Petrus Kinggo, seorang tokoh adat dari Suku Mandobo Menyesal Sampai Mati

Pada tahun 2015, Petrus Kinggo, seorang tokoh adat dari Suku Mandobo, mengambil keputusan yang hingga hari ini ia sesali. Saat itu, ia menjadi koordinator bagi 10 marga untuk melepas hutan adat mereka kepada anak perusahaan Korindo Group, perusahaan sawit asal Korea Selatan.

Iming-iming yang ditawarkan perusahaan terdengar sangat meyakinkan: biaya pendidikan anak, pembangunan rumah, sumur air bersih, dan genset. Karena percaya, Petrus membujuk marga-marga lain agar mengikuti jejaknya.

Hutan adat milik marga Kinggo seluas 4.885 hektar dilepas dengan harga ganti rugi sebesar Rp 100.000 per hektar. Total uang yang diterima Petrus adalah Rp 488.500.000, ditambah uang permisi sebesar Rp 1 miliar yang dibagi kepada sembilan marga.

Kini, hutan itu telah berubah menjadi area konsesi kelapa sawit milik PT Tunas Sawa Erma seluas lebih dari 19.000 hektar. kini Yang tersisa hanyalah rasa kehilangan, penyesalan, dan tanah adat yang tak akan pernah kembali.

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Dr Ibrahim Peyon: Pantai versus Gunung

Berdasarkan kajian antropologi, leluhur orang Papua tercipta /diciptakan oleh penciptanya di suatu tempat. Dari tempat itu mereka berkembang dan tersebar dan terbentuk berbagai etnik, bahasa dan budaya sebagai proses evolusi, adaptasi dan akulturasi. Berbagai penelitian antropologi menjelaskan suku-suku yang mendiami di bagian timur dari pulau ini (PNG) mengatakan leluhur mereka bergerak dari barat ke Timur. Kelompk-kelompok suku yang mendiami di provinsi Oro, Port Moreby, dan Milme mengatakan keluhur mereka bergerak dari barat ke timur, dan mereka muncul di gunung Gunumini yang oleh orang asing disebut Owen Stanley di belakang ibu kota Moresby sekarang, dari sana mereka bergerak ke selatan, ujun pulau ini. Studi arkeologi juga temukan mereka mendiami wilayah itu 30.000 tahun lalu, tempat perpindahan ketiga dari situs Gunumini. Ahli linguisti, Wurd juga menjelaskan bahasa Papua bergerak dari barat ke Timur di wilayah itu dan berusia 30. 000 tahun.

Suku-suku Papua yang mendiami di wilayah selatan baik West Papua maupun PNG menjelaskan leluhur mereka turun dari dataran tinggi melalui sungai-sungai besar yang ada. Kisah tersebut dibuktikan dengan studi arkelogi di beberapa wilayah seperti Teluk Papua dan suku-suku di muara sungai Fly, hingga pulau-pulau di Selat Tores. Bukti arkeologi menyatakan suku-suku ini mencapai wilayah ini 300 tahun lalu, leluhur mereka turun dari wilayah pegunungan melalui sungai fly dan Muraya Suku-suku yang mendiami di wilayah utara mulai dari Huon, Sandauan, dan sepanjang aliran Sepik juga mengatakan leluhur mereka berasal dari dataran tinggi.

Kesamaan karakteristik ini juga dideskripsikan oleh antropolog yang melakukan studi etnografi pada suku-suku di Mamberamo, wilayah Jayapura, hingga ke Nabire. Demikian juga suku-suku yang mendiami di bagian barat dataran tinggi seperti Hubula, Lani, Moni, Damal hingga Mee, mereka mengakui leluhur mereka berasal dari bagian timur.

Di Wilayah Kerom, Jayapura hingga Sarmi, dalam berbagai studi etnografi menjelaskan pandangan yang sama, seperti suku Elseng yang mengakui leluhur mereka turun dari arah Oksibil, dan suku-suku yang mendiami dataran dan pebukitan wilayah ini. Elseng secara etnik populasi mereka sedikit, tetapi secara geografis suku yang memiliki wilayah sangat luas, mulai dari Teluk Yotefa hingga Mamberamo. Wilayah suku ini mencakup Kabupaten Jayapura, Kerom dan kota Jayapura. Diyakini suku ini sebagai suku asli tertua di wilayah kota ini.

