Another Malaysian talent who has moved away for better work recognition.
via Facebook http://ift.tt/2lVSRng People were dropping dead in Malaysia, and no one could figure out why their brains were swelling. A young scientist solved the mystery. Then he had to get people to believe him.
Monday, February 27, 2017
Sunday, February 26, 2017
Fixed vs. Growth: The Two Basic Mindsets That Shape Our Lives February 25, 2017 at 09:50PM
via Facebook http://ift.tt/1inLgZ8 How to fine-tune the internal monologue that scores every aspect of our lives, from leadership to love.
How to reset your wife when she's falling apart February 25, 2017 at 09:11PM
All stay home moms yearn for this...
via Facebook http://ift.tt/2frssuZ For those days when she just can't take it anymore.
via Facebook http://ift.tt/2frssuZ For those days when she just can't take it anymore.
Saturday, February 25, 2017
Tony Pua February 24, 2017 at 10:08PM
Well said. Mr Tony Pua. I wish I had that privilege to do PPE when I was a student.
via Facebook http://ift.tt/2lAGmwG How coincidental! The Guardian runs (another) (ultra-long) story on the Oxford PPE degree. And I get invited back by the Oxford PPE Society (which didn't exist in my time!) to give a talk on the 1MDB scandal which rocked Malaysia next Monday 27/2 evening. The PPE degree - that's Philosophy, Politics and Economics - in Oxford is one of the most enigmatic courses which is either loved or scorned. For me, I absolutely loved it and would not pick any other course, if given a second chance. My 3 years doing PPE was liberating after 6 years of highly intense education at the top secondary school in Singapore. At Oxford, I was nudged into learning how to think, instead of learning what to think. Many critics would argue, and I would agree, that the 'knowledge' I was taught in say, Economics is far less than say a conventional Economics degree at say, National University of Singapore (NUS). That would similarly apply to the subjects of Political Science and Philosophy. In fact, I dare say that my friends in NUS (and most other universities) would have attended more hours of subject lectures in a year, than I did in three. On average, I think I attended just about 2 hours of lectures a week (and my course mates would testify that I was no slouch). On the other hand, we had to pass up 2 essays a week, or 16 essays a term, compared to my friends who dealt with short weekly tutorial questions and perhaps a term essay at other universities. Hence, my time is spent learning how to plough through a weekly reading list which would be physically impossible to complete. You learn how to quickly filter what matters and what aren't relevant. You learn the importance of answering the question posed in the essay instead of regurgitating the knowledge you have gained (copied) from your reading. Of course, along the way, you picked up complete academic independence. Other than the weekly tutorials where course mates will take turn reading/discussing their essays, interrupted occasionally by pointers made by tutors, you are pretty much on your own. If there's a polar opposite of a "spoon-fed" education, this is it. As an example which I always relate to young students wanting to know about the PPE experience. During my very first week College, I received a note from my tutor in my pigeonhole (yes, there were no emails then). The note said that I was to submit an essay titled "Why did the Fourth Republic fail?" the following week, accompanied with a ridiculously long reading list. As with most of you, I had no bloody clue what the hell is "the Fourth Republic" (it's the immediate post-war French govt by-the-way). But by the time I have completed my essay and discussed it in tutorial the following week, I am expected to be examinable in the Fourth Republic for the exams at the end of the year. There was no lecture(s) on the subject during the week which I could take notes to spin an essay. Perhaps conventional Asian parents would even scream "what a waste of money!" at the College for lazy tutors who fail to "teach"! But that's the whole point. While there was certainly 'knowledge' involved, it is not the PPE degree's intent to force-feed A-Z into young bright minds. Instead, you are given space and framework to learn to 'think' and process an information 'overload'. The basic principle is, 'knowledge' can be picked up any time - whether at the University (much of which isn't directly applicable in the working world anyway), or during one's career. However, if one hones his/her sharp thinking skills, then you can process most knowledge that comes your way much better and faster later in life compared to others. That, if anything at all, gave me the big leg up in everything I have pursued since graduation - working in a leading global IT (yes, IT!) consultancy for 2 years, founding, listing and disposing of my own company in the next 10 and joining Malaysian politics in my last 10. I've had friends who were parents who asked, what the hell do you do with a degree like "Philosophy, Politics and Economics"? For them, unless you want to be a