14. What's the difference between living and existing? (1/14/14)
The difference between living and existing is that when you exist you are just in this world. There is no meaning, no joy, no sustenance to keep moving. Yet for living you have a purpose. Hopefully that purpose is something greater than love, money, or people. Rather let it be God and if you choose that fateful route, you'll realize that the void you've had will begin to finally fill up. So wake up and live in Christ!
15. If not now, then when? (1/15/14)
If not now, then perhaps the most opportune time? Yea right, but hey that may be the best answer from me. Sure you've got to seize the moment, but there are times where tact is by far the best route. That being said knowing when to act rather than being uber spontaneous can work to your advantage in many situations. Just don't wait around too long because then you'll just miss all the fun!
16. Have you done anything lately worth remembering? (1/16/14)
I guess the only thing I can probably mention in this is that lately I have sought to be a friend to an individual I recently met. Though that may not be worth remembering in the future, I think that this friendship could in fact blossom into a grand friendship and I hope to garner another person I can talk to any time about anything! :-)
17. What does your joy look like today? (1/17/14)
Today is a Friday and so my joy looks like what most people's is at the end of the week: relief. However this particular day an impromptu hangout with friends transformed that joy into an uppity joy in which laughter and energy was well expended. Lastly, since this weekend is a weekend in which I can work on things at home (i.e. clean and organize), I am so looking forward to putting everything together and clean the messes around the house that I have let slip from my grasp.
18. Is it possible to lie without saying a word? (1/18/14)
To lie without saying a word is very possible. Omission of facts, I consider a lie; however in the case of not speaking at all, holding one's tongue when the truth could in fact help a person out no matter how brutal is probably the best course. The old adage of "the truth will set you free" rings true here.
19. If you had a friend who spoke to you in the same way you sometimes speak to yourself, how long would you allow this person to be your friend? (1/19/14)
I guess it depends on whether this question is asking it in the light of how I speak to myself positively or negatively. Though I gather that it's asking for the negative side. That being said I guess I would allow that person to be my friend for a decent while so long as I thought them to be good person at heart. I think I mentioned in an earlier question that I tend to be stubbornly loyal so only if the person sought to destroy my every joy, I would still consider them to be my friend still.
20. Which activities make you lose track of time? (1/20/14)
The list of activities are as follows: great fellowship with awesome/close friends, being outdoors and being active, losing myself in a good swim practice, finding my groove while studying or working, reading a captivating book, phone conversations with those dear to me. Those are the ones off the top of my head at least.
21. If you had to teach something, what would you teach? (1/21/14)
Non-academically, I would teach swimming because that is one of the joys of my life. Maybe physical education since that's close enough to sports in schools. Academically, I think I would prefer to teach upper level math. I've always enjoyed analytical problems and being able to help students get that enjoyment too would be pretty cool. Of course if I were to teach I would do it in a fashion that would attempt to fully engage the class, as well as incorporate as many "fun" exercises as possible to drive home the point and help it stick in the students' minds.
22. What would you regret not doing, being, or having in your life? (1/22/14)
Sort of a cheesy answer, but I would regret not being Asian. As much as I respect the other cultures out there in the world, the Korean culture I've grown up in (it's not the fully immersed culture that's for sure) has instilled in me morals and values that I feel aren't as prevalent in lets say the American culture. Yes, I am stereotyping cultures here; however I feel as though my parents did a good job in making sure that I was brought up with the best of both worlds. Am I perfect? Oh heck no. But I fully embrace the Asian I am and would definitely regret not being of that race.
23. Are you holding onto something you need to let go of? (1/23/14)\
Physically, yes I am. I've got so much unused things that I definitely need to do a sweep of them and trash it. Emotionally, yes I am. I've got to learn how to move on from people that I care about when they no longer are in my life.
24. When you are 80 years old, what will matter to you the most? (1/24/14)
When I'm 80, and I've realized how dumb of a person I was. My "what matters the most" list will probably comprise of God, family, and friends.
25. When is it time to stop calculating risk and rewards and just do what you know is right? (1/25/14)
The correct time to do that in my opinion is all the time if the right thing pertains to the truth. Honesty is something that will save you in the long run. Sure you can make the correct risks and reap the full rewards, but if you're a crook no one will trust you. We're called to live honest lives by God and He will take care of us to our deaths regardless of the rewards we reap here on earth.
26. How old would you be if you didn't know how old you were? (1/26/14)
Hahaha the way I act is so different according to the situation, but I feel as though I still act like a kid who's around 13. I'm able to get along with those 6-10 years younger than me (for the most part at least) and I do many things instinctively to what I remember being taught or experienced. Plus my energy levels probably rival that those many years younger than I, so there's that too.
