a dove, but also wise as a serpant' in this world.
So, just as another colleague and I wanted to do our jobs, we get hit too somehow. Thank God, I was hit very minimum. I shared with her, to just focus on her job. She really had a-near 'being blamed' situation. Very hard for her to not be angry.
Then I realise as I was sharing with her, it is okay to be angry as humans have feelings and in this case, as she was innocent. However, we all have to put in check our emotions from going hay-wire.
In her case, she checked her attitude (and herself acknowledged was wrong) thus she said sorry to the person who is blaming her. However, the person who is 'blaming' her cannot take the confrontational style of thrashing things out, thus I suggested to her, maybe email or talk face to face when cooled down (I learnt this fr fren- who shared face to face provides a PERSONAL TOUCH).
We both recognise that we cannot change anything, but just focus on the job. And when we are angry, resolve it, don't let it be overnight (i.e. before the sun goes down).
The office situation is stabilising. The Head probably still wants changes or rather, to squeeze each of us. But it is okay, most bosses are hard on cost-cutting and seldom think of employees' welfare.
Of the few issues that are happening, I find that most of my colleagues are troubled becoz Head is not paying the bonus etc. And becoz they work hard, it is quite reasonable to want to be appreciated by $.
I learnt that to be wise and not be bullied, it is good to think abt the situation before reacting.
Taking a break, say short walk along the corridor, or to the toilet, helps. Helps me not to react, not to part-take in the gossips.
Of coz, maybe Head will not change, and will not be objective, but at least I do my part being a good worker, OF COURSE, also wise, not being bullied (just be responsible for my part) and help when I can.
Words are very powerful, and I came to realise, if I can communicate positively or constructively, it really helps. If not, I should speak less. When I can contribute, God will help me and prompt me to do it wisely. Speak With Thought, not rashness.
God bless you all with strength, joy and wisdom, esp. during tough situations.
I learnt work is still just work. I make sure I do my work and help colleagues and fulfil what Boss requires. Other than that, I move on.
When I start looking for my next job, I need to know it is not just becoz of moving on.
I have to know what I am heading towards, is it the right direction ? Am I applying for a job for $/ fulfilling my passions/ reaching out to pple in the next job ?
And, I have other areas of my life worth developing too. I have pple like my family and frens, interests like dancing and jogging and trying out new interests....
I have the opportunity to talk to some male frens recently too, and I realise the kind of guy I really like have to be sincere, big-hearted and faithful. With the same vision and similar values.
On an ending note, it was a tough 2-3weeks going through the process. Process isn't easy, but I always GROW as I know there is always something (really) good.
I thank for putting me in two jobs so far that are challenging and the people are quite nice, not so bad.
Bosses can be tough or neglecting staff's welfare, but I get a chance to talk to them in the midst of the silly turmoils. As I was thinking of where to go next...I will try applying only for the jobs I know I really can fulfil the potential I have, if not, GOOD to stay where I am to learn meanwhile.
Just sharing.....(became a habit, sorry for the long email) update family/frens like you.
Regards,
Recently, I had the 'privilege' of going thro and surviving office politics. My dept is undergoing turmoil, getting very stifling. Xxx says this, Yyy says that. There are many issues each person has (esp. the senior staff).
The Head in charge wants to take control and prevent anybody else from leaving, etc.
Communication is positive and also deadly. Two persons (who are leaving) can say so much that they affect others positively OR negatively.... In short, everybody was guessing and trying to gain some support for their perspective. Haha, I was very sad and affected. However, also very glad today, as I saw a different perspective, that God was helping me to grow wiser.
Indeed God did mention, 'be as gentle as a dove, but also wise as a serpant' in this world.
So, just as another colleague and I wanted to do our jobs, we get hit too somehow. Thank God, I was hit very minimum. I shared with her, to just focus on her job. She really had a-near 'being blamed' situation. Very hard for her to not be angry.
Then I realise as I was sharing with her, it is okay to be angry as humans have feelings and in this case, as she was innocent. However, we all have to put in check our emotions from going hay-wire.
In her case, she checked her attitude (and herself acknowledged was wrong) thus she said sorry to the person who is blaming her. However, the person who is 'blaming' her cannot take the confrontational style of thrashing things out, thus I suggested to her, maybe email or talk face to face when cooled down (I learnt this fr fren- who shared face to face provides a PERSONAL TOUCH).
We both recognise that we cannot change anything, but just focus on the job. And when we are angry, resolve it, don't let it be overnight (i.e. before the sun goes down).
The office situation is stabilising. The Head probably still wants changes or rather, to squeeze each of us. But it is okay, most bosses are hard on cost-cutting and seldom think of employees' welfare.
Of the few issues that are happening, I find that most of my colleagues are troubled becoz Head is not paying the bonus etc. And becoz they work hard, it is quite reasonable to want to be appreciated by $.
I learnt that to be wise and not be bullied, it is good to think abt the situation before reacting.
Taking a break, say short walk along the corridor, or to the toilet, helps. Helps me not to react, not to part-take in the gossips.
Of coz, maybe Head will not change, and will not be objective, but at least I do my part being a good worker, OF COURSE, also wise, not being bullied (just be responsible for my part) and help when I can.
Words are very powerful, and I came to realise, if I can communicate positively or constructively, it really helps. If not, I should speak less. When I can contribute, God will help me and prompt me to do it wisely. Speak With Thought, not rashness.
God bless you all with strength, joy and wisdom, esp. during tough situations.
I learnt work is still just work. I make sure I do my work and help colleagues and fulfil what Boss requires. Other than that, I move on.
When I start looking for my next job, I need to know it is not just becoz of moving on.
I have to know what I am heading towards, is it the right direction ? Am I applying for a job for $/ fulfilling my passions/ reaching out to pple in the next job ?
And, I have other areas of my life worth developing too. I have pple like my family and frens, interests like dancing and jogging and trying out new interests....
I have the opportunity to talk to some male frens recently too, and I realise the kind of guy I really like have to be sincere, big-hearted and faithful. With the same vision and similar values.
On an ending note, it was a tough 2-3weeks going through the process. Process isn't easy, but I always GROW as I know there is always something (really) good.
I thank for putting me in two jobs so far that are challenging and the people are quite nice, not so bad.
Bosses can be tough or neglecting staff's welfare, but I get a chance to talk to them in the midst of the silly turmoils. As I was thinking of where to go next...I will try applying only for the jobs I know I really can fulfil the potential I have, if not, GOOD to stay where I am to learn meanwhile.
Just sharing.....(became a habit, sorry for the long email) update family/frens like you.
Regards,
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