Monad: March 2009

Philosophy

[Disposition] ~ "I have learned that the greater part of our misery or unhappiness is determined not by our circumstance but by our disposition." ~ Martha Washington

[Courage] ~ "Most of our obstacles would melt away if, instead of cowering before them, we should make up our minds to walk boldly through them." ~ Orison Swett Marden

[Failure] ~ "Failure happens when we fail to consider the possibility of failure" ~ Goh Keng Swee

[Alternative] ~ "For every failure, there's an alternative course of action. You just have to find it. When you come to a roadblock, take a detour." ~ Mary Kay Ash

[Mindset] ~ "Fear of change is always a brake on progress" ~ Unknown Author

[Perspective] ~ "Since we cannot change reality, let us change the eyes that see reality" ~ Nikos Kazantzakis

Monadiquette

[Service] ~ "It's important to listen to customers, serve them with your heart and a smile."

[Professionalism] ~ "Regardless of rank, remember to treat your colleagues with respect and sensitivity. Everyone has dignity. Always try and put yourself in the other party's shoes."

[Morality] ~ "To become a real first world country, the journey should start within everyone. Nurture the mindset of the people with a righteous sense of morality and continue to build the mental foundation within the people as part of our national drive towards "Moral Excellence"

[Traffic] ~ "Whenever traffic accidents occurs, be prompt and move past the accident scene to avoid causing traffic jams. I believe such simple traffic etiquette goes a long way to show the state of civilisation we are today and everyone can play a part. Be a considerate driver..."