Published on Thursday, July 30, 2009 by Optimist There's no such thing as a free lunch. ~ Milton Friedman ~ [Source] In life, there are so many sales going on that proclaims free bags, perfumes, or other items after spending a certain amount of money. Other lures such as free laptops, Coke or items are being given out on this date at this time are often used in marketing techniques. Sometimes, there are people...

Published on Thursday, July 23, 2009 by Optimist I never teach my pupils; I only attempt to provide the conditions in which they can learn. ~ Albert Einstein ~ [Source] Albert Einstein was someone who kept on learning and was always interested in physics. His involvement in solving the problems have paved the way for the years to come and we are now enjoying the results of his persistance in finding the solutions...

Published on Thursday, July 16, 2009 by Optimist There is nothing wrong with change, if it is in the right direction. ~ Winston Churchill ~ [Source] Often, changes happen in our lives for a reason. We may not be able to understand the changes or reasons now but when the time comes, we will understand the changes and reasons at the right time. We won't be living on intellectual fats by then. We will be using 10...

Published on Thursday, July 9, 2009 by Optimist Stop trying to fit in when you were born to stand out. [Source] From the time we were born, we have been taught to blend into the crowd. After a few years, we got so well at blending in that we forgot that we are all individuals too. Being a team player is a good point when we need to work together in order to progress. However, over the years, we don't know how to...

Published on Thursday, July 2, 2009 by Optimist The best things in life are free, but sooner or later the government will find a way to tax them. ~ Unknown ~ [Source] In Singapore, there is the Great Singapore Sales going on around mid year annually. In addition, for a certain amount of money spent, one will get a free gift worth a certain amount of money. Usually, it kick-starts the sales fast. People will grab...