February 12, 2014

You're a King and I'm a Lionheart



"This music video was based on a true story for those who wonder why such a sad ending.
the lead singer (female) lived in Iceland with her brother and parents.
Her parents divorced and the Father had custody of her but she and her father wanted custody of the brother too.
But the mother moved to Canada. and throughout her childhood. she didnt see her brother that much.
In the song she's telling him to brave.
Because the ''King'' (her) wont be there with ''Lion Heart'' (the brother)"

February 03, 2014

The rare INTJ (oooo)

Recently I've been fascinated with articles and research and other forms of credible information about psychometrics, which according to how fantastically smart I am to know Google, means the  science of measuring mental capacities and processes, such as IQ, EQ, personality traits and other cool stuff ikr i am absolute fun at parties!!!! 

Anyway, I think being able to know about a person (almost) inside out without even starting to interact with said person is an extremely amazing thing indeed. After all, as a person who may not be the most social insect with bright colourful wings, it's a handy tool should I find myself having to resort to human interaction with other people.

Besides that, I would also be able to find out more about myself, identifying strengths and weaknesses, ideal careers for each personality type (based on info from real living breathing people) and like ideal partners LOL and basically other cool stuff ah. Of course granted, it may not be totally bullseye accurate for al cases but it's based on legit scientific research by legit qualified research people so it's definitely not entirely BS.

Anyway (again), a particular personality test I took (MBTI) and I thought I'd do a bit of a breakdown and see what's what^_^

(Link: Myers-Briggs Personality Test 16personalities.com)

Into the mastermind of an INTJ(oooo)


"INTJs are analytical. Like INTPs, they are most comfortable working alone and tend to be less sociable than other types. Nevertheless, INTJs are prepared to lead if no one else seems up to the task, or if they see a major weakness in the current leadership. They tend to be pragmaticlogical, and creative."


All this is spot on. Logic is a huge huuuuuuge huuuuuuuuuuge ok not that huge part of how my upstairs works. I do despise teamwork quite quite very highly extremely, though the team members I've had to work with have been absolutely woeful. There's always a chance I'd get a good team of cogs that turn the proverbial hand of the clock, but I prefer to go solo cheehhhhhhh. The leadership thing though lim pei lah. If you're not steering the ship properly damn it I will kick you overboard and drive(???) it myself. 


"Hallmarks of the INTJ include independence of thought and a desire for efficiency. They work best when given autonomy and creative freedom. They harbor an innate desire to express themselves by conceptualizing their own intellectual designs. They have a talent for analyzing and formulating complex theories. INTJs are generally well-suited for occupations within academia, research, consulting, management, science, engineering, and law. They are often acutely aware of their own knowledge and abilities—as well as their limitations and what they don't know (a quality that tends to distinguish them from INTPs). INTJs thus develop a strong confidence in their ability and talents, making them natural leaders."


Preach the wordddddd.


"As mates, INTJs want harmony and order in the home and in relationships. The most independent of all types, INTJs trust their intuition when choosing friends and mates—even in spite of contradictory evidence or pressure from others. The emotions of an INTJ are hard to read, and neither male nor female INTJs are apt to express emotional reactions. At times, INTJs seem cold, reserved, and unresponsive, while in fact they are almost hypersensitive to signals of rejection from those they care for. In social situations, INTJs may also be unresponsive and may neglect small rituals designed to put others at ease. For example, INTJs may communicate that idle dialogue such as small talk is a waste of time. This may create the impression that the INTJ is in a hurry—an impression that is not always intended. In their interpersonal relationships, INTJs are usually better in a working situation than in a recreational situation."

Macam puji diri sendiri je HAHAHA nah. I am socially awkward. Friends that make sense are my friends. My emotions and social behaviour is erratic and highly confusing, unfortunately. I am really nice and cuddly and other positive adjectives though. If you persevere, then at the very least you deserve my friendshipness and I appreciate you for that naww 

"In forming relationships, INTJs tend to seek out others with similar character traits and ideologies. Agreement on theoretical concepts is an important aspect of their relationships. By nature INTJs can be demanding in their expectations, and approach relationships in a rational manner. As a result, INTJs may not always respond to a spontaneous infatuation but wait for a mate who better fits their set criteria. They tend to be stable, reliable, and dedicated. Harmony in relationships and home life tends to be extremely important to them. They generally withhold strong emotion and do not like to waste time with what they consider irrational social rituals. This may cause non-INTJs to perceive them as distant and reserved; nevertheless, INTJs are usually very loyal partners who are prepared to commit substantial energy and time into a relationship to make it work."

What even is all this relationship stuff. . . . . . . . .



