Thoughts

Di banyak organisasi sosial dan komunitas pendidikan, kata “pengabdian” sering banget diangkat sebagai nilai utama. Kesan yang muncul itu positif, penuh semangat kebaikan, dan bikin kita pengen ikut terlibat. Tapi kenyataannya, kata ini juga sering dipakai buat nutupin sesuatu yang gak sehat, yaitu kerja keras tanpa penghargaan yang layak.

So here’s something that’s been bugging me for a while. I grew up in Indonesia, and like many of us, I got used to events nwver starting on time. Family gatherings, meetings, hangouts with friends, there’s almost always a delay.

Small talk is a common social practice that helps us break the ice, connect with others, and create a sense of familiarity. It serves as a tool to establish deeper conversation, especially in social settings or when meeting new people.

Have you ever bought cheap things, but the goods did not last long, then it becomes easily damaged and eventually you have to buy new things again? I’ve been there, done that.