How annoying is it to be an INTJ?

You know how schools like to arrange for profiling tests as post-exam activity? I feel you. Why make us fit into egg trays.

Took the MBTI years ago and recently the report resurfaced because I was in the midst of springcleaning. I took emergenetics before as well, and rather than to compare both tests, I would say they complement each other to help you find ways to improve yourself.

So, the report aside.. Let me tell you more first-hand about INTJ. Actually it is just about being me. (Because the first instinct for INTJ is to doubt the accuracy of such tests that try to fit us into stereotypes, nobody can fit INTJs into anything except us. Get it?)

So growing up was a hell lot of self-exploration because...

1. cannot stand conversing with people who talks slowly

2. why don't they understand what i'm talking about, it's simple things.

3. i don't feel like talking to you. but when i do, you better not do the same to me.

4. me time is more important than together time and none shall disturb

5. i can give you advice, but you better take it. if not, don't ask.

6. the mind is forever on something, thinking about things. i've actually wondered what goes in others' minds, is it the same?

7. the life plan is real. you know i've actually charted out my almost 15 years modest financial plan, and when the salary increment fell short by 2% last year, it felt like my whole life is ruined. (Yes, ruined! Hahaha) nahh but INTJs bounce back and replan.

8. similarly, when i plan to head out with you for a rare gathering (because you must be important to me that i actually agree to attend), and you cancel on me? my whole day is ruined.

9. only like to read fiction books, don't like TV.

10. being weird and like weird things (like recently i'm into sichuan face changing act. so cultural.)

11. Curious. (How did they perform the face changing act? but after knowing the secret, the interest dies down a lil)

12. Don't like to talk to strangers (i could stay in group camp for five days and still not be friends with some mates)

13. But when i talk, i make sure you have to hear the complete tale. 

14. Trust has to be earned, but once on, you have to be ready to hear me out. A lot. But once you are deemed unreliable, sorry that's it.

15. If something happens, i need solution, not deliberation. So don't talk nonsense, anything you have to say, tell me after the problem is solved. And if you can't solve, i will find a way somehow.

16. It takes you three days to work on an essay? Me too. Just that i take 2.5 days to plan, and 0.5 days to write. Planning is everything. That's why better grades. (my flatmates used to say that i always do last minute work and still get good grades. no, even thinking in the head is planning)

17. Needs to look at all the factors before coming to any decision. Therefore, don't appreciate micro-management.

18. Enjoys learning. Learning is everything to me. 

19. Sometimes i wonder how the mind fits in such a lot of information, and when did i acquire those mini bits of info!?

20. Sometimes i forget. I forget to tell you important things because in my mind it has already been classified as logical action. 

But of course being an INTJ, I have my likes on being one too. 

1. Super independent. Even going to Africa alone for the first time wasn't an issue. In fact, just leave it to me.

2. You need work done? I will do it for you as long as you are the one. Because we enjoy work. 

3. I need my sleep. i've figured five hours is enough to keep me functional eventhough more is def better. 

4. We are good at certain things that we are passionate about. Or rather, we make sure we become good. I can go on the whole day about Internet Governance and Social Issues of the Internet. Or about my work.

5. We don't really work just for the sake of working. It has to be of our interest, challenging and have an appreciative environment.

6. I want the logo shifted 1mm to the right means just that. 1mm to the right, no more no less, must do. don't like to play games.

7. Being rational and logical works. Can't deal with emo stuff, absolutely.

8. Not enough. What i'm doing is not enough. How can I do better.

9. Loyalty.

10. Easy on fashion. As long as i like the cutting, i'll just buy the same :) the same tailor has been making my shirts since my first job 😂

Ahh well. Sometimes i attribute my weirdness to being an INTJ, but i know it's just me being weird la! ;) plus im a Libran wahahaa

[Winter Jeju] What to eat in Jeju?!

Just a short food post for today. What's not to miss in Jeju? 

Hallabong? 

Hmmm.. I bought 4 hallabongs for about 10,000w. Obviously I ate one before taking a photo 😂 was super looking forward to tasting hallabongs but turned out to be average tasting to me. Tasted just like a combination of orange and mandarin orange.

But TADAA! What you need to try is black pork BBQ!

Just like the wagyu of pork.

Sizzle sizzle :)

Always tastes better when there's someone to cook for you. HAHA!

