"Oh by the way, they are going to teach all our kids the dance moves in the PUB video at school. I am going to teach my kids if they see a water-droplet-shaped mascot opening their toilet door while they are bathing, they should not be breaking into dance, but kicking said mascot between its legs and calling for help." quoted from Mr Brown (http://www.mrbrown.com/)
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Why is this sort of brutality happening in Singapore? Here are some of my views.
According to some online working citizens, those who are short, thin, timid, poor and doesn't look fierce enough or smart enough are usually those who will be bullied. That might be true, since we all witnessed it from the video, as shown that the poor young guy who got bullied looked quite small built. I am extremely curious to know why the supervisor hit the guy? What big mistake in work did the guy did? Even after the guy in blue tried to calm him down after the supervisor hit the young guy once, the supervisor just kept on hitting the poor guy. That was as if the supervisor hit the guy to release his anger and stress. Not only that, according to AsiaOne news website, it was stated that both the supervisor and the company itself has been abusing the poor guy, by putting him on "intern" salary for the last 3 years even after he has graduated! I feel for the poor guy. I am very sorry that he was subjected to such inhuman action. Shame on the supervisor and the company. Workers are not meant to be insulted! This behaviour is intolerable. He deserves a better working environment. I reckon the victim is very timid, perhaps he is fearful of losing his job. But, how can a timid/shy people get nurtured from getting physically abused? It's more reason that he shouldn't use physical abuse at work place. I respect the intern who reported this. This is because the majority would just be bystanders because they're afraid of consequences (e.g. risk losing their job, becoming the target instead etc.). I hope more people would stand up towards bullied and assaulted victims. He did the most right thing that many people are afraid to do. Kudos to such righteous people who brought the issue to light! We need more such brave and caring people in Singapore! Anyone who commits such brutality violations should be dealt seriously by the law. To all the abuser out there, you are not worth to be born in this society! Below is a resignation letter from Singa: Here is my reply:
Dear Singa, Thank you for your services as a courtesy ambassador of Singapore for the last 30 years. Thank you Singa for being a childhood icon for many Singaporeans and many people learnt well from your movement. It truly saddens me to witness such drastic consequences born out of unfortunate social circumstances that gave too much stress to you. But, why give up so quickly, Courtesy Lion? SINGA should not quit. Look at the positive side. There is an example to illustrate the successful part of your kindness campaign . One day, I was walking down hill from SGH to Outram Park MRT station, I saw a wheelchair bounded uncle finding his strength to wheel himself up hill. Immediately a young man, who was original heading down but decide to help and push the uncle up the hill instead of continue his journey toward MRT station. In my opinion, you have left a great impact on our Singapore kindness movement over the last generation. You did play an important role. Now, I am deeply concerned that your absence may leave a large void in our society, one that is too big for any individual to fill. I will remember with fondness your slogan and your smile. I am sure many people will miss you. I certainly will. Meanwhile,enjoy your long break. Singa always belong to Singapore! Your friend, Yong Wei Singa Didn't Resign:
1. @mrbrown: #SingaDidntResign He was lion. 2. @mrbrown: #SingaDidntResign He went to LA to develop his career with Wyclef's jeans. 3. @mrbrown: #SingaDidntResign He was asked to be Emeritus Senior Courtesy Mentor. 4. @mrbrown: #SingaDidntResign He abdicated. 5. @mrbrown: #SingaDidntResign He was asked to leave for having an affair with the Merlion. 6. @mrbrown: #SingaDidntResign He went to join the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy. 7. @mrbrown: #SingaDidntResign He stepped down to make way for new blood. 8. @danielgoh: #SingaDidntResign He asked for a transfer to the zoo so he can be the mane attraction. 9. @joleeqh: #SingaDidntResign He's getting ready for GE2016. 10. @ShunfuMart: #SingaDidntResign He is under investigation for misappropriating money to fund a new career in pop music. 11. @mrbrown: #SingaDidntResign His job was taken by a more polite foreign lion willing to work for less. 12. @gweezilla: Rumour is, #SingaDidntResign. He was pushed. 13. @mrbrown: #SingaDidntResign He was asked to be the director of a $2 company belonging to a political party. 14. @Fake_PMLee: #SingaDidntResign , he will be replaced by another animal but this time it will be political so that the public can assess its performance. 15. @mrbrown: #SingaDidntResign He was made director of "Special Projects". 16. @Fake_PMLee: #SingaDidntResign, he is now mascot without portfolio. 17. @Fake_PMLee: #SingaDidntResign, his work permit was revoked after taking part in Merlion Park #GE13 protest. 