27. Would you break the law to save a loved one? (1/27/14)
Interesting though, and I would like to think I would break the law to save a loved one. Reminds me of this video Jubilee Project - Prodigal and I hope that I can be a father like that, mirroring the love of my true and heavenly Father to the fullest extent.
28 What makes you smile? (1/28/14)
The biggest thing that makes me smile is when I am able to bring joy/happiness to the ones closest to me. I do as much as I can to somehow make their lives better in any way. Perhaps I'm too overbearing, or stubbornly loyal, but I aim to see their smiles that in turn makes me smile. Like they say, happiness is contagious! The next thing probably is when I'm being active with friends, (swimming, cycling, running, playing tennis, ultimate frisbee, hiking, and countless other activities) and using the body the Lord provided me with, brings me joy and of course a smile :-)
29. When all is said and done, will you have said more than you have done? (1/29/14)
Unfortunately I think I will have said more than I have done. I will always dream of doing things and express those goals and dreams. However not all things are plausible in this day and age. I do wish that I'll be able to do a good number of things I express and then be able to encourage others to do the same and live their dreams to the fullest.
30. If you had the opportunity to get a message across to a large group of people, what would your message be? (1/30/14)
My message would be to remember the love that God showed all of us and that we should do the same. Even though we all fail at it, there is nothing more enjoyable than being that friend to those who need it. Oh and maybe chime in there that money is not everything (that's something that bothers me, but another time for that).
31. If the average humans lifespan was 40 years, how would you live your life differently? (1/31/14)
I'd definitely not worry about retirement or the future. Rather live it day by day with what I have, and be in the company of my friends and family as much as possible. Do more of the things I love and remember that though my life here is short, for the rest of eternity I'm golden because of my Savior.
32. What do we all have in common besides our genes that make us human? (2/1/14)
I'd go out on a limb and say that we all share a heart that breaks for others (or at least one thing may it be a person, animal, or inanimate object)
33. If you could choose one book as a mandatory read for all high school students, which book would you choose? (2/2/14)
There are many books I've read that I think would be good, the Redwall series, anything by Tolkien or C.S. Lewis. But recently I read the Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini and I would definitely put that on the list as a mandatory read. It opens one's eyes to another culture and stresses the point of redemption something that seems to be fading in the coming generations. And then maybe for the middle school level, I would recommend the book A Single Shard by Linda Sue Park.
34. Would you rather have less work or more work you actually enjoy doing? (2/3/14)
I would rather have more work I actually enjoy because when I'm doing something I enjoy, I don't mind the hours I put in. If I'm happy to do what I do then it's really not a job or work, rather a lifestyle and a blessing.
35. What is important to go to war over? (2/4/14)
I may be just saying this, and I don't know if I would ever have the guts to actually do this. But to go to war and fight the enemy over the salvation through Jesus Christ is definitely important enough.
36. Which is worse, failing or never trying? (2/5/14)
Never trying by a landslide. If you fail, at least you've gotten the courage to do it at least once. None of us have been able to pick up anything and on the first time become adept at it. It takes at least a few failures and then we begin to not suck. Then a few hundred more until we have become good at something. Greatness always begins at a failure, and ends only after a taxing and arduous journey.
37. When was the last time you listened to the sound of your own breathing? (2/6/14)
I can't recall this actually. I do know that I've been trying to allot time to myself to get into that quiet place of solitude. There is so much of my energy devoted to going full throttle all the time that I forget to slow down. This is just a reminder that I need to remember that silence is golden for oneself just as much as fellowship is.
38. What's something you know you do differently than most people? (2/7/14)
One thing I think that I do differently than most people is that I try to keep in touch with my ex-girlfriends. I know it's not unique or anything, but because as I've mentioned in earlier posts, I have a hard time letting go of the people I've invested my time in. Past girlfriends are no different and thus I attempt to see how things are going with each of them (thankfully I only have 3 thus far). I still care for all of them and hope that life goes well for all of them, especially since the last thing I'd wish for is ill tidings on them.
39. What does the "American Dream" mean to you? (2/8/14)
The "American Dream" is that pinnacle of comfortability that each individual in the modern world hopes to attain through hard work. Yet these days the "American Dream" has been so blinded by the drive for more and more money and material possessions. Stuff doesn't make you happy and if that's your driving force behind life, I regret to inform you that you are living an unfortunate existence. This inequality sums it up quite well: [God + relationships] > material possessions.
40. Would you rather be a worried genius or a joyful simpleton? (2/9/14)
As much as I would love to be a genius, if it were to come with hardships and stress, I would much rather be a joyful simpleton. Perhaps being a simpleton would make me naive, but as long as I was guaranteed a chance to accept the Lord as my Savior then I can take being simpleton for the rest of my life knowing that eternal life with my Creator awaits me.
