Albert Herdianto Widjojo
We all know that resting and refreshing, both body and mind are important. We also know that it can be done anywhere, but the different atmosphere or something completely new, of course, more fun, not only to get a change of atmosphere but also make it easier for us to get out of boredom on the same things we see all time.
The hassle is if after we spend all the expenses; thought, money and energy for a vacation but not pleasure and freshness but rather a new problem.
The photo above is the view of a tea plantation in Puncak – Bogor, West Java, not far from the workshop location of a company that has presented me as the speaker in the event a few days ago. From this location, I vaguely heard an argument. For I was cool to enjoy the fresh air while photographing the beauty that exists, then I really did not pay attention to the debate, until I saw a young woman walking passed quickly behind me. Moments later a man ran after her. Then their quarrel continues again. Feeling reluctant to listen to the quarrel I moved away from them. The last few sentences in a high tone I heard were;
“I am so disappointed and regret has gone here with you”
“Me too! Do you think I don’t regret it?”
That’s how it is. We can go anywhere to relax and take vacations, but because we carry our thought and feelings wherever we go, or rather – the mind has taken us wherever the mind wills, then, no matter how far we go, as beautiful as any place we visit, all those have no meaning but add to fatigue and tension.
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How true this is. My one and only trip to Europe to meet Hubby’s family in Germany and what was then Yugoslavia occurred when I was emotionally very distracted. It did detract from my enjoyment.
Yes, Barbara. Bad emotional experience is often the cause of lack of comfort or enjoyment in traveling.
Whenever I hear strangers arguing I always imagine the reason and make-up a story in my mind.
An interesting habit. I am sure you are very imaginative, TZ.
When my mind wonders to ter past of pains I tell it to go away because it will serve no purpose, then I feel better, and the day is brighter.
The mind is naughty and often drive us to see the wrong scenery, but if awareness awakes we can lead the mind toward a useful thing.
Yes, we must put our minds at rest, block out the chaos and confusion. That is the way to peace, I am finding.
For our own goodness, our peace, and our own happiness, right?
Absolutely. I know what happens when you don’t do this. It is not a good place to be.
Relaxing, calm, clear, and enjoying is a step forward on the path of happiness.
Ah, I wished you listened … then probably you would post a gossipy post …
lol…
*But I probably shouldn’t place my KPO attitude on you* :p
Actually, I want to listen to it carefully, but because the woman is beautiful, and you already know how my face is, I’m afraid that man prejudiced that I was another boyfriend of his girlfriend, just because I happen to be there.
Ah… at this time, your camera, earphones can be a very good prop…
hahaha…
OMG… You’re right! Why didn’t I realize it at the time? I should be able to make the most of it, right?
Hmmm… but, maybe it is my angel’s side just didn’t want it.
I guess that’s probably the reason… haha
You know all of my middle name, right? Hahaha…
What a lovely way to spend the day and a beautiful tea plantation.
Traveling and spending the time to enjoy the natural beauty is always fun, well, it should be, right?
Thank you, Pamela.