18. @mrbrown: #SingaDidntResign He is going for Sir Alex Ferguson’s job. 19. @mrbrown: #SingaDidntResign Teamy the Bee stabbed his back and questioned his productivity. 20. @ShunfuMart: #SingaDidntResign He's being charged with under age "kindness". 21. @mrbrown: #SingaDidntResign He was fired for mounting a crane. 22. @mrbrown: #SingaDidntResign Teamy the Bee stabbed his back and questioned his productivity. 23. #SingaDidntResign He just liked it better when he didn’t need pants at work. Adapted from Mr Brown Blog Hi, I am a youth who wants to encourage Singaporeans to appreciate others and the things around them. I have newly started up an initiative project called Singapore Appreciative Movement If you have any appreciative story/message to share? Post them on the Singapore Appreciative Movement Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/pages/Singapore-Appreciative-Movement/661616903855864?ref=tn_tnmn) or email to [email protected] to have them published on mentioned facebook page. Hope you can join in the movement today! So, fill up this card and give to your friends/loved ones today to show your appreciation towards them! #sgappreciationcard A bookmark for all readers!
"I am not born with a silver spoon , but I'm grateful to my parents whom feed me with the other great spoons, and I always look forward to dine with them using these ordinary yet wonderful spoons. " Quoted from Radio 1003 DJ: 江坚文
No matter how old you are; married with children; capable of earning your own income; your mother will still be the one who comes to your rescue when you need it! Thank you mom for showering me with love and care unconditionally for such a long time, nobody understands me like you do. You are the only one who accepts my flaws and love me for who I am. You are the only one who can take all my nonsense and be very patient with me. Thank you mum for giving me the utmost support. Success doesn't come easier. Definitely not overnight. When I'm down, you are there. When I needed encouragement, you gave them to me. Thank you mum! I'm so blessed, I wanna thank God for having you by my side. I felt that the Ministry Of Education (MOE) current's way of rewarding students for character development, with cash awards is not really effective. Out of all the award receivers, there will definitely be some "rotten" ones. Let's take the following recent cases as an example to illustrate my point. There have been many reports about some "rotten" scholars committing crimes. Scholars are chose partially for their good behaviour. But then how those ''rotten'' scholars managed to pass through? They are just acting to be well behaved to get the award. On the bright side, it is just a minority.
However, I believed that something can be done to prevent these minority group from growing. In my opinion, all schools should use the 'praising' method or student initiated projects for students’ character development to be successful. Praising method refers to commending students’ good actions through various forms – verbally in front of the whole school, school’s newsletter and commendation certificate. For example, my primary school (Pei Chun Public School), would always announce and praise all the good deeds done by the students. In hope of getting other students to jump on the bandwagon of do good deeds. Student initiated projects can be a time where students coming together to form groups to do meaningful things to serve the community. For instance, my secondary school (Bartley Secondary School) have student self-initiated community projects, also known as Values In Action (VIA). That is a platform to nurture the value of social responsibility in all students and to raise their awareness that everyone has a role in enhancing the well-being of the community and the country without getting any cash rewards in return. Students may then develop a habit to demonstrate exemplary values and civic responsibility. For me, whether there is any award, I still live up to my school core values: Respect for self and others; Integrity our way of life; Passion for learning; Excellence our Pursuit. I will do my best in both academic and non-academic areas. While I was packing the house, I found like 30 forgotten photo albums in one of the old cabinets. Being the curious me, I went to look through all of them. Then, I spent the the next hour reminiscing about the past and laughing at all the pictures. Everyone will reach a point in their lives where they'd reminisce about the past, and the people who lived in them. I found pictures of myself in kindergarten, my first day of primary school, celebrating my birthdays and so many other memorable moments. I was so innocent and so cute. I can only wonder what happened to me. Honestly, I'd give anything to go back to that time. I miss the innocence of my childhood. I miss being cheeky and getting away with it. I miss waking up to having my parent's peanut butter bread for breakfast. I miss playing block catching with my neighbors. I miss sneaking to my neighbor's house to play without anyone's knowledge. I miss the air conditioned classrooms in kindergarten. I miss learning how to ride the bike with my father. I miss playing hide & seek. I miss playing hopscotch. I miss playing soccer with my neighbours. I miss knowing that love only meant family. I miss being happy over the simplest things in life.
