Compliments of the season to you all
Aseyi se amodun o!
Yes, it’s time to make the annual
pledges to do more, less, or better. To quit, start, change, do this and that
this year. Before you resolve what to do next, there are a few things you
better take into consideration. You have all heard the legendary quote, “Begin with the end in mind.” This is a
half-truth, and actually dangerous thinking.Begin
with understanding of what got you to this point, and what you’re seeking to
accomplish then, make a plan with the “OUTCOME" defined”
I
however chose "INFLUENCE" as my theme for
this year. It can be used in
different ways, but I`ll start with this; we all know that living abroad gives
you an opportunity to have a greater understanding of other cultures. We definitely
experience a common societal, lingual,
philosophical, aesthetic, and religious influence. According
to a survey, the biggest influence on foreigners,
as you might expect, was Japanese
society itself and her core values.
Most people felt that just being among nice and polite people was infectious.
This year, let us be part of the people influenced by the positive aspect of
the society and to allow cohesiveness, harmony, humility (less ego) and
improved manners among us in our community. Let us think of ourselves less and
to always learn from the society to exercise better manners. After all, good manners are free, they don’t cost anything.
So as it appears that we benefit from living among good role models. Let us
know the difference between Proud and Pride.
Let us know how to work as a team, which is another Japanese culture. Someone said:
“I learned that you can be outstanding
without standing out.” Whether Resolution or Theme, let us listen more, love
one another and be the solution to the problem this year and not the problem to
our association or community Let`s be influenced
by the society and see how it will help our community grow.
If you were born in January we
celebrate with you and wish you a good success in the year. Have a wonderful year everybody!
Segun.
President.
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