Most people simultaneously want to fit in and be unique. It is generally not enough to be considered either only incredibly special or socially acceptable. Most people have at least two sides to themselves. There is the side which they consider society can handle and the side which features the peculiarities and intimate nature of the person. The first side is one which most people encounter and the second side is one which only certain people have access to. It is not that one side is fake or not, but they are all just manifestations of the whole identity.
I am close to putting all the pieces back together. Yes, there are times I still reminisce but overall I am better. Although I wish to find someone, I am sane enough to understand that I need more time. This is the best time for me to develop my interests and character. We are all a work in progress. Even if it seems like everything about you is almost fully developed, there are other areas which can be discovered and added to the glorious portrait of who you are.
My favorite place in Vienna is Cafe Central. It would be perfect if it were surrounded by books and magazines =). But that would be asking for too much. The design, ambience and menu are already perfect. If only I can go back to the time of "Jung Wien" when cafe culture was at its epoch in Vienna. It would be incredible to take a glimpse of the literature, dialogues, and ideas produced in these timeless cafes.
Thursday, 01 October 2009
Religion
Faith does not require proof of existence. Even if the existence of God/higher power cannot be supported, it does not mean it should be disregarded. If every little thing that we believe in or have hope in needs to be supported by science, then life would truly be a sad existence. The existence of religious institutions has helped society develop and foster ideas and morals. Although people should do moral things because it is just moral, the idea of heaven and hell does provide some reinforcement. It pulls community together and provides intangible bonds that regular institutions do not always provide. Believing is a choice and should not be forced or looked down upon. There seems to be a budding development of condescension on those who believe from young adults. It seems almost intellectual to not believe. Although I understand the contempt against those who try to convert and rub religion all over people's faces, I do not understand the need to feel superior against those who find comfort in religion. These people snicker at the first group but I believe their attitude are almost exactly the same. The condescension is their own way of trying to force down their ideas about religion on you.
Thursday, 24 September 2009
I cant think of a better way to spend my birthday this year. My friends in Austria are simply simply amazing. I had lunch at Demmel, the former imperial bakery, with Pedro, Juncal and Vanessa. Then at home my roommate Anja brought me beautiful purple orchids. At night almost everyone from my class and my roommates had a huge lovely dinner. Then the musically talented people of the group performed amazing piano songs. Unfortunately tomorrow is Vanessa, Juncal and Itsuki's last day but there will be ballroom dancing! I feel extremely fortunate to have the opportunity to meet everyone here. I love Vienna <3
Friday, 18 September 2009
Vienna is super amazing. I cannot describe how lucky I feel to be here. I absolutely adore my roommates. We bond over dinner and the relative lack of glamor of our apartment/hotel. The conversations are amazing and laughter is always the best dessert after dinner!
I am so glad I decided not to subscribe to the meal plan. Having a kitchen in my apartment is incredible. I love learning how to cook. I feel so grownup and independent when I am making my own meals. But it does take forever. Getting a meal at a restaurant is by far less demanding.
I absolutely love the way of life here. I can sit in cafes and restaurants for hours without the fear of reprimand of impatient NYC restaurant staffs. You can enjoy your meal no matter where you are. But there is no where like NYC...I miss the unmistakable energy and people of the city. I have already been in Vienna for two weeks. Everything I do seems to take twice as long and my energy level has definitely decreased. I was incredibly energetic in China despite the crazy weather. But then again Chinese cities definitely has the same hustle and bustle mode as NYC. The city's culture and people definitely has a major effect on your character and way of life.
Pictures soon!
Thursday, 13 August 2009
I respect people who are able to attribute some of their success to luck. Lets face it, life is unfair and there is no way around it. Some people just have it so much better. Hard work is admirable but it isn't the only ingredient to success. This reality irks me to no end. But I do believe hard work increases your chances of being lucky.
There is a tendency for women to try to "learn" from a failed relationship. The more you analyze the more likely you will try to put parameters on what you do in your next relationship. This is the biggest mistake. Each failed relationship already changes who you are. Whatever lesson you might derive from your previous relationship should not have a bearing on what you do on your next relationship. Every relationship is different. The only thing you should try to do is be who you are, not what type of person you think you should be in order to preserve a relationship. There are no hard and fast rules to abide by in order to preserve a relationship.
Fuck the "game". Do whatever you like. Life is too short to be waiting around and timing your responses. If you are able to play the game, you probably don't even like the person that much.
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