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zero sum world
Saturday, November 14, 2015
I believe in a zero sum world. If you achieve something, this means someone else lost an opportunity to achieve that. Let's say you got a good paying job in a cushy environment or you got a place in a good JC/Uni, that's great right? Of course you'll be happy, who wouldn't be if you secured a place in NUS or a high paying job? But have you considered the ones who did not get a spot in those places? They are probably disappointed and be at a loss while we continue to gloat over ourselves. How we would thank God for where we are (being completely honest here) and that's it. I'm guilty of this too, just to make things clear. But are we truly grateful for what we have? Are we thankful for the opportunities presented to us? What happens after that? Do we just waste these opportunities and think it's just disappointing ourselves or our families? It's beyond that. We are letting the people who wished for our spot down. It's kinda like the idea of the deadweight loss in society because we don't consider the effects on society (Social Marginal Benefit - Private Marginal Benefit). Pardon me, economics geek here. One thing that I really loathe is that once we start climbing the ladder of success, we forget where we came from - nothing. Instead, we step on the very people who lost these opportunities. For instance, there are OLs who think they're in a higher position and treat waitresses with such disdain and self-entitlement. Seriously this irks me so much. So what if you have the privilege of working in a comfy air conditioned environment earning big bucks? Yes we work hard, but we do it for our own benefit. If we could only change perspectives and understand that we are doing it for the people who couldn't. Of course, we don't just stop there. In turn, we give back to these people. This includes stopping at a tissue auntie/uncle and bless them. We can make a choice to bless those who need it and give back to society. Be thankful when you're blessed, and pass it on. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Time to talk a little bit about my life. Day 0 and 1 of exam is over. Didn't go too great, but ain't gonna give up. Exam is stressing me out so badly it's insane. Please keep me in your prayers! Literally talking a little bit about my life haha. My life is boring cos it's just studying, 'nuff said. Posted by wen xin at 7:04 PM
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