Yume's 2013: Year End Special

2013 is coming to an end and...so here's a wrap up of my year.

I STARTED WORKING AS A TUTOR
It's the first time I've done it. I've been teaching grade school to high school students since June this year. And... honestly there's a lot I need to work on, but that's what the training is for. If I were to grade myself for tutoring... I'm giving an 80%. Haha. Most points deducted due to my amazing rapport / people skills (I am not a people-oriented person) and occasionally being late.

People from my work place, from my bosses, seniors and co-workers are all warmhearted people. I really enjoy teaching children, getting to review the old and forgotten lessons of the horrible past called elementary and high school which I've slept through, the free food, kindness and the training for free so we could improve as teachers. Remind me to train myself for touch mathematics ><

I TOOK THE TOPIK AND FAILED.
And for that reason, I've prepared a lot of study materials so I'd somehow get a decent score on the next TOPIK next April. However, I haven't gone through everything yet.

I CONFESSED MY FEELINGS.
I never thought I'd do such a thing, it was supposed to be anonymous, sadly it ended up with me giving in, him sort of finding out who I was--- upside's we got to chat a few times. No matter how tense I am each time, I really enjoy chatting with him. If only we knew each other in person, I think we could have been friends.

I DID SOMETHING WORSE THAN CONFESSING.
Details of which I shall not say but it's been bothering me for the past few days haha. Until that day comes, I'll probably think slash worry about it from time to time.

I USED THE MALE'S RESTROOM TWICE.
One was during a field trip as advised by our professors, second was...purely accidental. I mistook the drawing for a female stick person and went in without seeing the male urinal. HAHAHA. I vowed not to enter that mall for some time, in case the janitor sees me.

I EARNED A NEW FRIEND.
Since I stayed in a dormitory during the first sem, I got to bond with new people. One of them was someone I never thought I'd ever be friends with. She...ended up going back to her hometown. But if it weren't for everything else, we wouldn't have been friends. I believe that...all these college problems are a part of God's plan. Whatever that might be.

I'M BACK HOME.
Long story. I don't know how it'll turn out but.... yeah. God's will be done.

I GOT AN UKULELE!
Dad bought me one this month. I can play a part of "Somewhere Over the Rainbow". It's my first time playing a stringed instrument that requires strumming.

I BECAME A FAN OF B.A.P
Yes, that's very significant. It was probably around January when this all started.

I SAW LINDSEY STIRLING IN PERSON.
I even got my CD signed but I was too speechless! She's so awesome! It was a free "concert" too. It was soooo worth it going all the way to Alabang. I did walk from Pasay to PGH with my legs soaked by the flood but IT WAS JUST AWESOME.

There's probably more but... I'm lazy so, let's jump to my "New Year's Resolution"

YUME'S NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTION
1. Study Korean.
2. Study Chinese.
3. Rapport! Come up with a decent introduction.
4. Review old and forgotten lessons from high school.
5. Learn a piece or more for piano.
6. EXERCISE REGULARLY. Ugh. or plank.
7. Practice drawing.
8. Be a lil bit formal? Nah.

Too lazy to finish that properly. Mom's here. Bye.

16 Personality Type

Extroverted (E) 

Expressive, outgoing, prefer group activities, eager to speak their minds, more comfortable when around other people than when alone, get energized by social interaction

Introverted (I) 

Reserved, listen carefully, prefer solitary activities, more comfortable when alone than when around other people, get exhausted by social interaction

Intuitive (N) 

Introspective, rely on their imagination, absorbed in ideas, focus on what might happen

Sensing (S) 

Observant, rely on their senses, absorbed in practical matters, focus on what has happened

Thinking (T) 

Tough, follow their minds, suppress feelings, focus on objectivity and rationality

Feeling (F) 

Sensitive, follow their hearts, keep feelings close to the surface, focus on harmony and cooperation

Judging (J) 

Decisive, prefer clear rules and guidelines, eager to commit, see deadlines as sacred, seek closure

Prospecting (P) 

Probing, prefer keeping their options open, reluctant to commit, relaxed about their work, seek freedom

take the personality test here: http://www.16personalities.com/
see the personality types here: http://www.16personalities.com/type-descriptions

tumblr blog on 16 personality types: http://thesixteentypes.tumblr.com/

ISFJ Personality Type: Support Class

Took another personality test and this is what I got.

