Health

We all know the art of healthy living; ample rest, regular exercise, good intake of fruits and vegetables, drink more water, less stressful lifestyle, positive attitude in life....etc, yet it takes discipline and effort to practise such healthy living habits.

We push ourselves to the limit at work, we allow ourselves to be stressed out by the rising expectations of life, we indulge in unhealthy food and drinks (probably to reward ourselves for the hard work), we become so busy that we have no time for exercise, no time for our loved ones and no time to relax the mind and body. We think that this is all worth it for that promotion, for earning more money, for getting that dream house/ car, for building a better future for the family members whom we have no time for. We did all these thinking that it's okay, we are young, our health can take the toil. With stress upon us, we get angry easily and hate builds up, so does the negative energy. Our lifestyle becomes unhealthy, physically and emotionally.

Stepping into the volunteer world, we see that the neediest of people are those with deteriorating health, be it elderly or young people with chronic illnesses. Without health, there is very little they can do to turn around their situations. They need help from the charity organizations, the community and it is often for the long term.

I urge everyone to take a step back and evaluate the lifestyle you are leading now. If it is full of stress, lacking time for your loved ones and negative emotions fill you constantly, making you feel unhappy, then it's time to take a step back to pay more attention to your health, both physically and emotionally. I share the below quote from my friend, Nafiz, because I think it is very well written and a timely reminder for those who have taken their health for granted.

To achieve great things, to take care of your loved ones, to experience and to enjoy life, health has to take top priority, not how much money you have in the bank. A poor and healthy man has the ability to start from scratch to slowly accumulate his wealth but a rich and ailing man cannot never use his wealth to buy back the health that he once had.

I wish all of you good health and may you find joy and fulfillment in the things you do, take care :)

You Are The One and Only One

"Because you are one and only one, there is certain influence that only you can bring to this world" - G.E.M.

Every one of us is special and can make an impact in our own unique ways. Believing in ourselves is the first and most important step.

We are given a lifetime of opportunities to make a difference, to the community, to the society and to the world. Let's make full use of these opportunities and create an impact with our unique strength.

When things change for the better and people become happier because of your contributions, you will find that we are all living for a greater purpose in life.

Fireworks in 2016

We all love fireworks, don't we? Be it at the Countdown Party, National Day Parade or other major events, one of the highlights is usually the spectacular firework display. It is not difficult to understand why we are so fascinated with fireworks. Across the dark wide sky, a series of colorful bright lights bursting to the top, illuminating the entire sky. If darkness is a symbol of despair, suffering and pain, then light must be the symbol of hope, courage and faith.

Today is the first day of 2016, we have 364 more days to go before the next countdown party and firework display. It is a great time to start something new and meaningful for this year, especially for those who have yet to embark on the kindness journey. Your love and kindness will be the fireworks which light up the lives on those who are in pain, those who are suffering in silence and those who need help. Your energy and enthusiasm will propel you to the highest point, where your lights will shine the brightest. You will give hope to those who are in despair, you will help them find courage, you will influence others do likewise, you will restore faith and confidence in humanity and you will create an impact, just like the fireworks in the dark skies.

I am not asking anyone to form a new volunteer group or start a mega charity project that would be worth mentioning during the National Day Rally. I am only asking you to take baby steps with the simple acts of kindness, the little things we can do for one another, our loved ones, strangers on the street, people whom you know may need help. If you can only give one act of kindness in 2016, it is still good enough. You will build upon that in 2017, and so on. The key is to get started, to open your heart to kindness, the opportunities will come, believe me, by the law of attraction. Look around our group and be inspired by all the wonderful people here, for there are so many ways to give.

Be someone's fireworks in 2016, it will be rewarding and fulfilling when you embark on this journey with all of us. Thank you for having the kind thought and making that effort to reach out, cheers to a fantastic 2016 for all of us :)

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Merry Christmas & Happy New Year

Dear Friends of P2P,

Merry Christmas to you and your loved ones, may you have a great celebration with your family and friends. Christmas is the season of giving and because of your love and kindness, Christmas is all year round here in P2P. Thank you very much for giving so much love and blessings to the less fortunate and helping make our community a more beautiful place. The future is bright for all of us because of amazing people like you.

To my diligent P2P admins and all the awesome volunteer leaders, thank you very much for going the extra mile to lead, to reach out to those in need and to provide comfort and hope to them. You owe no one anything and yet you choose to give something that is very precious to make this all work, your time. Thank you very much for the inspiration.

2015 has been a good year for all of us, our P2P family has helped many initiatives & events, bring much hope and joy to our friends in need, young and old. Let's keep up the good work and make 2016 an even better year for all. This kindness journey, this mission that we embark on, it's for everyone, you, me, our children and future generations to come. Everyone can and has to play a part to make it work. Let's influence more friends to join us in this kindness journey and strive towards a better future together. Thank you for being a part of this big kindness family !