15. If not now, then when? (1/15/14)
If not now, then perhaps the most opportune time? Yea right, but hey that may be the best answer from me. Sure you've got to seize the moment, but there are times where tact is by far the best route. That being said knowing when to act rather than being uber spontaneous can work to your advantage in many situations. Just don't wait around too long because then you'll just miss all the fun!
16. Have you done anything lately worth remembering? (1/16/14)
I guess the only thing I can probably mention in this is that lately I have sought to be a friend to an individual I recently met. Though that may not be worth remembering in the future, I think that this friendship could in fact blossom into a grand friendship and I hope to garner another person I can talk to any time about anything! :-)
17. What does your joy look like today? (1/17/14)
Today is a Friday and so my joy looks like what most people's is at the end of the week: relief. However this particular day an impromptu hangout with friends transformed that joy into an uppity joy in which laughter and energy was well expended. Lastly, since this weekend is a weekend in which I can work on things at home (i.e. clean and organize), I am so looking forward to putting everything together and clean the messes around the house that I have let slip from my grasp.
18. Is it possible to lie without saying a word? (1/18/14)
To lie without saying a word is very possible. Omission of facts, I consider a lie; however in the case of not speaking at all, holding one's tongue when the truth could in fact help a person out no matter how brutal is probably the best course. The old adage of "the truth will set you free" rings true here.
19. If you had a friend who spoke to you in the same way you sometimes speak to yourself, how long would you allow this person to be your friend? (1/19/14)
I guess it depends on whether this question is asking it in the light of how I speak to myself positively or negatively. Though I gather that it's asking for the negative side. That being said I guess I would allow that person to be my friend for a decent while so long as I thought them to be good person at heart. I think I mentioned in an earlier question that I tend to be stubbornly loyal so only if the person sought to destroy my every joy, I would still consider them to be my friend still.
20. Which activities make you lose track of time? (1/20/14)
The list of activities are as follows: great fellowship with awesome/close friends, being outdoors and being active, losing myself in a good swim practice, finding my groove while studying or working, reading a captivating book, phone conversations with those dear to me. Those are the ones off the top of my head at least.
21. If you had to teach something, what would you teach? (1/21/14)
Non-academically, I would teach swimming because that is one of the joys of my life. Maybe physical education since that's close enough to sports in schools. Academically, I think I would prefer to teach upper level math. I've always enjoyed analytical problems and being able to help students get that enjoyment too would be pretty cool. Of course if I were to teach I would do it in a fashion that would attempt to fully engage the class, as well as incorporate as many "fun" exercises as possible to drive home the point and help it stick in the students' minds.
22. What would you regret not doing, being, or having in your life? (1/22/14)
Sort of a cheesy answer, but I would regret not being Asian. As much as I respect the other cultures out there in the world, the Korean culture I've grown up in (it's not the fully immersed culture that's for sure) has instilled in me morals and values that I feel aren't as prevalent in lets say the American culture. Yes, I am stereotyping cultures here; however I feel as though my parents did a good job in making sure that I was brought up with the best of both worlds. Am I perfect? Oh heck no. But I fully embrace the Asian I am and would definitely regret not being of that race.
23. Are you holding onto something you need to let go of? (1/23/14)\
Physically, yes I am. I've got so much unused things that I definitely need to do a sweep of them and trash it. Emotionally, yes I am. I've got to learn how to move on from people that I care about when they no longer are in my life.
24. When you are 80 years old, what will matter to you the most? (1/24/14)
When I'm 80, and I've realized how dumb of a person I was. My "what matters the most" list will probably comprise of God, family, and friends.
25. When is it time to stop calculating risk and rewards and just do what you know is right? (1/25/14)
The correct time to do that in my opinion is all the time if the right thing pertains to the truth. Honesty is something that will save you in the long run. Sure you can make the correct risks and reap the full rewards, but if you're a crook no one will trust you. We're called to live honest lives by God and He will take care of us to our deaths regardless of the rewards we reap here on earth.
26. How old would you be if you didn't know how old you were? (1/26/14)
Hahaha the way I act is so different according to the situation, but I feel as though I still act like a kid who's around 13. I'm able to get along with those 6-10 years younger than me (for the most part at least) and I do many things instinctively to what I remember being taught or experienced. Plus my energy levels probably rival that those many years younger than I, so there's that too.
27. Would you break the law to save a loved one? (1/27/14)
Interesting though, and I would like to think I would break the law to save a loved one. Reminds me of this video Jubilee Project - Prodigal and I hope that I can be a father like that, mirroring the love of my true and heavenly Father to the fullest extent.