Sebagian suku-suku di sekitar Danau dan Teluk Yotefa hingga ke perbatasan RI-PNG mereka memiliki afiliasi kuat secara antropologi dengan masyarakat di Sepik Barat. Dalam berbagai kisah menjelaskan mereka bermigrasi dari Sepik Barat ke arah barat dan menduduki sebagian wilayah di Kota Jayapura dan Sentani. Misalnya, orang Sentani bergerak dari timur ke barat, mereka masuk dan mendiami tanah Buyakha saat ini, demikian juga suku-suku di Teluk Yotefa.

Secara internal baik suku maupun klan-klan ini terus bergerak dari satu lokasi ke lokasi lain, misalnya, beberapa klan yang dulunya mendiami pemukiman di perbukitan di sebelah Timur pantai Holtekam, dimana bukit ini dikenal dengan nama gunung Rollo. Beberapa klan-klan ini tinggalkan pemukiman mereka di bukti Rollo dan turun ke lembah yang kini disebut Skow. Mereka diterima oleh Ondoafi Patipeme dan masyarakat Skow untuk tinggal bersama dan memberikan hak mengatur keamanan untuk jaga kampung ini oleh Ondoafi tersebut sebagai penguasa asli di kampung tersebut. Meskipun, sejarah demikian dalam praktiknya, sering menimbulkan ketegangan dalam perebutan sumber daya khususnya status tanah di wilayah lembah sekitar Goya dan Skow, dimana Rollo lebih banyak memainkan peran dalam transaksi tanah ketimbang Patipeme sebagai Ondoafi besar dan ahli waris di wilayah tersebut.

Demikian juga, semua suku-suku di New Guinea terbentuk oleh proses evolusi, adaptasi alam dan budaya, akulturasi dengan kebudayaan lain dan proses migrasi internal. Karena itu, ditemukan banyak kesamaan secara fenotipe dan genotipe, morfologi, linguistik, budaya, kesamaan dan kemiripan nama-nama klan.

Singkatnya adalah orang Papua satu kelurga dan etnik-etnik di Papua terbentuk proses evolusi, adaptasi, dan akulturasi.

Kira-kira begitu catatan buat Bpk Walikota Jayapura.

The Art of Managing People, Time & Money: Inspiration and Wisdom for Every Entrepreneur

"The Art of Managing People, Time & Money: Inspiration and Wisdom for Every Entrepreneur" by Rich Russakoff is a comprehensive guide designed to provide valuable insights and strategies for entrepreneurs seeking success in managing various aspects of their businesses.

Russakoff draws on his experience as a business consultant to offer practical advice on managing three critical elements for entrepreneurial success: people, time, and money. The book serves as a resourceful toolkit, addressing key challenges faced by entrepreneurs and providing actionable solutions.

In the realm of managing people, Russakoff explores topics such as effective leadership, team building, and fostering a positive work culture. He emphasizes the importance of understanding human dynamics, building strong teams, and inspiring employees to achieve their best potential.

Regarding time management, the book offers strategies for optimizing productivity, prioritizing tasks, and maximizing efficiency. Russakoff guides entrepreneurs on how to make the most of their time, avoid common pitfalls, and create systems that enhance workflow.

In the domain of financial management, the author provides insights into smart financial practices, budgeting, financial planning, and strategies for revenue growth. He helps entrepreneurs understand the importance of financial literacy and how to effectively manage money to sustain and grow their businesses.

Throughout the book, Russakoff infuses inspiration and wisdom from his own experiences and those of successful entrepreneurs. He offers motivational anecdotes and actionable advice that cater to the diverse challenges faced by individuals starting or managing their businesses.

"The Art of Managing People, Time & Money" serves as a comprehensive guidebook that equips entrepreneurs with the knowledge, strategies, and inspiration needed to navigate the complexities of managing people, optimizing time, and effectively handling financial aspects within their entrepreneurial ventures.

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Change Your Thinking to Change Your Life

Change Your Thinking to Change Your Life by Kate James is a warm, transformative embrace disguised as a book, guiding readers through the fog of self-doubt toward a life of purpose and joy. This gem, penned by an Australian mindfulness coach with decades of experience, blends positive psychology, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness into a practical workbook for self-discovery. James’s gentle, conversational prose feels like a trusted friend sharing hard-earned wisdom, offering exercises like journaling prompts and gratitude practices that invite reflection without overwhelming. Her stories, from clients overcoming imposter syndrome to her own lessons from loss, ground the book’s techniques in real-life struggles and triumphs. 

