You’ll always have me, I promise.
Even if the world will go against us.
You'll always have me.
Even if distance separates us.
You'll always have me.
Even if we don't communicate often.
You'll always have me.
And even if, my heart is partially filled with disappointment for not being with you everyday, you'll always have me.
I once wrote:
Be that Everest high, be it Niagara Falls -
Till death passes over me,
I'll always be your friend.
Remember, I ❤️ you.
الَّذِي خَلَقَنِي فَهُوَ يَهْدِينِ۞ وَالَّذِي هُوَ يُطْعِمُنِي وَيَسْقِينِ۞ وَإِذَا مَرِضْتُ فَهُوَ يَشْفِينِ۞ وَالَّذِي يُمِيتُنِي ثُمَّ يُحْيِينِ۞ وَالَّذِي أَطْمَعُ أَن يَغْفِرَ لِي خَطِيئَتِي يَوْمَ الدِّينِ۞ رَبِّ هَبْ لِي حُكْمًا وَأَلْحِقْنِي بِالصَّالِحِينَ
Anwar Ibrahim, the current Prime Minister of Malaysia, exhibits several qualities of a servant leader, particularly in his governance philosophy, actions, and statements that emphasize humility, service, and inclusivity. Here's an evaluation of whether and how Anwar Ibrahim embodies the principles of servant leadership:
Empathy:
Listening:
Healing:
Awareness:
Stewardship:
Commitment to Growth:
Building Community:
Living Humbly:
Fighting Corruption:
Economic Inclusivity:
Advocating for Justice:
Unity Over Division:
While Anwar exhibits many servant leadership traits, there are challenges and criticisms that could impact the perception of his leadership:
Political Pressures:
Public Expectation vs. Execution:
Navigating Economic Realities:
Anwar Ibrahim demonstrates many characteristics of a servant leader through his focus on the rakyat's welfare, unity, and justice. His personal and political journey—rising from adversity and prioritizing service—aligns closely with the principles of servant leadership. However, the true test lies in his ability to translate vision into sustained action while navigating Malaysia's political and economic complexities.
By "walking the talk," Anwar has positioned himself as a leader who aspires to serve rather than be served, a hallmark of servant leadership.
Aku dah cakap kat kau, aku tengah struggle,
Dengan karier yang merudum, kesihatan yang tak menentu
dan disahkan OKU
Dahku tunjuk segala luka yang aku simpan,
Tapi kau dan orang-orang kau langsung tidak menolong,
Hanya menjahanam dan merosakkan sesuka hati.
Nasihat yang diberi, bagai mencurah janji di dedaunan keladi
seperti berbicara dengan tembok bisu dan tuli,
Kau lumur racun kepada lukaku yang berdarah.
Kau tahu kelemahan aku, jadikan ia senjata,
Setiap kata-katamu makin mendalamkan luka,
Bila aku dah hampir jatuh, diam terpuruk untuk mengelak sengketa
lama diam cuba bertahan … tak cukup lagi,
Kau dorong aku ke dalam jurang
Macam kau seronok dan gembira melihat bumiku terbelah dan langitku runtuh,
Seolah bila aku hilang arah, kau rasa gembira berkuasa.
Kau arif dan tahu mana nak serang,
Main perasaan aku macam game yang kau tahu kau pasti menang.
Aku nak kuat untuk kau,
bertahan agar jadi orang yang kau boleh harapkan,
Tapi kau terus musnahkan aku,
Sikit demi sikit, sampai aku serpih.
Lalu aku duduk, hancur, hampa dan kosong,
Pada mu aku ni munafik, shaitan yang tiada langsung ada sebarang kebaikan..
Ku buat sebaik mungkin menghindari pertelingkahan,
aku juga yang tetap bersalah.
Kau kata aku ni jauh, serba tak cukup segalanya yang aku berikan
Kata aku tak reti nak buka hati, tak cukup bagi apa jua yang kau hajati.
Dan bila kau cerita kat orang - yang kau ni adalah mangsa,
Seantero dunia bersimpati dan dengar cerita,
Tapi takde siapa pun perasan kerosakan senyap
dan kemusnahan yang kau tinggalkan.
Aku akan hubungi kau nanti.
Nanti kita jumpa lagi.
Kita akan saing bersama, nanti.
Tunggulah, aku akan ceritakan kisahnya kepadamu, nanti”.
Kita tinggalkan segalanya untuk kelak dan nanti, terlupa bahawa kita bukanlah penguasa masa. Masa bukan milik kita. Masa, secara alami adalah rugi yang pasti.
Kelak, orang yang kita sayangi tak lagi ada.