politician, Economics was the closest thing to being a useful subject in the course. Philosophy is of course, written off completely. After all, what's the practical purpose of discussing whether the table in front of you right now is real or a figment of your imagination. Again, the questions and assumptions misses the point. Other than certain professional degrees which are intrinsically tied to their profession, like doctors and engineers, practically all other career options do not require a specialised degree, even lawyers (you can do a 1-year law conversion couse in the UK) and accountants. Scores of PPE grads join the banking and investment banking industry earning big bucks on an annual basis. Many more join the biggest corporations in the world from Procter & Gamble to Google to climb up their management ranks. Others become top journalists, analysts and academics. The world is effectively your oyster. How high you climb the corporate ladder or how well you perform in your career would not be limited by the subjects of your PPE course. Instead one would be given a big boost by the data-processing and analytical sharpness which has been honed during the 3 precious years. Ironically, Philosophy, so often looked down upon, would fully train and stretch your brains with the most intensive intellectual stimulation and mental acrobatics, prepping you to take on the most complex problems you might face in the future. The PPE degree isn't for everybody. Don't do PPE if you do not like the subjects or if, for example, Physics or Mathematics is your calling. However, much of the criticisms against the course are misplaced. The course does not tell you to be a free-marketeer or a socialist. Or to be a political liberal or a conservative (PPE has produced top political leaders for both Tories and Labour, and even Lib Dems). The course certainly does not intend to make you immediate subject matter experts - you have to do that yourself. What PPE does, and did for me, is it taught me my life-long skills to "think", gather knowledge and process data speedily, skills which could be applied to all environments which I've found myself in. For those actually interested in the Oxford PPE degree - check out their website here: http://ift.tt/1bAYTLC (I wish they had websites like this then!) http://ift.tt/2l2hPwJ
via Facebook http://ift.tt/2lAGmwG How coincidental! The Guardian runs (another) (ultra-long) story on the Oxford PPE degree. And I get invited back by the Oxford PPE Society (which didn't exist in my time!) to give a talk on the 1MDB scandal which rocked Malaysia next Monday 27/2 evening. The PPE degree - that's Philosophy, Politics and Economics - in Oxford is one of the most enigmatic courses which is either loved or scorned. For me, I absolutely loved it and would not pick any other course, if given a second chance. My 3 years doing PPE was liberating after 6 years of highly intense education at the top secondary school in Singapore. At Oxford, I was nudged into learning how to think, instead of learning what to think. Many critics would argue, and I would agree, that the 'knowledge' I was taught in say, Economics is far less than say a conventional Economics degree at say, National University of Singapore (NUS). That would similarly apply to the subjects of Political Science and Philosophy. In fact, I dare say that my friends in NUS (and most other universities) would have attended more hours of subject lectures in a year, than I did in three. On average, I think I attended just about 2 hours of lectures a week (and my course mates would testify that I was no slouch). On the other hand, we had to pass up 2 essays a week, or 16 essays a term, compared to my friends who dealt with short weekly tutorial questions and perhaps a term essay at other universities. Hence, my time is spent learning how to plough through a weekly reading list which would be physically impossible to complete. You learn how to quickly filter what matters and what aren't relevant. You learn the importance of answering the question posed in the essay instead of regurgitating the knowledge you have gained (copied) from your reading. Of course, along the way, you picked up complete academic independence. Other than the weekly tutorials where course mates will take turn reading/discussing their essays, interrupted occasionally by pointers made by tutors, you are pretty much on your own. If there's a polar opposite of a "spoon-fed" education, this is it. As an example which I always relate to young students wanting to know about the PPE experience. During my very first week College, I received a note from my tutor in my pigeonhole (yes, there were no emails then). The note said that I was to submit an essay titled "Why did the Fourth Republic fail?" the following week, accompanied with a ridiculously long reading list. As with most of you, I had no bloody clue what the hell is "the Fourth Republic" (it's the immediate post-war French govt by-the-way). But by the time I have completed my essay and discussed it in tutorial the following week, I am expected to be examinable in the