7 Lessons from Change Your Thinking to Change Your Life:

    1. Know Your True Self

James emphasizes self-awareness through exercises like identifying core values. Her story of a client rediscovering passion through reflection inspired me to list my own values, clarifying what truly matters.

    2. Challenge Negative Thoughts

Using ACT, James teaches reframing distorted thinking, like imposter syndrome. Her example of a woman overcoming self-doubt by resetting expectations helped me reframe my own critical inner voice.

    3. Gratitude Shifts Perspective

Practicing gratitude balances the brain’s negative bias, James notes, citing a client’s mood lift from daily journaling. Trying this, I found small joys—like a sunny walk—brightened my outlook.

    4. Mindfulness Grounds You

James advocates staying present to ease anxiety, sharing how mindfulness helped her through grief. Practicing her breathing exercise during stress calmed my racing thoughts.

    5. Embrace Imperfection

Life isn’t about a perfect endpoint, James writes, reflecting on losing her friend Reneé. This taught me to find beauty in my flawed days, easing my perfectionist tendencies.

    6. Take Small Steps for Change

James’s workbook encourages tiny, actionable steps, like a client starting a side hustle. This pushed me to try one small goal, like writing daily, building momentum over time.

    7. Build Resilience Through Values

Living by your values fosters strength, James explains, using a story of a man realigning his career with purpose. This motivated me to make choices reflecting my priorities, boosting my confidence.

Change Your Thinking to Change Your Life is a compassionate, practical guide that empowers readers to rewire their minds and rediscover life’s wonder. James’s wisdom makes it a must-read for anyone seeking purposeful transformation.

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Success Through a Positive Mental Attitude

Success. That magical word that everyone chases. Some think it’s all about talent. Others say it’s luck. And then there’s Napoleon Hill, who boldly tells us, “Nope, it’s all in your mindset.”

Success Through a Positive Mental Attitude isn’t just about thinking happy thoughts—it’s about rewiring your brain to see possibilities where others see dead ends. It’s about training yourself to win, even when life keeps throwing curveballs. So, let’s dive into seven powerful lessons from this classic, and who knows? Maybe by the end of this, you’ll be looking at life with a whole new attitude.

1. Your Thoughts Shape Your Reality:

Hill’s biggest message? The way you think determines the life you create. If you constantly expect failure, you’ll find it. But if you approach life with a positive mental attitude (PMA), opportunities will start showing up where you least expect them. Your mind is like a GPS—set it toward success, and that’s where you’ll end up.

2. Defeat Is a Teacher, Not a Life Sentence:

Ever feel like the universe is personally attacking you? Hill would tell you that setbacks aren’t roadblocks; they’re lessons in disguise. Instead of giving up when things go wrong, ask, “What is this teaching me?” Successful people aren’t those who never fail—they’re the ones who fail, learn, and keep going.

3. You Become Who You Surround Yourself With:

Your environment and the people you spend time with influence your mindset. Hang out with complainers, and you’ll start complaining. Surround yourself with ambitious, positive thinkers, and suddenly, success feels possible. Hill reminds us that success is contagious—so choose your company wisely.

4. Every Problem Has a Solution—If You Look for It:

Hill believed that problems are just unsolved opportunities. Instead of focusing on what’s wrong, shift your mind toward solutions. When you adopt a problem-solving attitude, obstacles become puzzles to figure out rather than barriers that stop you.

5. Action Beats Perfection Every Time:

Overthinking kills more dreams than failure ever will. Hill teaches that successful people don’t wait for the “perfect time” (spoiler: it doesn’t exist). They take action, make mistakes, and adjust along the way. The sooner you start, the sooner you learn, and the closer you get to success.

6. Gratitude and Optimism Are Power Moves:

A positive attitude isn’t just about smiling through tough times—it’s about training your brain to focus on possibilities instead of limitations. Gratitude rewires your mindset, making you more resilient and open to success. The happiest people aren’t the ones with perfect lives; they’re the ones who choose to see the good in what they have.

7. You Have to Believe It Before You See It:

Hill’s ultimate lesson? If you don’t believe in yourself, nobody else will. Confidence isn’t something you’re born with—it’s something you build by consistently choosing faith over doubt. The most successful people didn’t wait for proof they could succeed; they acted like success was inevitable. And eventually, it was.

Success Through a Positive Mental Attitude isn’t about wishful thinking—it’s about mental discipline. It’s about choosing to see possibilities, taking action, and refusing to let negativity run the show. Because in the end, success isn’t just about what you do—it’s about how you think.