Kelak, kita tak lagi mendengar suara mereka, tak dapat lagi menatap wajah mereka. Suara mereka kita rindui.
Kelak dan nanti, mereka semua hanya tinggal kenangan.
Kelak dan nanti, siang beransur menjadi malam, yang gagah kian tak berdaya.
Senyuman berganti kepahitan raut wajah, dan hidup pun melangkah ke arah ajal. Nasi menjadi bubur.
“Kelak” berakhir menjadi "Kekesalan”.
Pandanglah sekelilingmu.
Jika kalian beruntung -masih punya waktu: berdamping dgn ayah, ibu, suami-isteri, guru, saudara, sahabat seangkatan, anak...dakap, peluk, ciumlah dan sayangilah mereka selagi ada.
Sesaat, dalam keabadian.
The Journey of Azmi: The Lawyer with a New Vision
Azmi had always been known for his sharp mind and meticulous approach to his work as a lawyer. He thrived in the courtroom, where his attention to detail and mastery of legal language set him apart. For years, he built a reputation as someone who never missed a thing—whether it was a loophole in a contract or a key piece of evidence. His career was soaring, and he was on the path to becoming a senior partner at his firm.
But life took an unexpected turn one day. A sudden accident left Azmi blind in one eye. The physical pain was one thing, but the emotional and psychological toll was far greater. How could he continue his career, one that required perfect attention to detail, when his vision was now impaired?
After the accident, Azmi struggled to adjust to his new reality. Reading documents became exhausting, and the computer screen seemed blurry. He questioned whether he could ever return to the courtroom. His firm, while supportive, eventually suggested his resignation — or alternatively an unexpected opportunity in the IT Department. They needed someone with his legal expertise to manage compliance in data governance, cybersecurity regulations, and software contracts. Additionally, he was asked to take on the role of lead in IT Centre of Excellence and then that of a Project Manager for a major IT initiative. It wasn’t what Azmi had envisioned late in his career, as IT was his long dream that he had almost forgotten about since his school days, and with limited options, he accepted.
At first, the new role felt alien to him. He was no longer the confident lawyer in the courtroom; instead, he was navigating the not so unfamiliar world of technology, software development, user acceptance tests and project timelines. He managed to understand AI and represented his department in important meetings in Putrajaya. He missed his old job, the thrill of the courtroom, the sense of control he once had. His blindness in one eye made it harder to focus on documents and manage tasks. The screens, the constant flow of data, and the technical jargon overwhelmed him.
One day, during a particularly challenging moment, Azmi’s new boss, Sarah, approached him. She had seen his frustration and wanted to offer some advice.
"Azmi," she slowly began, "I know this transition has been tough for you. But I’ve noticed something. Even though this isn't your field, you bring something unique to the table—your ability to think critically, to spot risks that others overlook. The legal world taught you how to manage complexity, and that skill is incredibly valuable here. You may see things differently now, but that doesn’t mean you can’t excel. In fact, your experience gives you a perspective that this department has been missing."
Azmi sighed, unsure if her words could ease his doubts. "But I feel like I’m constantly behind. I can’t work the way I used to. Everything is… slower."
Sarah nodded sympathetically. "You’re right—things have changed. But that doesn’t mean you’ve lost your edge. You’re not just managing tasks, Azmi. You’re leading people, you’re managing risk, and you’re ensuring this department runs within the framework of law and governance. That’s huge. You’re still using your legal brain, just in a different way."
Azmi took Sarah’s words to heart. Over the next few weeks, he started focusing less on the things he couldn’t do the same way and more on the things he could do well. He developed new strategies to manage his time, using tools that helped him read documents with more ease and adopting project management software to track tasks more efficiently. His legal background gave him a unique ability to see risks in projects that others didn’t notice, making him an invaluable asset to the IT Department.
As Project Manager, Azmi led his team through the successful implementation of a new data governance policy, something that had been delayed for months before he arrived. His meticulous approach to managing compliance and ensuring all protocols were followed impressed both his team and upper management. He began to find a new rhythm, one that worked for him even with his limited vision.
But more than that, Azmi started to realize that the accident had given him something unexpected: a broader perspective. He wasn’t just a lawyer anymore; he was a leader, someone who could bridge the gap between law and technology, someone who could guide teams through complex challenges. His blindness in one eye didn’t stop him from seeing the bigger picture.
Years later, Azmi was not just a lawyer who had transitioned to IT—he was a respected leader, known for his resilience and ability to navigate the complexities of both law and technology. When people asked him how he managed to succeed despite losing his vision in one eye, Azmi would simply say, "It’s not about what you’ve lost. It’s about what you still have—and how you choose to use it."
Moral of the Story:
Adversity can lead to unexpected opportunities.
