inFINITE Fate

If you graduate from San Beda High School, there's a great chance that you know this poem by heart (maybe not the words, but definitely the essence).This is one of the many lessons from my high school that had a great and positive impact in my life. Since this masterpiece entered public domain last year, I'm saving a copy of it here in my blog (emphasis mine).             Desiderata   Go placidly amid the noise and the haste, and remember what peace there may be in silence . As far as possible, without surrender, be on good terms with all persons. Speak your truth quietly and clearly; and listen to others, even to the dull and the ignorant ; they too have their story. Avoid loud and aggressive persons; they are vexatious to the spirit. If you compare yourself with others, you may become vain or bitter, for always there will be greater and lesser persons than yourself . Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans. Keep interested in your own care...

There are moments in a person's life when he will pause, take a deep breath, look back on his life, and just let himself drown on the deluge of emotions brought by waves and waves of memories -- all while listening to nostalgic music and/or sipping his favorite drink in the middle of the night. I used to have these moments frequently when I was younger. Or maybe, I was more aware of my inner self back then, intently listening and taking advantage of these moments to ground myself, have the time to really feel my emotions, cherish events close to my heart, and let go of things that burden me. Of course I can do all of these in my mind, but I think writing and reading them gives a more profound and lasting benefit on myself, so please do bear with me. As I grow older, I still have these tiny moments when my brain will tell me to stop and have these introspections. These moments, unfortunately, are quickly hushed by the business of life, feeling drained and exhausted from all the day...