Anyway, that's sorta all for now. It took two weeks to do this post cause I was horribly bored and uninspired  and busy and blocked off of writing fluids but i'm ok now yay




January 29, 2014

One last hurrah

Lostprophets: The band with the pedophile frontman

In December 2013, Lostprophets (former now) vocalist and lyricist Ian Watkins was charged with child sex offences, including attempting to rape a baby.  He will be put to rot for the next 35 years but has, since then, appealed to have his sentence shortened. Lostprophets has disbanded early this year. Apparently, no band member knew anything about their frontman and his heinous crime. I really wish to not elaborate much on it.

(Link: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-south-east-wales-25867257)

 I just wish to express my two cents.

Before that, here are just some reactions found in the comments of their YT videos:
  • "I've been in conflict with myself as to whether I should ever listen to LostProphets again. I can see things from both sides of the argument, I can understand someone who doesn't want to listen to this because of what the lead singer did and possible because they feel the music has now been tainted with his crimes. However I wouldn't condemn someone for wanting to continue listening to the music because they enjoy the music and are judging it only as a form of "art" and not by who wrote it. What that man did makes this song no worse or better than it was before this came to the public eye."
  • "It's very weird to think that Liberation Transmission was one of my favorite albums to-date. Now, all I can see is this monster for what he truly is. I was never too keen on him personally as I found him obnoxiously arrogant but who'd have thought he'd be capable of this. Just a heinous, despicable excuse for a human being, however I hope the rest of the group can someday move-on from this and let it go without being judged."
  • "If you have always been a fan of their music, why give it up now? Radio stations should continue to play the music, and people who enjoy the music should continue listening to it and not worry about "being judged". As for the rest of the band members, they should replace the singer with someone of equal talent and continue on with life and music. The lostprophets are talented artists and their music is enjoyable listening, and we should never, never, ever let one negative individual bring us all down into negativity and prevent us from appreciating a fabulous work of art."
  • "fucking pedophile ,children fucker"
  • I disagree, the band as a whole are not to blame for the sick things that he has done and tried to do. If anything HIS cut of the money from sales and future sales should be given to the victims, also his assets should be seized, sold and given to the victims too. What he has done is completely unforgivable but as I said the band should not be blamed. I agree with your comment that it has become difficult to enjoy their music knowing that he was involved."

This was actually old-ish news, and I only found out last night. It's probably a window in to how into this band I am. Which is not really. In the past though, they were one of many rock bands I found myself listening to. After reading the news, I hit the interwebz to have a listen again to the band that once was.


Everything has changed.


It doesn't feel the same as it was before. I found myself constantly trying to fit pedophilia narratives into the lyrics as they were sung. I couldn't relax and listen purely to the sounds anymore. Knowing that the music he's been making has somehow contributed to his committing of the crime. The money that has come from sales of the records have gone to him. And still will, as he rots in jail. 

To Ian Watkins, you were probably out of your mind on drugs, and you were not thinking straight (I hope) when you decided to commit these crimes. Pity your family, your band mates. How could you? Personally, I don't give a damn whether one abuses drugs, but you will be personally responsible for what you do as a result of such a thing. Well you've done something now, and my word you will be responsible. If we good law-abiding citizens are disgusted with you, I don't wanna know what crooks would wanna do to you in prison. You were a rockstar, somebody's idol, another teen's hero, an icon. 


Now you are nothing but a disgrace. 


January 25, 2014

Anberlin guys

Money doesn't talk, it just rules.

"You adult what? Pay adult fare lah haiya."

I must've missed the memo on Murphy's Law's Day. 

I was running late, I'd forgotten my daily allowance, and my last few coins were about to go into overpaying the bus fare. I didn't have the time to argue. My fingers groped in my wallet for spare change.

"Oi hurry up lah!" the bus driver barked at me.

It seems he isn't having the rosiest day either. Absolutely reasonable to lash out at his clientele, then. Frontline staff should know better. You're paid to properly accommodate customers, regardless of a bad day. Paid also to ensure a good commuter experience, also regardless of your psychological state of mind due to the proverbial menstrual cycle. So what manner of glue exactly, were you sniffing when....oh bother T.T

"Eh uncle, I got no change ah."

I was immediately shooed out. Profanityyy

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All in the day of a child traveling for the price of an adult in Singapore GOD

(Context: Tertiary institutions vary according to the transport fares their students need to pay. Students with textbooks sleep deprived eyes and uniforms and caffeine addictions studying for exams shall continue paying the student fare whereas polytechnic students, who apparently are adults who are too young to work yet too old to be considered students learn skills and knowledge that belong to the adult world, deserve the adult fare. So there's that for logic then)


January 19, 2014