Losing one aspect of yourself doesn’t mean losing everything.
Sometimes, the greatest challenges give you the chance to grow in ways you never imagined.
Embrace the change, trust in your skills, and never underestimate your ability to adapt. What you once thought was a setback can become your greatest strength.
Sembang kari sekumpulan budak-budak lepasan sekolah baru nak up, selalunya deme lepak kat kawasan gerai minuman Seksyen 2 Shah Alam, bersembang kosong tak buat apa. Diorang cakap, “Aku dah penat belajar dan dah nak mula kerja, tapi aku tak nak jadi pekerja je; apa gunanya belajar kemahiran atau profesion ni kalau aku tak jalankan bisnes sendiri?”
"Kau ada modal nak mula?"soal Apit.
"Takde, tapi aku akan dapat." jawab Jongos.
"Macam mana kau nak dapat modal?" Kamil ikut menerjah.
"Aku ada satu rahsia; aku ada makcik tua yang kaya, dia tengah sakit, dr kata dah takde harapan dan akan meninggal tak lama lagi; tapi kalau makcik aku liat nak mati, aku harap dapatlah jumpa orang tua kaya yang sanggup ambik aku sebagai anak angkat dia, pinjamkan aku beberapa ribu untuk mulakan bisnes. Kalaulah aku dapat modal, aku pasti boleh berjaya.", gumam si Jongos dengan senyuman menyeringai, perasan kacak, optimis sambil menghembus kepulan asap sambil jari jemari kanannya mengepit sebatang rokok murahan.
Pak Uda yang tengah sibuk membancuh teh ais ketawa besar mendengarkan kelentong si Jongos. Tegas Pak Uda,”Beranganlah ko sampai kiamat...Mana ada jalan pintas? Kesilapan besar korang, percaya kita boleh berjaya dengan duit pinjam. Ko tak nampak ke susahnya aku kumpul seribu ringgit pertama aku, daripada berjuta-juta yang datang lepas tu."
Satu gerai dipenuhi gelak hilai ketawa... “Alah Pak Uda.. dapat juta-juta pun tukaran duit rupiah bila balik ke Belitung!”, tukas si Jongos. Rupa-rupanya Pak Uda dan keluarganya berasal dari Indonesia, lebih tepatnya Pulau Belitung di Sumatera Selatan yang majoritinya didiami etnik melayu dan pulau yang indah permai itu menjadi terkenal akibat filem Laskar Pelangi, yang ditayangkan beberapa tahun yang lalu.
“Lainlah citernya kalau jadi scammer atau jual benda terlarang...kaya..tapi tak nak la, tak halal”, gumam di Kamil sambil menghirup air sirap yang hanya tinggal ketulan ais yang mencair.
Jelas Pak Uda lagu, “Kita fokus yang halal… namun, ada duit pun, haram tak berguna kalau kau tak tahu nilainya. Bagilah kat budak, duit dua puluh ribu dan suruh dia buat bisnes, besar kemungkinan tak sampai setahun dah bungkus terbongkang madam bukuh kasap, hilang pangkal, hujunhg pun lesap! Macam beli tiket loteri; menang hadiah besar, “senang dapat, senang jugak hilang.”, Pak Uda berfalsafah.
“Orang muda tak reti menilai duit tu; takde benda yang berbaloi kecuali ia datang dengan usaha. Percayalah ...Tanpa berkorban masa, tenaga dan jimat-cermat, sabar dan terus berusaha, kalau kau mula dengan modal yang kau tak usaha, mustahil kau akan berjaya kumpul kekayaan!”, gumam Pak Uda dengan jujur.
Pak Uda menyambung lagi, ”Kamu ni, daripada “tunggu orang mati bagi harta”, patut segera bangkit buat kerja, sebab takde orang kaya yang suka sesaja nak mati cepat. 9 daripada 10 orang kaya kat negara kita sekarang ni, mulakan hidup diorang sebagai budak miskin, dengan semangat kuat, rajin, sabar, berjimat dan tabiat yang baik. Diorang bergerak perlahan-lahan, buat duit sendiri dan simpan; dan ini adalah cara terbaik nak jadi kaya”.
“Takde jalan pintas untuk belajar, dan aku boleh kata, benda ni juga sama untuk kekayaan”, Pak Uda mengakhiri ceramahnya, sambil bergegas pergi menghantar minuman ke meja pelanggan yang dah beriri bercekak pinggang, geram kerana minuman yang dipesan lambat sampai!
Penutup
Jangan expect nak jadi kaya itu mudah,
tapi dengan rajin dan usaha,
insyaAllah kita boleh kumpul rezeki dengan cara yang berkat
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