Happy Friday everyone!
This week’s fortune encourages you to offer that helping hand, hold the door open for a stranger, and to lend an ear to a friend in need. After all, sometimes in life we get caught up in our own lives that we forget the importance of giving to others. Sure, we may do favors and help out our pals here and there, but to really do an act of kindness is often overlooked. Take note and try giving first, without expecting anything in return.
Oftentimes when we give to others, we inadvertently help ourselves. See what happens the next time you hold a door open for a stranger. The surprised smile that sweeps across their face could put you in a cheery mood. Keep that positive energy in your mind and soul. Positivity is contagious and can be a great mood and outlook enhancer. With that pleasant attitude, you never know what you can accomplish!
Here’s to spreading smiles and merry vibes this weekend!
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Fortune Fridays
Generasian is excited to announce our new weekly segment, courtesy of the fortune cookies from NYU Kimmel’s Stir-Fry station. Every week a different fortune will be posted to offer wise insight, help you see things in a new light, and of course, to teach you a Chinese word and inform you of your lucky numbers!
Given the beautiful weather we had today, it is appropriate that this week’s fortune is:
Try heading outdoors this weekend and breathe in the fresh air and soak up some sunshine! Your mind, body, and spirit will thank you. Perhaps the outdoors can help you relieve stress, inspire you to write more, reconnect with your friends or just help you appreciate the little things in life. So stroll to a park and get your nature-fix.
Great things await you outside!
Happy Friday everyone!
This week’s fortune points out the undeniable fact that sometimes in life we just have to jump in and learn as we go along. There are limits as to what we can prepare ourselves for. But sometimes going into something without knowing exactly what will happen can bring out delightful changes and lessons!
Perhaps you have just started working at a new company or are taking a course that is not related to your major. It could be that the common procedures in the office place are still baffling to you. Or maybe you are a math-person and you still can’t fully wrap your mind around Descartes’ logic in “cogito ergo sum.” Remember, there is always a learning curve and to not be discouraged! Over time, you will begin to hone the necessary skills and the basic tasks will become second nature to you.
Take solace in the fact that making mistakes is central in learning. The more catastrophic the mistake, the more the lesson will stick with you! So even if you’re still making fumbling attempts, just stick with it and remember that with time, you will improve!
Here’s to learning new things and swimming in uncharted waters!
Happy Friday everyone!
This week’s fortune points out how sometimes it is better if we close our mouths and open our ears more often. It is easy to get caught up in telling people how to better themselves. Pointing out flaws, areas of improvement, and the now seemingly predictable mistakes are easy for those observing. Undoubtedly, preaching can serve as an ego-boosting outlet for some.
But how helpful is it really? Take note of this week’s fortune and listen to advice instead of give it. You may start to notice how many different viewpoints you’ve overlooked. Hearing advice come from another walk of life can serve as a startling realization of how little we know and how much there is left to experience.
The next time you’re about to impart some guidance, try posing a question and soak up some suggestions instead!
Have a reticent weekend everyone!
Happy Friday everyone!
I hope you are all done with or at least checking off your midterms one by one! In midst of your stern studious trips to Bobst and caffeine-induced highs, if you take a moment to peek over your textbook, you’ll notice something. I’m not talking about the student meandering about looking for an empty seat. Or the pile of handouts waiting to be reviewed. Seated right next to you is your study buddy, your comrade, your accomplice, or put simply, your friend.
Oftentimes when our schedules get crammed and we have our own agenda to follow, we take for granted and overlook the ties that keep us healthy, strong, and happy. When reflecting on your day, take note of how you prioritize your time with your pals. Keep them high up on your list and take a breather every now and then to appreciate them.
Here’s to all your future adventures with your buddies!
Happy Friday everyone!
This week, our fortune nudges you to take ownership of your efforts and to have assurance in yourself. Confidence provides the kick to get us going, the faith to persevere, and the fearlessness to snatch the opportunity when it finally arises. Whether you’re a discouraged self-proclaimed chef dispirited by your unappetizing carrot cake, or an aspiring veterinarian who still can’t overcome giving shots to squirming animals, remember to be certain in yourself.
Mishaps happen, but the situation can be amended. You can still be a beginner, but the necessary skills can be learned and sharpened. But if you don’t possess the certainty of success, you lack the critical drive to help see your dreams through.
Be the chef who rightfully earned your skills through under-cooked poultry and overly-flavored pastries. Your now acclaimed carrot cake will taste that much sweeter.
Have a tenacious weekend everyone!
Happy Friday everyone!
This week’s fortune encourages you to get out there and find yourself—but rather than focusing on your own passions and interests, it insists that you shift your attention to others. Oftentimes we get caught up in trying to think about what exactly it is that we want to do. In those moments, we may neglect our surroundings, in other words, the close family and friends who are there for us. Although we have our primary objective of finding our calling, it is a good idea to let ourselves drift away from this goal and instead lend a helping hand. When we help others, we learn to see things from another walk of life and what the word empathy really means.
