American author, entrepreneur, and motivational speaker known for his self-help books, seminars, and coaching programs, Tony Robbins’ quote underscores the importance of learning from mistakes, addressing challenges, and embracing the imperfections inherent in the human experience. Robbins emphasises the value of viewing mistakes as learning opportunities rather than failures. By analysing the causes of problems, individuals can gain insights that help prevent similar issues in the future. The quote encourages proactive problem-solving by identifying the root cause of problems and taking steps to eliminate them. This approach fosters personal growth and continuous improvement. Robbins advocates for embracing imperfection as an essential aspect of being human. Instead of striving for unattainable perfection, he suggests focusing on being the best version of oneself and serving as a positive example for others. By embracing imperfection and learning from mistakes, individuals can exemplify the resilience, adaptability, and compassion that characterize the human experience. Rather than aiming for perfection, Robbins suggests striving to be an excellent example of humanity in all its complexity. In essence, today’s quote encourages individuals to adopt a growth mindset, tackle challenges head-on, and embrace the journey of self-improvement with compassion and resilience. It emphasises the value of learning, problem-solving, and being authentically human in the pursuit of excellence.

BB has rejoined his training unit after his leave following his passing out parade. He is to be a technician, which is something he is happy about because it is aligned with what he studied at the polytechnic. He will undergo a three-month training, then a one-month on-the-job training, after which he will be posted to his unit.

GG is very stressed with school. She is finding it hard to cope and this week had a mini breakdown. I could only console her and tell her getting fewer marks on a test is not the end of the world. But that is the reality of the world and the sooner she adapts to it, the better.

That’s all from me this week, stay positive and keep smiling.

Today’s quote comes to us from the Spanish surrealist artist, Salvador Dali, known for his striking and bizarre images who worked in various media, including painting, sculpture, film, photography, and jewellery. This quote by Dali reminds us that perfection is an impossible and unrealistic goal, and that one should not be afraid of trying new things or making mistakes. By relinquishing the fear of imperfection, individuals can explore new ideas and possibilities without the constraints of unrealistic standards. Dalí’s words advocate for embracing the creative process itself, rather than fixating on achieving a flawless outcome. He recognizes that true innovation and artistic expression often arise from experimentation, risk-taking, and embracing the unexpected.

BB goes back to his unit tomorrow. He has been assigned to a training unit where he will learn to do maintenance work, which is close to what he studied in poly. So he is chill and very accepting of his new vocation. I hope he gets to learn useful skills that can be translated into real world skills. GG, on the other hand, is very stressed about school. But there’s nothing new there, is it?

I’ve been busy with work and my writing and some days I am so tired that after I am home, I am nodding off even before 9 pm! I have a gruelling commute, with my first and last mile by bus and the middle portion by train. But I am not complaining, this is my space and I am allowed to vent!

And on that note, have a fantastic Sunday and a wonderful and positive week!

The iconic American actress, and multiple award winner, Meryl Streep, is the author of today’s quote. Beyond her remarkable acting career, Streep is also known for her advocacy on issues such as gender equality and environmental conservation, using her platform to effect positive change in the world. Streep suggests that prioritising the opinions of others over one’s own values and beliefs can lead to a loss of individual identity and authenticity. The quote encourages individuals to embrace their unique qualities and stay true to themselves, regardless of societal pressures or judgments. Streep’s words imply that true fulfilment and self-discovery come from staying grounded in one’s truth and living in alignment with personal values and convictions.

Yesterday, BB officially graduated from Basic Military Training and is now enjoying a well-deserved break. He will know later this week where he will be deployed to and I hope the unit he is assigned to is someplace where he enjoys doing his job and learns skills that are transferrable in the real world.

GG is busy with school, as usual, no change there. And for me, work has been so busy these days that I don’t have time to write. I need to figure out where and how I can make time to write so my blog does not suffer too much.

And on that note, let me go and do some writing. Have a great and positive week ahead everyone!