The ISFJ personality type is perhaps the most altruistic and supportive of all types. ISFJs rarely sit idle – there is always a worthy cause awaiting their attention. Most personalities are quite willing to reciprocate when it comes to good deeds; however, ISFJs take that to a higher level, often going above and beyond what is actually expected of them. People belonging to this type thrive in areas that are both traditional (they are SJs, after all) and involve a lot of activities where their input could make a huge positive difference. Many ISFJs seek careers in the academic sector, medicine, social work or counselling; their personality traits also shine in administrative or clerical roles, or even in somewhat unexpected fields such as interior design.


One of the hurdles that ISFJ personalities are likely to encounter in the professional environment is that it is quite difficult for an ISFJ to “advertise” their achievements. People with this personality type are prone to understating them, which leads to lack of recognition, missed promotions and various misunderstandings. ISFJs should not shy away from revealing how much they have done – not only this would prevent stressful situations, but the ISFJ would become more confident in their abilities and personality traits. It is not sufficient to simply know that you have done a great job – ISFJs also need to feel appreciated in order to remain enthusiastic. The fact that this personality type tends to be less visible than others does not help in such situations either.


ISFJs should also pay more attention to their workload and not hesitate to voice their concerns if it becomes unbearable. ISFJs tend to overload themselves with work, but their kindness is abused just as often as it is respected. As a cynic would say, everyone is secretly an egoist – and the ISFJ personality is the perfect target for those who do not hesitate to use other people for their own gain. ISFJs are extraordinarily loyal, committed and patient – they should make sure that these traits do not expose them to exploitation.


People with the ISFJ personality type often have very good memory and exceptional imagination. These traits can manifest themselves in a variety of ways. For instance, an ISFJ can easily notice discrepancies in someone’s story when the person repeats it again after a long period of time; ISFJs also find it very easy to choose the right gifts for persons they know well; finally, they may have no difficulties whatsoever making and maintaining personal and professional connections simply because they remember so many details about other people’s lives and habits – a very unusual trait for an introvert.


I would like to expand on the last point a bit – even though most ISFJ personalities rarely have any difficulties fitting in and making new friends in the professional environment, they are unlikely to use those connections to advance to managerial roles. ISFJs function best when they work in a close-knit team, when there is no tension between the management and the employees. Some ISFJs even go as far as seeing all their colleagues as semi-personal friends and behaving accordingly. For instance, if an old colleague moves to another department, the ISFJ will definitely consider following their example.


Kirsten Dunst ISFJ People with this type are known for their meticulousness, patience, reliability and analytical skills. This is quite an unusual combination given that this is a Feeling (F) type, but this is exactly what makes ISFJs so effective. They are unlikely to offer or embrace completely new and radical ideas, or lead a team towards some big goal, but their determination and passion more than make up for it. ISFJs tend to be very traditional and can be expected to defend existing norms and procedures – however, they are not blinded by this and are generally open to change, provided that the new approach does not contradict their inner values and principles.


Despite their effectiveness in the workplace, ISFJs will always put their family first. They will embrace the idea that family members are the most important people in their environment and act accordingly, paying a lot of attention to their needs and desires, surprising them with gifts and offering emotional or practical support when it is needed.


That being said, ISFJ personalities should be aware of their tendency to overdo things, especially in the family environment. As ISFJs always try hard to exceed others’ expectations (especially when they are not sure what those expectations might be), their attention can be somewhat overbearing. Many personality types, especially more independent ones, are likely to get annoyed by this after a while. Furthermore, some personalities are naturally less sensitive compared to ISFJs – their reaction to that care and attention may differ from what the ISFJ would expect. This should not be taken personally – every type is unique and what is pleasant for an ISFJ may not feel natural for someone else.

taken from: http://www.16personalities.com/isfj-personality

take the free personality test here: http://www.16personalities.com/

INFJ Personality Type: Seemingly Extroverted Introverts

The INFJ type is believed to be VERY RARE (less than 1 percent of the population) and it has an unusual set of traits. Even though their presence can be described as VERY QUIET, INFJ personalities usually have MANY STRONG OPINIONS, especially when it comes to issues they consider really important in life. If an INFJ is fighting for something, this is because they believe in the idea itself, not because of some selfish reasons.

INFJ personalities are drawn towards HELPING THOSE IN NEED – they may rush to the place of a major disaster, participate in rescue efforts, do charity work etc. INFJs see this as their duty and their purpose in life – people with this personality type firmly believe that nothing else would help the world as much as getting rid of all the tyrants. Karma and similar concepts are very attractive to INFJs.

These tendencies are also strengthened by the fact that INFJ personalities have a unique combination of IDEALISM AND DECISIVENESS – this means that their creativity and imagination can be directed towards a specific goal. Few other personality types have this trait and this is one of the most important reasons why many INFJs are able to eventually realize their dreams and make a lasting positive impact.

