Professor Bullyism

Also known as the modern day term: "Professor bullyism"

This is just another undirected and nonspecific blog entry.
As far as you all know, we are now entering a week long holiday where we are bombarded with major projects, exams, and last minute assignments due before the week of finals. Thus, I wanted to share an event that happened not to long ago. Just two days ago, I had felt the compassion and deep affection from one of my professors when they had called me out for spelling the word diarrhea correctly in an email. 
Obviously, you know what that means- the beginning of professor bullyism! 
So I am clearly exaggerating the point, but I was completely humiliated. Thanks! :)


Oh, as for my fellow bloggers, blog entry #14 is below. ^ ^

Truly Great Friends are Hard to Find, Difficult to Leave, and Impossible to Forget

 

Considering someone important is when a person becomes a considerable influence to oneself. Of course, about every individual we have met in our lifetime has played an important matter in our course of history, but only those who actually give us the sense of meaning of importance are the ones who stand besides us today. Thus, Kimchi Huynh and Ian Cahatol are the two that have become such inspiration. No other friend can compare to their guidance and support they continue to give and share. Thus gives the reason why there is not a third person.

Kimchi has been my best friend since the seventh grade. October 8th, 2004 is the date we like to recall. It is the day that brought us together with tears and joy. It had begun of our never-ending journey as two friends, and as two sisters.


It started with a couple of girls who shared the same feelings towards the same boy, who later revealed his feelings to me, unluckily. This had caused so much anger and hate, feelings that no one would ever wish for. However, it was Kimchi who had my back when these girls decided to show their affection of hate. If only I knew that I would end up in this situation, I would of never liked the guy back! Even if it was one of the worst experiences to have as a child, it also became a memorable one. Since it is now the past, it is one of the few things we look back into and laugh about.


Although, we may live in different cities now, we have never failed to keep in touch. When we have the time, we visit one another as frequently as we can. We both still find enjoyment from talking about boys like young teens do. As far as college goes, we still manage to help one another with almost anything from schoolwork to dating tips to wardrobe malfunctions!

Ian Cahatol, on the other hand, has always been like my mentor. Any situation I happen to be stuck in, he always knew what to say! If not the answer, he always had an alternative up his sleeve. Although, he is often caught in a serious mood, he is very lighthearted and witty.


Whenever I have those bad days, Ian is just the right person to talk to, and it is not because he says what he wants for you to hear. Ian is very honest, and will not hesitate to say anything that comes to mind. If I ever feel blue, red, or ever green, (sad, angry, or ever jealous), he lets me evaluate it. Then he will tell me the possible reason why the event even occurred, or what I can do now to fix it. Ian always gives me hope and motivation, because he is one of the few friends that still believe in me when I finally have ceased to believe in myself.


With every call, Ian is always there with a helping hand. Continually giving reason to look forward to each day. College maybe a hassle and may help add on the extra pounds, but Ian and I made a deal that once our first year is over and when he’s in town, we will have to make at least a three mile run together. Thus, motivating myself to not forget about my health and give away to laziness.



“Friendship is a building contract you sign with laughter and break with tears,” and I think that agreement was made since I had bonded and grown with Kimchi and Ian. Both have been such inspiration to me. They are both smart and can be anything they set their mind to. Like they say, “Truly great friends are hard to find, difficult to leave, and impossible to forget.”

Slow and Steady Always Wins the Race!

Little did I know, there is already an app for it! (iphone)*
(However, it is not free!ㅠㅠ)

A few months ago, my uncle had introduced me to “Couch to 5k.” Asking him what it was, he told me to Google it. I felt offended at first, thinking that he was indirectly calling me a ‘couch potato.’ Apparently he needed a partner to run along with him, to hold the stopwatch, and keep time. I never liked running to begin with, but after thinking it through, I knew that this would be a great way to avoid the ‘Freshman 15.’ Is it true that college students pack on ten to fifteen pounds during their first year at school? Well I decided I was not going to wait for that answer and tried the running plan instead. I have nothing to lose, right?