Fourth Republic for the exams at the end of the year. There was no lecture(s) on the subject during the week which I could take notes to spin an essay. Perhaps conventional Asian parents would even scream "what a waste of money!" at the College for lazy tutors who fail to "teach"! But that's the whole point. While there was certainly 'knowledge' involved, it is not the PPE degree's intent to force-feed A-Z into young bright minds. Instead, you are given space and framework to learn to 'think' and process an information 'overload'. The basic principle is, 'knowledge' can be picked up any time - whether at the University (much of which isn't directly applicable in the working world anyway), or during one's career. However, if one hones his/her sharp thinking skills, then you can process most knowledge that comes your way much better and faster later in life compared to others. That, if anything at all, gave me the big leg up in everything I have pursued since graduation - working in a leading global IT (yes, IT!) consultancy for 2 years, founding, listing and disposing of my own company in the next 10 and joining Malaysian politics in my last 10. I've had friends who were parents who asked, what the hell do you do with a degree like "Philosophy, Politics and Economics"? For them, unless you want to be a politician, Economics was the closest thing to being a useful subject in the course. Philosophy is of course, written off completely. After all, what's the practical purpose of discussing whether the table in front of you right now is real or a figment of your imagination. Again, the questions and assumptions misses the point. Other than certain professional degrees which are intrinsically tied to their profession, like doctors and engineers, practically all other career options do not require a specialised degree, even lawyers (you can do a 1-year law conversion couse in the UK) and accountants. Scores of PPE grads join the banking and investment banking industry earning big bucks on an annual basis. Many more join the biggest corporations in the world from Procter & Gamble to Google to climb up their management ranks. Others become top journalists, analysts and academics. The world is effectively your oyster. How high you climb the corporate ladder or how well you perform in your career would not be limited by the subjects of your PPE course. Instead one would be given a big boost by the data-processing and analytical sharpness which has been honed during the 3 precious years. Ironically, Philosophy, so often looked down upon, would fully train and stretch your brains with the most intensive intellectual stimulation and mental acrobatics, prepping you to take on the most complex problems you might face in the future. The PPE degree isn't for everybody. Don't do PPE if you do not like the subjects or if, for example, Physics or Mathematics is your calling. However, much of the criticisms against the course are misplaced. The course does not tell you to be a free-marketeer or a socialist. Or to be a political liberal or a conservative (PPE has produced top political leaders for both Tories and Labour, and even Lib Dems). The course certainly does not intend to make you immediate subject matter experts - you have to do that yourself. What PPE does, and did for me, is it taught me my life-long skills to "think", gather knowledge and process data speedily, skills which could be applied to all environments which I've found myself in. For those actually interested in the Oxford PPE degree - check out their website here: http://ift.tt/1bAYTLC (I wish they had websites like this then!) http://ift.tt/2l2hPwJ
Child Mind Institute February 24, 2017 at 08:45PM
Maybe it is time for me to do the same too, after dedicating 101% of me to her. 🤣
via Facebook http://ift.tt/2l9OXD2 Maybe the key to being a better parent is a dose of selfishness.
via Facebook http://ift.tt/2l9OXD2 Maybe the key to being a better parent is a dose of selfishness.
Lucie's List February 24, 2017 at 08:25AM
👍
via Facebook http://ift.tt/2l6kkSO "Natural Cycles calculates daily fertility with an algorithm... and determines whether you’re fertile or not that day, so that you know if you risk pregnancy by having unprotected sex."
via Facebook http://ift.tt/2l6kkSO "Natural Cycles calculates daily fertility with an algorithm... and determines whether you’re fertile or not that day, so that you know if you risk pregnancy by having unprotected sex."
Thursday, February 23, 2017
Science Shows How A Trip To The Beach Actually Changes Your Brain February 22, 2017 at 11:05PM
via Facebook http://ift.tt/2lspyX6 Get there, ASAP.
One little change in how you talk to your kids can help them be more successful. February 22, 2017 at 11:57AM
via Facebook http://u.pw/2lJ4XjP It's so simple, but a lot of people have no idea it's even a thing.
Wednesday, February 22, 2017
The bad habits you should give up if you want to be successful February 21, 2017 at 09:38PM
via Facebook http://ift.tt/2l6tewm Sometimes to become successful, we don’t need to add more things to our lives—we need to give up on some of them.