[Winter Seoul] Traditional Tea House

Regardless of the season, there is no better time to experience a tea session at any traditional tea houses in Korea.

Personally, i really like the traditional Ssanghwa Cha (双和茶) served in Korean teahouses. It really warms up my body with that strong herby taste completed with hints of jujube and a powerful kickback of licorice. Woohooo~ It is really an acquired taste for Ssanghwa Cha, and nope, I haven't gotten to try them with raw egg yolk. 

However, your best bet at the teahouses will definitely be brewed green tea, jujube tea, mulberry tea or citron tea. Safe choices to boot.

While these teahouses can be found almost anywhere in Seoul, I particularly enjoyed those at Buchon Hanok Village and Insadong because of their rustic charm and superb view.

Don't miss those snacks to go along with your tea too! Some rice puff snacks, sweet cookies or even red bean porridge (patjuk) would be good.

Ps: i love patjuk ;)

[Winter Seoul] #fatahbeng First Ski Experience!

I tried skiing for the first time ever and am absolutely in love with it. I was at Vivaldi Park in Gangwon and it was beginner friendly :) I tried the level 1 and 2 slopes, they were freaking awesome. 

I would so much so much wish to go on annual ski excursions, if i can afford. Sadly, not at the moment.

But it was good while it lasted! I actually woke up the next day thinking woohoo i'm going skiing again today! Only to realise i was already back in Seoul.

I'll definitely be back for more!

【上海冬天】长夜里的邂逅

Was in Shanghai for a night last month, second visit to Shanghai. Little has changed, even the shop that sold me my remote control helicoptor is still there. Only that it has evolved to selling drones.

Walked to the Bund from Nanjing Road as usual, and it was especially soothing. The gentle breeze on your face, well paved roads. Very modernised city.

Spent the night at Renaissance Shanghai Zhongshan Park and it was pretty good. Had a good night sleep! =)

I wish Shanghai has more 'olden day' stuff like heritage architecture. Apart from those vendors selling carved stone stamps and paper cutting art, there really isn't strong sense of 'China' left. But Shanghai being Shanghai, it is good as it is! If tourists wanted a more heritage feel, they'll probably head to Hangzhou instead isn't it?

Alright, random. But I like that "Yao Ju" words on the building. It is so huge, it reminded me of Fook Hai Building in Singapore where Chan Brothers have a really huge logo outside.

Ps: Not a sponsored post.

【北京冬天】继续接地气

Was in Beijing for two nights and very blessed to have my local friends show me around under the Supermoon! Yes, was really fortunate to catch the Supermoon in Beijing, especially clear at the Qian Hai area where I had some delicious Beijing Roast Duck at Quan Ju De =)

To top it off, my friends brought me around to Jie Di Qi (connect to local behaviours). Walked around the university campus, went to Hu Tongs, and immersed ourselves in the trending cafe culture there.

到了北京就是要看看胡同、品尝咖啡文化以及和好友叙旧！一晚实在太短了，我们有好多好多还没聊呢！

你知道什么是羊蝎子吗？我这会儿就知道了！所以说不来胡同如没到北京嘛……

【北京冬天】接地气的一晚

Visit to any countries wouldn't be complete without making a trip to their convenience stores! So on the first night in Beijing, my university mate wanted to bring me out for supper but I was seriously too full for another full meal. Subsequently she wanted to let me try their UberEats and Deliveroo equivalent app but really, no thanks! Quota max.

Went for a short walk around Chaoyang area near my hotel and managed to locate a convenience store. Beer is quite cheap there, like less than SGD$2. But being the #fatahbeng I am, just couldn't settle for less. I just had to try this craft beer from Nanjing which is a Jasmine Tea Lager complete with very contemporary Chinese packaging. Nice.

 

My friend insisted that I take a photo of the beautiful can at somewhere with nicer background but I simply could wait no more. Had to do it right outside the convenience store. 

This can is about SGD$7+, but i thoroughly enjoyed the strong malt flavours backed by a hint of green tea.

My friend called my 小吃货 and insisted that i must try the jian bing from street vendors =) it is about SGD$1 for a big piece of jian bing filled with several ingredients including Chinese crullers, preserved vegetables, seafood sauce, fried crispies, coriander and such.

beer and jian bing goes really well for supper. apparently they eat jian bing for breakfast too! maybe for breakfast you will have to go with soya bean milk?

一手煎饼、一手佳酿，何不为人间乐事？