YES. I FINALLY WATCHED IT. FINALLY.
Was on the phone with mum just now. And she asked me a question that kept me thinking. why do you love the movie/ book so much? yes.. and i kept me thinking because i hardly thought of the reason why do i like a movie, but im just some blonde say yea.. i love the movie!!! without any reason. So, its gonna change from now on! Im pretty sure of that.
few points from my thoughts.
1. Emotions.
The emotions reflected from the movie and book are really truly dense indeed. It's not just about sadness and anger. But this book brings out another side of the human emotion. Trying so hard to save your own life in a battlefield where 24 goes in and only 1 comes out. Indeed there are more emotions being reflected here than what i could think of.
2. Originality.
Its undeniable that every book has its own originality. Fortunately, is this one of the first time i read such intense yet full of intrigued novel. Very Very addictive is what i can say.
3. Relationships.
Pls just go get a copy, if you are reluctant too. i can lend you mine. the relationship between Katniss and peeta is just plain urgh! so clingy yet so naive. go read alright
4. Smart.
It's written from the perspective of someone who was smart enough to outsmart an entire government after weeks of tragedy and starvation. which is indeed a slight twist in the story.
and, i wanna thank God for creating Suzanne Collins. If God never create her. i doubt i would even read. lol
So,im gonna read now. Update soon, when there's something interesting.
In His name,
Amanda
Friday, March 30, 2012
Tuesday, March 27, 2012
How to get happy when you are sad?
well, yes i am upset now. maybe its the hormones thing. but yea i will get over it eventually. I know everyone do have their own things to do in their daily life. But is it so hard to have at least ONE friend to be there when you are down? Yes, im talking about "EARTHLY" friends. Maybe im just being petty but yep definitely is the hormones.
And i actually googled How to get happy when you are sad?
So this came out...
1.Call up a friend to talk about it (or to get your mind off it). Your best friends can really give you a boost when you're feeling down. Only call someone you feel you can really communicate with ( called my mum)
2.Watch a funny movie, preferably one that you've already seen and liked. Or, watch a sad one, that will make you think "huh, my life isn't as bad as theirs!! (not working)
3.Eat a good meal. Make something different and delicious, something out of the ordinary. For some people, a good meal can always brighten up a bad mood. ( its just tasty food)
4Exercise. Go for a walk, a jog, or a bike ride. Doing this will make your body release endorphins and adrenaline through your body which will make you feel better physically and emotionally. (forget about it, its freezing out there)
5Be spontaneous. Sometimes a consistent and boring routine can make you feel bad. Do something out of the blue, but don't make any rash decisions. (nah, hormones)
6Paint a picture. Express your feelings with color and shapes. Art is part of life. (lol)
7Think about good memories. If you've lived through them once, than you can definitely have them again. Just because things may seem bad right now doesn't mean that tomorrow they will be. (thanks)
8Take a shower. You will feel happier and refreshed. (frozen)
9Get out of the house! The fresh air will make you feel better. Go somewhere with a friend, a family member, or even by yourself. See a movie, shop, go on a picnic, etc. Staying inside is like trapping yourself inside your depression.
10Listen to music. Don't listen to sad music–try listening to energetic tunes or a song that inspires you or reminds you of good times.
11Have a good cry. Sometimes the sadness stays inside your head if you try to force yourself to be happy. Try to let the tears out at the most appropriate time, mainly the best time when you are alone. Do this, and you might feel more relieved of your sad feelings, as if it "got off your chest".
12Put your feelings into perspective. Is what you're upset about really as important as you think? Did it seem to heavily affect more on yourself than those around you? If you sulk about little problems, like not receiving a perfect grade or spilled milk, then you're going to feel sad a lot more easily. Not all of your problems require you to use your head, especially not ones that are very serious like the loss of a loved one. If you use reason to cheer yourself up, chances are you'll feel a lot less stressed.
13Sometimes taking a nap might make you feel better. Try it and have a good, long nap.
14Journal - Stop dwelling on past hurts, and look to the future. Each day is a new day. Just because you were sad yesterday doesn't mean you have to be sad today. Get a fresh slate. Each person has a good side to them: show yours. Be grateful for what you have; don't worry about what you don't have.
15Instead of writing in a journal, make a list of 100 things that make you happy. It's a challenge, but see if you can do it. Don't think, don't worry about if it's childish or silly, just write it down.