TODAY Parents February 21, 2017 at 10:15AM
Don't all the moms love Target! 🤣
via Facebook http://ift.tt/2m8YKuL "We've been practicing our whole lives for this!" Share with a friend... who is over 30. ;)
via Facebook http://ift.tt/2m8YKuL "We've been practicing our whole lives for this!" Share with a friend... who is over 30. ;)
Tuesday, February 21, 2017
Good Housekeeping February 20, 2017 at 11:52PM
Yes, I really hate it 😳
via Facebook http://ghkp.us/avNbRFG Just think about where your clothes have been...
via Facebook http://ghkp.us/avNbRFG Just think about where your clothes have been...
Bright Side February 20, 2017 at 09:36PM
That sounds like a horrible jet lag for many mamas! 😂
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via Facebook http://ift.tt/2kTl9KQ
Monday, February 20, 2017
The 22 best places to live in America if you want to make a lot of money February 20, 2017 at 05:42AM
San Jose in California is ranked #1. Really?
via Facebook http://ift.tt/2memQUi U.S. News ranked the best places to live based on each city's quality of life, value, desirability, and job market.
via Facebook http://ift.tt/2memQUi U.S. News ranked the best places to live based on each city's quality of life, value, desirability, and job market.
Sunday, February 19, 2017
30 days February 18, 2017 at 08:17AM
I am trying my best every single day 😂
via Facebook http://ift.tt/2l7NqRW Great read!!!
via Facebook http://ift.tt/2l7NqRW Great read!!!
Friday, February 17, 2017
Scary Mommy February 16, 2017 at 11:49AM
I will totally take part in this event if it happens in the Bay Area too!
via Facebook http://ift.tt/2lQdp19 "In the spirit of women and their allies coming together for love and liberation, we offer A Day Without A Woman."
via Facebook http://ift.tt/2lQdp19 "In the spirit of women and their allies coming together for love and liberation, we offer A Day Without A Woman."
Thursday, February 16, 2017
How the Little Things Make or Break a Relationship February 15, 2017 at 11:46PM
via Facebook http://ift.tt/2lDQ1nh Expert advice on how to avoid disconnecting, even when you're exhausted.
Tuesday, February 14, 2017
New Book 'The Pumpkin And The Pantsuit' Explains The 2016 Election To Kids February 14, 2017 at 07:45AM
So creative! 😅
via Facebook http://ift.tt/2l4pSuE "A short, short time ago in a land not very far away..."
via Facebook http://ift.tt/2l4pSuE "A short, short time ago in a land not very far away..."
Amazon is refusing to drop Trump News. February 13, 2017 at 09:17AM
Please support the cause if he is not your president🤔. #notmypresident
via Facebook http://ift.tt/2kp4sGC A public outcry can force it to drop the extreme far right site that helped elect Donald Trump.
via Facebook http://ift.tt/2kp4sGC A public outcry can force it to drop the extreme far right site that helped elect Donald Trump.
Friday, February 10, 2017
Dealing With Anger February 10, 2017 at 07:18AM
via Facebook http://ift.tt/2kWT3CA Do you wonder why you fly off the handle so easily sometimes? Do you wish you knew healthier ways to express yourself when you're steamed? Check out this article for help with dealing with anger.
Friday, February 03, 2017
Sylvia's Friends Day Video February 03, 2017 at 01:44AM
Thank you all, wherever you are! #friendsday
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via Facebook http://ift.tt/2kwxVmh
Wednesday, February 01, 2017
US Embassy confirms Malaysia not in Trump's ban list February 01, 2017 at 05:39AM
Keeping my fingers crossed that we will return home safely. 🙏
via Facebook http://ift.tt/2jWMO02 KUALA LUMPUR (Feb 1): Soon after a report was posted on social media that a Malaysian traveller was detained at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York, the US Embassy here has confirmed that Malaysia is not in the ban list. The US Embassy KL Press Office today released a statement that re...
via Facebook http://ift.tt/2jWMO02 KUALA LUMPUR (Feb 1): Soon after a report was posted on social media that a Malaysian traveller was detained at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York, the US Embassy here has confirmed that Malaysia is not in the ban list. The US Embassy KL Press Office today released a statement that re...
Gaslighting: Know It and Identify It to Protect Yourself January 31, 2017 at 09:04PM
Good reference points.
via Facebook http://ift.tt/2kf5reh Gaslighting is a manipulation tactic used to gain power. And it works too well.
via Facebook http://ift.tt/2kf5reh Gaslighting is a manipulation tactic used to gain power. And it works too well.
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