Part 6: Learning to see
Everyone with a pair of eyes can see. But do we see the world as it is?
Been experiencing some hard time at work. But I guess it’s more of the nature of the work and the nature of the people I have to deal with. We are a diverse group of people and not everyone has an IT background. Everyone has different interest and represent different things at different times.
I learned. And it’s the most important thing isn’t it? We all tumble through life with a lot of ups and downs. As long as we learn, does it matter how many times we fall?
I earned respect from the people around me. I can’t say I’m matured enough, because I’m not. But I’ve changed. I don’t flare up in people’s face any more. I know how to tactically move through conflict with a smile. Kokwei, my junior, was saying “It might be better there, but I don’t work with you anymore. I will be alone and no one will be watching my back”. My boss told him I’m a guy with vision. My client was happy with the work I did. I’m not sure how many people can say this about their work, but “It might suck sometimes, but I kick ass at what I’m doing”. LOL.
I learned to see from others’ perspective. Too often I get annoyed when people slow my pace down or makes life difficult for me. I learned that they also have people they need to report to and other priority. It’s the nature of their job. Nothing is personal in this world of business.
So I’m moving along. I keep my principles. I back up my friends. I protect my subordinate. I respect my seniors. And I’m learning to see things as they are.
Maybe it’s better that way?
P.S: I do think being a vegetarian helps in calming yourself down. You should try it sometimes 