16Before you go to bed, completely clear your mind of everything. This includes school life, grades, friends, family, etc. Dream up your happy place. This will at least leave you falling asleep with a better mood, making your feelings brighter in the morning.
17Listen to certain songs, preferably songs that give you a nice warm, happy feeling.
18Take a long walk to calm you down and to relax
That is so not me now. really.. all those "advices" doesnt seem to work or appeal to me anymore. Im really grateful how God had turn my life 360 degrees. sometimes i think that, those advice are to people who dont know God yet. But! it still might help. just an opinion. advice 1, 9 ,10 might help. definitely not painting for me. i might try doing number 15 someday :)
So now lets pray. God i pray that you will restore my feelings and help me cope with my hormones cause i think that my blood donation is coming up soon(as i always prayed for) and help me to get over petty issues like this for example.
In His love,
Amanda
And i actually googled How to get happy when you are sad?
So this came out...
1.Call up a friend to talk about it (or to get your mind off it). Your best friends can really give you a boost when you're feeling down. Only call someone you feel you can really communicate with ( called my mum)
2.Watch a funny movie, preferably one that you've already seen and liked. Or, watch a sad one, that will make you think "huh, my life isn't as bad as theirs!! (not working)
3.Eat a good meal. Make something different and delicious, something out of the ordinary. For some people, a good meal can always brighten up a bad mood. ( its just tasty food)
4Exercise. Go for a walk, a jog, or a bike ride. Doing this will make your body release endorphins and adrenaline through your body which will make you feel better physically and emotionally. (forget about it, its freezing out there)
5Be spontaneous. Sometimes a consistent and boring routine can make you feel bad. Do something out of the blue, but don't make any rash decisions. (nah, hormones)
6Paint a picture. Express your feelings with color and shapes. Art is part of life. (lol)
7Think about good memories. If you've lived through them once, than you can definitely have them again. Just because things may seem bad right now doesn't mean that tomorrow they will be. (thanks)
8Take a shower. You will feel happier and refreshed. (frozen)
9Get out of the house! The fresh air will make you feel better. Go somewhere with a friend, a family member, or even by yourself. See a movie, shop, go on a picnic, etc. Staying inside is like trapping yourself inside your depression.
10Listen to music. Don't listen to sad music–try listening to energetic tunes or a song that inspires you or reminds you of good times.
11Have a good cry. Sometimes the sadness stays inside your head if you try to force yourself to be happy. Try to let the tears out at the most appropriate time, mainly the best time when you are alone. Do this, and you might feel more relieved of your sad feelings, as if it "got off your chest".
12Put your feelings into perspective. Is what you're upset about really as important as you think? Did it seem to heavily affect more on yourself than those around you? If you sulk about little problems, like not receiving a perfect grade or spilled milk, then you're going to feel sad a lot more easily. Not all of your problems require you to use your head, especially not ones that are very serious like the loss of a loved one. If you use reason to cheer yourself up, chances are you'll feel a lot less stressed.
13Sometimes taking a nap might make you feel better. Try it and have a good, long nap.
14Journal - Stop dwelling on past hurts, and look to the future. Each day is a new day. Just because you were sad yesterday doesn't mean you have to be sad today. Get a fresh slate. Each person has a good side to them: show yours. Be grateful for what you have; don't worry about what you don't have.
15Instead of writing in a journal, make a list of 100 things that make you happy. It's a challenge, but see if you can do it. Don't think, don't worry about if it's childish or silly, just write it down.
16Before you go to bed, completely clear your mind of everything. This includes school life, grades, friends, family, etc. Dream up your happy place. This will at least leave you falling asleep with a better mood, making your feelings brighter in the morning.
17Listen to certain songs, preferably songs that give you a nice warm, happy feeling.
18Take a long walk to calm you down and to relax
That is so not me now. really.. all those "advices" doesnt seem to work or appeal to me anymore. Im really grateful how God had turn my life 360 degrees. sometimes i think that, those advice are to people who dont know God yet. But! it still might help. just an opinion. advice 1, 9 ,10 might help. definitely not painting for me. i might try doing number 15 someday :)
So now lets pray. God i pray that you will restore my feelings and help me cope with my hormones cause i think that my blood donation is coming up soon(as i always prayed for) and help me to get over petty issues like this for example.