I wish I never grew up. Common students' learning behavior in Singapore: Memorising lessons without understanding them, for the sake to pass examinations. Adding to that most revision work, are done last minute before examinations. Then feeling demoralized for a long period of time when he/she failed an examination and thinks he/she will definitely not succeed in the future.
I am guilty of that too. Slowly, I came to realise that academic results are not everything in life, and I became contented with what I have. I began to enjoy school, treating every assignment given as a way to improve myself, through voicing out my doubts and learning from mistakes. With that, I developed an interest in reading more than what was required in the syllabus. I stopped looking at examinations as obstacles. At the same time, I also treated CCA trainings as a learning time too, to learn new skills. I started to learn more. An optimist learner sees the silver lining, able to work towards good points and will definitely be better off in the future life.That is why I say students must be optimistic in learning, always believing, and hoping that things will turn out well.So that, they they have confidence in themselves. To do well in learning, students must also take charge of their own learning by being prepared firs t.It's really important to be prepared for learning because if not effective learning will not take place. They must have: long-term goals, revising what one have learnt,playing a role in keeping their own learning environment tidy etc. I know we students can be optimistic and be well prepared for lessons, I know we can. Saw this article on my friend's Facebook shared tab and thought it's a nice article to share.
*All rights and credits goes to its respective owners* A must read for moms and dads Dear Parent On the iPhone, I see you over there on the bench, messing on your iPhone. It feels good to relax a little while your kids have fun in the sunshine, doesn’t it? You are doing a great job with your kids, you work hard, you teach them manners, have them do their chores. But Momma, let me tell you what you don’t see right now….. Your little girl is spinning round and round, making her dress twirl. She is such a little beauty queen already, the sun shining behind her long hair. She keeps glancing your way to see if you are watching her. You aren’t. Your little boy keeps shouting, “Mom, MOM watch this!” I see you acknowledge him, barely glancing his way. He sees that too. His shoulders slump, but only for a moment, as he finds the next cool thing to do. Now you are pushing your baby in the swing. She loves it! Cooing and smiling with every push. You don’t see her though, do you? Your head is bent, your eyes on your phone as you absently push her swing. Talk to her. Tell her about the clouds, Mommy. The Creator who made them. Tickle her tummy when she comes near you and enjoy that baby belly laugh that leaves far too quickly. Put your eyes back on your prize…Your kids. Show them that they are the priority. Wherever you are, be ALL there. I am not saying it’s not ok to check in on your phone, but it’s a time-sucker: User Beware! Play time at the park will be over before you know it. The childhood of your children will be gone before you know it. They won’t always want to come to the park with you, Mommy. They won’t always spin and twirl to make their new dress swish, they won’t always call out, “WATCH ME!” There will come a point when they stop trying, stop calling your name, stop bothering to interrupt your phone time. Because they know… You’ve shown them, all these moments, that the phone is more important than they are. They see you looking at it at while waiting to pick up brother from school, during playtime, at the dinner table, at bedtime….. I know that’s not true, Mommy. I know your heart says differently. But your kids can’t hear your words, Mommy. Your actions are screaming way too loudly. May our eyes rest upon those we love, first and foremost, and may everything else fall away in the wonderful, noisy, sticky-fingered glory of it all. |
AuthorYong Wei is a freelance blogger who writes about viewpoints on current affairs, lifestyle and sports articles. Contact MeFor product/service reviews, advertorials, sponsorships or any other enquires, please drop me an email at [email protected]
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