Walking in another person’s shoes, whether they be sneakers or stilettos, will permit us to visualize and, ideally, experience a new way of facing the world. So the next time you’re too caught up finding yourself, take a few steps back and help out a friend in need! You will soon find that by helping others, you will be helping yourself!
Here’s to finding yourself by losing yourself!
Happy (Black) Friday everyone!
With the hectic Black Friday shopping trips, the upcoming final exams, and the delayed flights, stress is inevitably in your future! To keep calm and stay in control, take note of this week’s fortune the next time you’re in a quibble.
When stress levels are at its peak and the list of things to do seem endless, people become more crabby and easily irritated. While others may start to raise their voices or use sarcastic tones, remember to choose your battles and know when to argue. Sometimes there are moments when adopting a pacifist outlook is the best approach. This is indeed true if you are about to engage in a dispute with someone who knows little self-control. In such moments, take deep breaths, remind yourself that this will soon pass, and go about with your business.
Thank yourself for your self-restraint. By deciding not to argue with a fool, you have just saved yourself much time and energy. Now, off to more important matters!
Good luck with the rest of your semester! Winter break is almost here!
Have a peaceful weekend everyone!
Happy Friday everyone!
This week’s fortune urges you to slow down and acknowledge how there is no such thing as a mundane moment. Rather, we are overlooking the special and uncommon layers in every occasion. Within these overlooked times, there are whispers of details, subtle shades, and hidden quirks just waiting to be noticed. And sometimes, just tending to such fine points can make all of the difference.
So the next time you are strolling down your usual path to class, take a look around and fully process the particular red color of the building, how the brisk wind feels against your face, and how friendly the newsstand man is to you. You never know what particularities you’ll pick up!
Here’s to a fully aware weekend!
Happy Friday everyone!
As we are more than half way done with this semester, perhaps it is a time for some reflection on what we can accomplish before the fall semester and the year 2013 come to an end.
This week’s fortune encourages taking action, pointing out the critical factor of confidence to initially engage in significant endeavors. Picking up that dusty tennis racket again, opening up your chemistry textbook, and washing out your old paintbrushes to dab into fresh paint. All of these actions are a lot harder if you are overly self-critical and discouraging. By being your own cheerleader, you will carry on through the tough initial days until your efforts finally take shape.
Deciding that today is the day that you will not just put in the effort, but take action is always the hardest step. But with confidence that you will accomplish what you set your mind to, you will be well on your way to making it a reality!
Last year’s resolutions can still come true if you work up the confidence to undertake the challenge!
Here’s to a strong-willed weekend!
Grammy 2018 Nominations: Why We Should Be Happy and Also Weary
So, the 60th Annual Grammy Nominations were announced yesterday morning, and somehow it left me with more mixed emotions than I’ve felt in a long time. On the one hand, we have many reasons to celebrate this year–the 2018 list of nominees is the most diverse group in all of Grammy history, especially when it comes to Black and LGBTQIA inclusion. Jay-Z, Childish Gambino, Kendrick Lamar, and more were all (deservedly) nominated for record of the year. Kesha and Lady Gaga were both nominated for two Grammys each, and out songwriter Justin Tranter was nominated for his first award as well.
When it comes to inclusion in the entertainment industry, we’ve come a long way, and these nominees are just one example of that. Unfortunately, this progress has not been reflected within the Asian American community, as you can clearly see by the lack of Asian nominees for the 2018 Grammys. I can’t say I’m surprised, considering there aren’t really any huge Asian American names in the music industry. But it’s not because we’re not trying–it’s because those who run the system aren’t listening. This year I got the chance to discover Alice Gao, Niki Zefanya, Yaeji, and several other incredible Asian artists whose music deserves recognition–but none of them are getting the attention they deserve.
While Grammy nomination entries can by submitted by any artists/record companies with commercially released music, all submissions are reviewed by a group of over 350 experts in the fields of jazz, R&B, rock, classical, new age, and more. These experts within the Academy go through several rounds of screening, being advised to vote in up to 15 categories in their areas of expertise as well as the 4 general categories (Record of The Year, Album of the Year, Song of The Year, and Best New Artist). Unfortunately, if you are a lesser known artist in the US (aka most Asian American artists) signed to a label with more well known artists, your label will most likely submit their song/album to be considered for Grammy nomination over yours. At the end of the day, it’s pretty much a self fulfilling prophesy. Since Asian American artists are almost never well known enough to qualify for the final rounds of nomination, their work is not often submitted. As a result, Asian Americans are continuously left out of the mainstream. The whole thing is a cycle that seems to have no end.
Don’t get me wrong, I believe we should celebrate the victories we achieve, but I’m honestly so tired of writing and complaining about Asian American representation. You guys have heard it all before and I’m not here to preach the same message all over again, but my soul is tired y’all. While we should celebrate and cheer on our fellow POC, let’s remember that the entertainment industry is still far, far, from being the all inclusive community that we so desperately need.