In His love,
Amanda
Monday, March 26, 2012
Realizing
i really want to write this so one can understand what i am trying to reflect here.
Last night, i was talking on the phone with chiahsyin. Talking to her makes me realized what i didnt have before and what i didnt know i always had. well, words just came out naturally out of my mouth. and its those kind of words which i didnt know i knew it all along. its just plain english though. so anyway, we talk about God. and about how spiritually strong each of us are. i really felt good after talking to her, this makes me cherish and appreciate God's love and kingdom even more. what else can i ask for?
without Him, i wont be who i am today. i know for myself that i changed a lot. throughout my 18 years of existence(this is my 19th year, lol) i was spiritually dead. i felt alone. so alone.. even with a handful of friends and a happy family back home. i still felt that i am missing something. so i tried to seek the missing puzzle inside me, by having a boyfriend. boyfriends are frustrating, have to spend time on the phone, go out, commitment commitment commitment and TRUST ISSUES. ah well, kinda over the boyfriend thing now. Boyfriend doesnt help you to fulfill the emptiness inside you. maybe some does, but its never the same without God.
without Him, i wont have grew closer to people who i never thought i would before. there's this angel that planted a seed inside me unconsciously. every time, she would tell me her stories about God and the things she been through. and just last Christmas, another angel brought me to church. God nurtured the seed and let it grow. i thank God for this two angels. if i didnt knew them back then, i would still be the oh so miserable vulnerable amanda. and let one guy took control of my world. nah-ah, not happening anymore. Well, no one is flawless. but God will choose that perfect one for you. you will eventually fit together like a perfect match.
without Him, i will live pass every day with loneliness. but with Him, its different! our God is a personal God who we can talk to, to complain to, and to be our best friend. I know you would not understand how all this can happen, so now i wanna say is. His love could only be experienced not explained. i will be looking forward to the day you accept Christ and feel His love abundantly. Even before you know Him, He is already loving us. For He died on cross for our sins. His love and grace is everything i can ask for.
So God, give me the strength to carry on. To continue in this wonderful journey of yours. Help me love others unconditionally. and lead more people to Christ. i wanna be the child that plants seed into each ones heart.
Your child,
Amanda
Last night, i was talking on the phone with chiahsyin. Talking to her makes me realized what i didnt have before and what i didnt know i always had. well, words just came out naturally out of my mouth. and its those kind of words which i didnt know i knew it all along. its just plain english though. so anyway, we talk about God. and about how spiritually strong each of us are. i really felt good after talking to her, this makes me cherish and appreciate God's love and kingdom even more. what else can i ask for?
without Him, i wont be who i am today. i know for myself that i changed a lot. throughout my 18 years of existence(this is my 19th year, lol) i was spiritually dead. i felt alone. so alone.. even with a handful of friends and a happy family back home. i still felt that i am missing something. so i tried to seek the missing puzzle inside me, by having a boyfriend. boyfriends are frustrating, have to spend time on the phone, go out, commitment commitment commitment and TRUST ISSUES. ah well, kinda over the boyfriend thing now. Boyfriend doesnt help you to fulfill the emptiness inside you. maybe some does, but its never the same without God.
without Him, i wont have grew closer to people who i never thought i would before. there's this angel that planted a seed inside me unconsciously. every time, she would tell me her stories about God and the things she been through. and just last Christmas, another angel brought me to church. God nurtured the seed and let it grow. i thank God for this two angels. if i didnt knew them back then, i would still be the oh so miserable vulnerable amanda. and let one guy took control of my world. nah-ah, not happening anymore. Well, no one is flawless. but God will choose that perfect one for you. you will eventually fit together like a perfect match.
without Him, i will live pass every day with loneliness. but with Him, its different! our God is a personal God who we can talk to, to complain to, and to be our best friend. I know you would not understand how all this can happen, so now i wanna say is. His love could only be experienced not explained. i will be looking forward to the day you accept Christ and feel His love abundantly. Even before you know Him, He is already loving us. For He died on cross for our sins. His love and grace is everything i can ask for.
So God, give me the strength to carry on. To continue in this wonderful journey of yours. Help me love others unconditionally. and lead more people to Christ. i wanna be the child that plants seed into each ones heart.
Your child,
Amanda
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