INFJs are MASTERS OF WRITTEN COMMUNICATION, with a distinctively smooth and warm language. In addition, the sensitivity of INFJs allows them to connect to others quite easily. Their easy and pleasant communication can often mislead bystanders, who might think that the INFJ is actually an extrovert.

INFJs should be careful to avoid “overheating” as their zeal and determination can sometimes get out of hand. As introverts, INFJs need to have some “alone time” every once in a while or otherwise their internal energy reserves will get depleted really quickly. If this happens, the INFJ may surprise everybody around them by withdrawing from all their activities for a while – and since other people usually see INFJs as extroverts, this can leave them both surprised and concerned.

INFJs take great care of other people’s feelings and expect others to return the favor. Unsurprisingly, people with this personality type are very sensitive and vulnerable to conflicts – even the most rational INFJs may find it quite difficult to not take criticism personally. This is the INFJ’s Achilles’ heel – if someone with an INFJ personality cannot escape the conflict, they will do their best to deal with it head on, but this will result in a lot of stress and may also potentially lead to health problems or highly irrational behavior.

taken from: http://www.16personalities.com/mobile/infj-personality.html

take the personality test here: http://www.16personalities.com/

D-26: TTMIK's Curriculum

Learn Korean one step at a time at TalktoMeinKorean.com
Here's the curriculum of all lessons at TTMIK.

D-26
I'm not really studying right now. Tonight I've decided to make a list of the curriculum at TTMIK and mark the ones that I should study first, verb endings / linking verbs that I've always wanted to learn, familiar verb endings that I haven't seen in the past few levels I've explored.

I met 2 people online, one on twitter and one on facebook who study Korean. The first one has only been studying for around 6 months. He knew how to say a lot of things but he lacked vocabulary and his spelling was terrible. The second one has been studying Korean for 2 years. She uses 존댓말. 그 여자가 TTMIK에서 공부하는지 몰라요. I don't know if she studies at TTMIK but her sentences are better than mine. She uses a lot of words too, so I could see that her vocabulary is better than mine.

Meanwhile I started lazily learning Korean since... 2010. I think I started learning around... July or August when my friends who knew hangul inspired me to learn hangul as well. I learned basic expressions at livemocha but I've forgotten when I started studying at TTMIK. My Korean which was barely anything improved a lot when I started studying at TTMIK. So I could say it's been 3 years including the time I started learning hangul.

I know how to improve my Korean. It's just that... I need more time. The TOPIK next year would be held next April. I only have around 4 months to prepare. 초급 중급 둘 다 하고 싶어요. I want to take both the elementary and intermediate level. For that I need to study almost all available lessons at TTMIK, practice past TOPIK exams, familiarize and memorize 5000-6000 Korean words, practice practice and practice.

If that twitter guy learned that much Korean in 6 months, I should also be able to do just that. My goal is to surpass those two people and pass the TOPIK. 중급 하면합격하는지 잘 모르겠는데 매일 한국어를 공부할게요.

My goal for the rest of December is to learn grammar, familiarize myself with the vocabulary and practice. On January, I'll start studying all the past 중급 토픽 that I've printed out.

그리고 한국어로 생각하는 것 곧 익숙해야 돼요.

The Heirs: A Must Watch or Not?

Everyone waited for the release of The Heirs. Although I promised myself that I won't watch it since it'd be mainstream, because of Kim Woo Bin, I decided to watch it.

[SPOILERS, maybe]

I think "Heirs" is wasting too much time on slowmo's of Kim Tan and Eun Sang. I don't even look at the screen when they're having a slowmo moment or whatever. I think Young Do is a better pair for Eun Sang---but Eun Sang doesn't deserve him--he's too cute for her when he's in love. And then there's Bo Na and Chan Young--the cutest annoying clingy couple of the year, Kim Tan's mother and Eun Sang's mother...Myung Soo too. If it weren't for them I wouldn't last 'til episode 16. = v = I don't feel a thing when Kim Tan or Eun Sang cries.

So you might ask, is it a must watch? In my opinion, not so much. Unless you're a big fan of any of the cast.

TWO REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD NOT WATCH THE HEIRS:

1. Kim Tan and Eun Sang's love story develops too fast.
In my opinion, the development of Young Do's feelings towards Eun Sang is more natural and has more potential. Also, Kim Tan does everything just 'cause he feels like it. They also have a lot of slowmo's together, staring, walking--it's a waste of time. Also, Young Do saw Eun Sang first. I think it's really weird, also Young Do's reactions are interesting when he's showing his affection. He's so cute when he's in love.