28 What makes you smile? (1/28/14)
The biggest thing that makes me smile is when I am able to bring joy/happiness to the ones closest to me. I do as much as I can to somehow make their lives better in any way. Perhaps I'm too overbearing, or stubbornly loyal, but I aim to see their smiles that in turn makes me smile. Like they say, happiness is contagious! The next thing probably is when I'm being active with friends, (swimming, cycling, running, playing tennis, ultimate frisbee, hiking, and countless other activities) and using the body the Lord provided me with, brings me joy and of course a smile :-)
29. When all is said and done, will you have said more than you have done? (1/29/14)
Unfortunately I think I will have said more than I have done. I will always dream of doing things and express those goals and dreams. However not all things are plausible in this day and age. I do wish that I'll be able to do a good number of things I express and then be able to encourage others to do the same and live their dreams to the fullest.
30. If you had the opportunity to get a message across to a large group of people, what would your message be? (1/30/14)
My message would be to remember the love that God showed all of us and that we should do the same. Even though we all fail at it, there is nothing more enjoyable than being that friend to those who need it. Oh and maybe chime in there that money is not everything (that's something that bothers me, but another time for that).
31. If the average humans lifespan was 40 years, how would you live your life differently? (1/31/14)
I'd definitely not worry about retirement or the future. Rather live it day by day with what I have, and be in the company of my friends and family as much as possible. Do more of the things I love and remember that though my life here is short, for the rest of eternity I'm golden because of my Savior.
32. What do we all have in common besides our genes that make us human? (2/1/14)
I'd go out on a limb and say that we all share a heart that breaks for others (or at least one thing may it be a person, animal, or inanimate object)
33. If you could choose one book as a mandatory read for all high school students, which book would you choose? (2/2/14)
There are many books I've read that I think would be good, the Redwall series, anything by Tolkien or C.S. Lewis. But recently I read the Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini and I would definitely put that on the list as a mandatory read. It opens one's eyes to another culture and stresses the point of redemption something that seems to be fading in the coming generations. And then maybe for the middle school level, I would recommend the book A Single Shard by Linda Sue Park.
34. Would you rather have less work or more work you actually enjoy doing? (2/3/14)
I would rather have more work I actually enjoy because when I'm doing something I enjoy, I don't mind the hours I put in. If I'm happy to do what I do then it's really not a job or work, rather a lifestyle and a blessing.
35. What is important to go to war over? (2/4/14)
I may be just saying this, and I don't know if I would ever have the guts to actually do this. But to go to war and fight the enemy over the salvation through Jesus Christ is definitely important enough.
36. Which is worse, failing or never trying? (2/5/14)
Never trying by a landslide. If you fail, at least you've gotten the courage to do it at least once. None of us have been able to pick up anything and on the first time become adept at it. It takes at least a few failures and then we begin to not suck. Then a few hundred more until we have become good at something. Greatness always begins at a failure, and ends only after a taxing and arduous journey.
37. When was the last time you listened to the sound of your own breathing? (2/6/14)
I can't recall this actually. I do know that I've been trying to allot time to myself to get into that quiet place of solitude. There is so much of my energy devoted to going full throttle all the time that I forget to slow down. This is just a reminder that I need to remember that silence is golden for oneself just as much as fellowship is.
38. What's something you know you do differently than most people? (2/7/14)
One thing I think that I do differently than most people is that I try to keep in touch with my ex-girlfriends. I know it's not unique or anything, but because as I've mentioned in earlier posts, I have a hard time letting go of the people I've invested my time in. Past girlfriends are no different and thus I attempt to see how things are going with each of them (thankfully I only have 3 thus far). I still care for all of them and hope that life goes well for all of them, especially since the last thing I'd wish for is ill tidings on them.
39. What does the "American Dream" mean to you? (2/8/14)
The "American Dream" is that pinnacle of comfortability that each individual in the modern world hopes to attain through hard work. Yet these days the "American Dream" has been so blinded by the drive for more and more money and material possessions. Stuff doesn't make you happy and if that's your driving force behind life, I regret to inform you that you are living an unfortunate existence. This inequality sums it up quite well: [God + relationships] > material possessions.
40. Would you rather be a worried genius or a joyful simpleton? (2/9/14)
As much as I would love to be a genius, if it were to come with hardships and stress, I would much rather be a joyful simpleton. Perhaps being a simpleton would make me naive, but as long as I was guaranteed a chance to accept the Lord as my Savior then I can take being simpleton for the rest of my life knowing that eternal life with my Creator awaits me.
