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The Message of Hope and Determination
I stumbled upon the song “Lompatlah di Sini” by chance and was immediately struck by its powerful lyrics. As I listened, I couldn’t help but reflect on my own journey and the obstacles. The message of perseverance and determination resonated with me, reminding me of a particularly challenging time in my life when I was faced with a difficult decision. Indeed, as we journey through life, it’s not uncommon to encounter roadblocks and obstacles along the way. It’s easy to get discouraged and want to give up when things don’t go as planned. However, the song “Lompatlah di Sini” by JKT48 inspires us to keep pushing forward and pursuing our…
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Uncovering The Truth of Quiet Quitting in The “Do Not Dream of Labour” Gen
Quiet quitting is a phenomenon where employees disengage from their work and stop participating in company activities before leaving without giving any formal notice. In today’s fast-paced and ever-changing job market, this type of behavior is becoming more common. The phenomenon is often observed among younger workers who may feel more empowered to leave a job that doesn’t meet their expectations. They may not express their dissatisfaction with their job or their intent to leave, which can be difficult for companies to detect and prevent. This can lead to losing valuable employees and the need to find and train replacements. In many cases, employees who engage in quiet quitting have…
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The Cost of Being Honest in A Corrupt Society
Being honest in a corrupt society can be a challenging and costly mission. From my personal experience, speaking the truth can often lead to backlash and ostracism from those who are content with the status quo. I remember an incident from my past experience when I was involved in a community project under a leader who abused his power for his own personal gain. It was a community project that was supposed to help the less fortunate, but the leader used it as an opportunity to build his own dynasty. Despite my discomfort with the situation, I felt pressure to stay silent and go along with the actions of my colleagues.…
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How to Rebuild Your Life After a Breakup: Thrive on Your Own
It is never easy to be alone after a breakup. The agony of losing someone you care about may be overwhelming, and it might be difficult to imagine a future without them by your side. Despite the grief and heartbreaks, you can live and even grow on your own. Here are some ideas, from my own personal experiences, to help you get through this difficult phase and rebuild your life as a strong, independent individual. Take time to grieve It’s important to allow yourself the space and time to process your emotions and come to terms with the breakup. It’s okay to cry, to be angry, to feel lost.…
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Solusi Transportasi Mudah dan Murah di Jakarta
Beberapa teman terkecoh saat pertama kali membaca judul artikel sebelumnya (Baca juga: Life is Annoyingly Unfair). Kegelisahan serta keresahan atas artikel sebelumnya sejujurnya bukan mengenai kehidupan pribadi saya, bukan, melainkan keluh kesah saya atas sistem tata kota dan transportasi di Jakarta. Artikel khusus mengenai perjuangan saya dengan buah kegagalan yang mungkin dimaksud teman-teman (mungkin) akan saya bahas di artikel terpisah, Insyaallah. Sebagai perantau di Jakarta, mengandalkan hidup 100% terhadap transportasi publik tidaklah tepat. Ketersediaan hunian yang terjangkau jaringan transportasi publik masih terbatas jumlahnya. Bahkan, kalaupun ada, tarifnya dapat dipastikan menengah ke atas, tepatnya di rentang 1,5-2,5 juta per bulannya. Minus lainnya, biasanya tak jauh dari lingkungan yang tidak kondusif, hingga…
My Life in a Nutshell
