Fiscal Cliff and Giving during the Holidays

Posted on December 6, 2012 by Tuan

3 Things I am happy about:

  • The ability to setup e-commerce in minutes not days
  • Giving Gift bags to the homeless
  • Inspiring others to help others

There is a lot of talk and anger about the “Fiscal Cliff” that could happen very soon. I would encourage you not to keep your faith in people. People have been in this predicament before and will again. The important priorities should be your family and friends and not other distractions.

Challenge for today: Watch the video and then ask yourself what have you done this is meaningful this week?

 

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Thanksgiving Approaching

Posted on November 19, 2012 by Tuan

3 Things I am happy about:

  • TED Talks
  • Musicals
  • People with Passion

I have been blown away these past few days. I have gone to several cultural events ranging from symphonies to indie rock to musicals. Each event simulated my different sense. But the most important is to have friends around you and make time to go these events. Treat every moment as if it might be your last, but be there once you are at the event.

Thanksgiving is coming in a few days. We all have to remember that we need to spend time with family and not shop~!

Here is a petition to boycott shopping on Thanksgiving Day:

http://www.change.org/petitions/boycott-the-opening-of-retail-stores-on-thanksgiving-day-boycott-thanksgiving-day-shopping

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Season Greetings

Posted on November 14, 2012 by Tuan

3 Things I am happy about:

  • Parents coming to visit
  • Going to the Symphony
  • Learning new skills

Today I am challenge to learn how to evaluate a small business where I  might take a partnership in it. The business is interesting that it is unique and a niche market. I am not sure how much stake I will eventually purchase, but I realized I have a lot of 1st World problems. I know by the end of the year I will have an e-commerce store, equity stake, and have at least a few new skills…

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Worry & Future

Posted on November 13, 2012 by Tuan

3 Things I am happy about:

  • Opportunity to meet Warren Buffet
  • Ability to sleep in an amazing bed
  • Thanksgiving dinner

I do not know why, but I feel next year will be a great year of change. I will be graduating and I am not completely sure what will happen in the next six months, but it’s going to be great. I found my passion. My passion is to solve problem and help people. It’s very broad and understand it does not fit the typical answer. I realize I have to focus and lay down a plan of action. At the same time, I need to have the faith that God will provide and guide me to his path for me. I am perplex as to why all these wonderful things are happen at one time. All I can say is that I truly appreciate God’s Will for my life.

I went to church this week. Pastor Pete from Crosspoint discussed about worrying. We only worry when we don’t trust God’s will for us. But how can we not worry? I am very content, but I know I can lose everything at any given instance. I am especially reminded of that when I see people in NYC and Jersey.

 

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Caught the Common Cold

Posted on November 8, 2012 by Tuan

3 Things I am happy about

  • Chicken Noodle Soup
  • Sleep
  • WordPress

I am definitely sick this week. I am so glad there chicken soup. As I am sick, it always reminds me of the importance of having a health life.  I also, got my first customer this week. It’s a great feeling!

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Focus on making Dreams into Reality

Posted on November 1, 2012 by Tuan

3 Things I am happy about:

  • Ability to design and solve problems
  • Coursea that enables me to learn
  • TED b/c it inspires me all the time
I believe I am reaching a cross roads with my life. There are plenty of opportunities out there. The hardest part about the opportunities is making choices.  I think it is through the good and bad times that we must rely on our Faith to get us pass our own doubts. I have been thinking about a deep thought that has shock my inner core. What is your purpose in life? I believe once you can answer that question all other things will fall into place. 
Watch the video and pray for the trapped 27 Million People

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Brazil

Posted on October 31, 2012 by Tuan

3 Things that I am happy about:

  • Trip to Brazil
  • Brazilian Food
  • Samba Schools

My trip to Brazil was incredible. I met the friendliest people full of life thru dance, football (soccer), and food. I am challenge on the running a business and serving the customer base with my new knowledge. I definitely would like to go back during the Olympics & World Cup. Traffic would be a nightmare during those times. I met a great recruiter that has a very unique background. Overall the trip made me think twice of how I view the world.

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Lack of Time

Posted on October 17, 2012 by Tuan

3 Things I am happy about:

  • Ability to travel
  • New iPhone 5
  • Fellowship

I have been challenge for the last few weeks for time. I argued that I don’t have time, but the truth is that perhaps I am not organizing my time correctly. I have failed to utilize my crossfit opportunities.  I will have to make it more of a priority.

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Cross Fit

Posted on October 9, 2012 by Tuan

3 Things I am happy about today:

  • Ability to do Cross Fit
  • Watching movies with Friends
  • $100 Startup

I started my road back to a health living today thru my 1st cross fit. I have not had soda for over two weeks. I have been drinking coconut juice and working out more thru dancing, volleyball, and tennis.  I am happy to report that I feel great about myself and I have started to implement the $100 start up with a few friends.

Cross Fit 1st Workout

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Presidential Debate

Posted on October 4, 2012 by Tuan

3 Things I am happy about:

  • Skype => Talk with a friend in Peru
  • Clam Chowder => Just good stuff
  • Kindle => Reading a book for class

I watched the first Presidential Debate of 2012 tonight. Normally, I just watch the highlights, but tonight I watched the whole thing. Both candidates had their moments, but what was interesting were the topics not covered. All to often we just hit on the main topics. This year it’s about the economy, but what about other topics going on too that have not been discuss? I would challenge people in the U.S. and myself to think about the implications of our votes across the board. In the end, I am happy that we can simply vote  for a new or keep a government instead of bearing arms for a change.

 

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