2. The cuts after each episode are boring.
When I watched School 2013, I couldn't stop after the episode finished because of cliffhangers. After each problem was solved, another would appear before the episode ends so it's impossible to not want to watch the next episode ASAP. Meanwhile, each episode of Heirs end at a dull time, the "falling action" of each episode which is really... discouraging. As if Kim Tan and Eun Sang's love story wasn't boring enough.

3. Bo Na's English is better than Rachel/Rael's
Everyone's English is terrible---except for Krystal / Lee Bo Na, her English is awesome and she should at least have been placed in a higher ranking family. Does it make sense that Rachel / Rael knew how to use English since she was 8 or 10 but Bo Na speaks better than her? At first I thought "Rachel/Rael"'s English was good when she said "open the door" in Episode 1, but I was wrong. Her English isn't that good.

The people in Jeguk High also spoke in English but oh my glob they were terrible. No one matched Bo Na's English at all. Bo Na is awesome.

REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD WATCH IT
1. Choi Young Do
He's annoying. He has issues, BUT: he is so cute when he's in love. His sense of humor is also good. Also his theme song is badass.
2.Kim Tan's Mother and Eun Sang's Mother
At first, Kim Tan's mother was annoying---since she was always drinking and bullying Eun Sang's mother. But as you watch, you'd realize that she's an amusing person to watch haha! Kim Tan's mother and Eun Sang's mother and their bond is special.
3. Lee Bon Na and Yoon Chan Young
Bo Na's a clingy girlfriend. Chan Young is the tolerant boyfriend who finds everything that Bo Na does cute. They're so cute when they're together. So annoyingly cute.
4. Myungsoo (not the one from infinite)
He's always with his camera and he's always being funny.There was this episode when he called Young Do "oppa" because he said he was the youngest daughter of the family.
5. Kim Tan and his Hyung
I can't wait to see them make-up.
6. Eun Sang's Mother and her sign language

5 Reasons Why I'm Allergic to Girls

I'm a girl but I have a confession to make: I can't stand girls---not all girls--just most girls who act like... "girls". 

REASON #1: "Girls" only see cute/handsome/hot guys
When a group of girls enter a room or a place, one of them immediately scans the room for cute/handsome/hot guys. once one spots a guy like that, that girl will whisper and giggle to her friends. "Hey look! That guy over there in a blue shirt is cute, right?!" "Hottie alert!" They will say something pretty much along those lines. And they will disrupt the silence of the place whispering about that guy, wondering what his name is, if he has a girlfriend etc. They will not notice anyone else.

Perhaps, their Mr. Right is just next to them, sitting or standing silently, but they will never know.

REASON #2 "Girls" talk too much about fashion, clothes, and more stupid things like make-up.

Long hours of their pathetic girl lives are spent on talking about the new make-up they saw at the mall, about the lip gloss their friend/fiend is wearing, the clothes on sale, new shoes and so on. When one of these girls buy a new blouse or bag, the other girls will go coo over it endlessly, spending an unnecessary amount of time making a fuss over a stupid bag/shirt/shoe.

While they are busy dolling up and thinking of ways to look fashionable, God knows what useful things their brains actually have for them to survive life.

REASON #3 "Girls" sometimes talk about their delusions way too much.

Anyway, whether the met their crush's eyes by accident, it's sure that they'd be assuming a whole lot of things and imagining all scenarios that leads to a beautiful daydream of them marrying their crush and having children. The sad thing is that, they have to tell their friends about that. And of course their friends would fuel that up. 

I just think it's unhealthy. Especially when they let other people hear their pathetic conversation and shrill giggles.

REASON #4 "Girls" don't really talk to girls who aren't like them.

Probably because other than their delusions and obsession about boys, fashion and make-up... they don't know anything else and would probably be useless in an intellectual, worthwhile talk.

They won't really talk to people who aren't dressed like them and so they have no chance to redeem themselves from the way I am thinking of them right now.

REASON#5 "Girls" get frustrated from not being in a relationship.

And all they can think of is getting into a relationship. Oh please. 

Of course there I guys who are like this too.

Girls and guys alike who think this way needs bad scolding. Being in a relationship means loving a person and not doing a show-and-tell that you have a girlfriend/boyfriend. Being single doesn't mean you're ugly and unlikable. So please stop posting selfies with oh-so-dramatic captions of you on facebook at a rate of 100 selfies per day because that's not going to get you a boyfriend. 

Improve yourself before you get into a relationship. Think about what you want to have in life.

Sadly, most girls wouldn't take this advice and brand me as "serious" and old-fashioned. They will also continue doing all the girl things they do and annoy the frog out of me.