            Couch-to-5k is simply a beginner’s running program. It can take someone who is not an athlete and who does not have any exercise experience whatsoever to later have the ability to become a runner at the end of nine weeks, at the least! I believe the great thing about this running plan is that it is not so overwhelming. By only committing to three days a week for twenty minutes a day, it is feasible to anyone! Saves anyone on monthly/annual gym memberships, and other necessary tools (like dumbbells, yoga mats, etc.) that may be needed for a workout. All you need is a pair of nice, comfortable shoes, running area (such as the park or around the block), and twenty minutes.

            Did I interest you into trying this running program? I will place the link below so you can see the workout schedule yourself! Like it, bookmark it, or ignore it, but I am sure that I have got you thinking about it. For whatever reason you may want to try it, there are a few tips I would like to share with you.

            Maybe, the first things that may come to mind is – how shall I motivate myself for the next nine weeks? I know plenty hate running in general, but if you have a goal, anything is attainable. Maybe nine weeks is too fast, so you can simply repeat each week until you are comfortable in to moving on to the next week’s running schedule. The goal is not really for you to reach three miles in exactly nine weeks; it is just an estimate. Everyone has different ways to drive themselves, but just as long as you keep up with three days a week, twenty minutes a day, it is very possible that you will achieve it.

            Also, do not expect to get fast results. Running is not initially about weight loss. (Just remember that you’re helping your heart!) Everything takes time, so looking in the mirror every few seconds while comparing yourself to a picture of a model will not do much good, but will rather make you depressed and less motivated instead. (However, there are some who actually gain more motivation from it. It really depends on the person.)

            Additionally, keep in mind that speed does not matter. You should not be in any rush anyway; it is about the distance and resistance! (Does that make any sense?) Plus, make sure you run outside! Believe me, you get better results with running outside than running on a treadmill.

            Hope I have enlightened you with this small review. Whether you make the choice to run or not, just remember that slow and steady always wins the race!

The Couch-to-5k Running Plan:

http://www.coolrunning.com/engine/2/2_3/181.shtml

Feeling Like Strangers, again

"The most unfortunate fact about a relationship that doesn't work out, is the inevitable path both parties are on to become strangers. Many relationships follow a general path, through a set of different stages, one that brings two strangers together, takes them through a period of deep emotions and meaningful experiences, then returns them to where they began." -WongFu



I was unable to update with a new blog post last week, so I have decided to entertain you with a video. 
Maybe it will also explain my emotions lately..

New Pairs of Shoes

Caught your attention huh? too bad my post today is boring.
(Found this picture on someone's tumblr)*

Number 5 was the truth to my last blog, so congrats to Florence and Roianthony for getting it correct! (Pretty unfair when your friends already know.) Haha, well I’m pretty glad how light the online workload is this week! I’m actually serious about it! No sarcasm at all! I had a few exams to study for this week, so I had plenty of time to focus without distraction or getting worried about other schoolwork. So thank you Prof. Croker, I’m very grateful for this week! 

However, school has been good and bad to me lately. I guess spring isn’t my season because I always feel less motivated and have a less drive to continue forward. Spring just seems to have more loops; it feels like riding another roller coaster in the form of a corkscrew. Whereas the ride can bring a thrilling element that later ends with knots in my hair and a twist in my stomach, leaving me quite unsteady every time.

I am actually very disappointed in myself that I have dropped another class and I am no longer a full time student. But even as a student with eleven credits, I am still having trouble with a few of my classes. I am already starting to have doubts on whether I should continue my major because I really dread spending time in a science lab.

I really have to agree with Prof. Croker’s proverb, “perfection leads to paralysis that causes procrastination,” because every time I had aimed for perfection, it had only lead me into procrastinating more than ever. Since I began college, I wanted to lose the high school behavior. I had thought perfection was an answer. Just as long as I didn’t make mistakes, my path would only lead to success. Obviously I was wrong, but certain mistakes can sometimes make a great impact that causes one to be less motivated than before. I later realized that if we use these mistakes correctly and learn from them, it makes us a better person (never perfect).

Lately, I haven’t been able to keep my focus since a couple of minor mishaps that occurred around spring break, which is still bothering me in some way. Nevertheless, I try to keep my chin up and find ways to keep me motivated. Like finding a way to reward myself for every week I complete without missing class and without failing to turn in work, then I would give myself a day of work-free and maybe go shopping! Maybe even reward myself with new pairs of shoes! J