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A Whole New Mind: Why Right-Brainers Will Rule the Future

7 lessons on "A Whole New Mind: Why Right-Brainers Will Rule the Future" by Daniel H. Pink:

Lesson 1: The Right Brain's Rise to Prominence

The traditional emphasis on left-brain skills, such as logic, analysis, and sequential processing, has dominated the world of business and education for decades. However, in "A Whole New Mind," Daniel Pink argues that the right brain's intuitive, empathetic, and pattern-recognition abilities are becoming increasingly important in today's rapidly changing world.

Lesson 2: The Six Right-Brain Skills for the 21st Century

Pink identifies six key right-brain skills that will be essential for success in the 21st century:

1. Design: The ability to create visually appealing and functional products, services, and experiences.

2. Storytelling: The ability to craft compelling narratives that connect with emotions and inspire action.

3. Symphony: The ability to see patterns and connections between seemingly disparate ideas.

4. Empathy: The ability to understand and share the feelings of others.

5. Play: The ability to approach work with a sense of curiosity, experimentation, and joy.

6. Meaning: The ability to find purpose and fulfillment in one's work.

Lesson 3: The Shift from Left-Brain to Right-Brain Dominance

Pink argues that the shift from an industrial to an information-based economy has led to a decline in the demand for traditional left-brain skills, while the demand for right-brain skills has increased. This shift is evident in the rise of creative professions, such as design, marketing, and entertainment.

Lesson 4: The Importance of Right-Brain Education

Pink calls for a reassessment of our educational systems, emphasizing the development of right-brain skills alongside traditional left-brain skills. He proposes a more holistic approach to education that nurtures creativity, empathy, and problem-solving abilities.

Lesson 5: Cultivating Right-Brain Thinking in the Workplace

Pink provides practical strategies for individuals and organizations to cultivate right-brain thinking in the workplace. He suggests fostering a culture of collaboration, encouraging experimentation, and rewarding creativity.

Lesson 6: The Right-Brain Revolution

Pink argues that the rise of the right brain is not just a change in the way we work; it is a fundamental shift in human consciousness. He suggests that we are moving towards a more holistic and interconnected way of understanding the world.

Lesson 7: Embracing the Right Brain's Potential.

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Those Who Live Without Discipline, Die Without Honor," Modern Arjuna

 In "Those Who Live Without Discipline, Die Without Honor," Modern Arjuna presents a thought-provoking exploration of the concepts of discipline, honor, and personal integrity. The book emphasizes that discipline is the cornerstone of a meaningful and successful life, guiding you to cultivate habits that foster growth, resilience, and character. Through a blend of anecdotes, philosophical insights, and practical advice, Arjuna encourages you to embrace discipline in various aspects of your life, including personal development, relationships, and professional endeavors. As you read, you are invited to reflect on the importance of self-discipline and the values that contribute to a life of honor and purpose.

Key Lessons and Insights

1. The Foundation of Discipline: You learn that discipline is essential for achieving your goals. It acts as a guiding principle that shapes your actions and decisions, enabling you to stay focused on your aspirations.

2. Honor as a Core Value: The book emphasizes that honor is closely tied to discipline. Living honorably means aligning your actions with your values and maintaining integrity in all areas of your life.

3. Habits Shape Character: Arjuna teaches you that your habits ultimately define your character. By cultivating positive habits through discipline, you build a strong foundation for personal growth and integrity.

4. The Importance of Self-Control: You discover that self-control is a vital component of discipline. Learning to manage your impulses and desires empowers you to make choices that align with your long-term goals.

5. Embracing Challenges: The book encourages you to view challenges as opportunities for growth. Embracing difficulties with a disciplined mindset helps you develop resilience and strengthens your character.

6. Setting Clear Goals: You learn that setting clear, achievable goals is essential for maintaining discipline. By defining your objectives, you create a roadmap that guides your efforts and keeps you accountable.

7. Consistency is Key: Arjuna emphasizes that consistency in your actions is crucial for success. Regularly practicing disciplined behaviors reinforces your commitment and helps you progress toward your goals.

8. The Role of Accountability: You discover that having accountability partners can enhance your discipline. Sharing your goals with others and seeking their support fosters a sense of responsibility and encouragement.

9. Cultivating a Growth Mindset: The book teaches you that adopting a growth mindset is essential for personal development. Embracing the belief that you can improve through effort and discipline empowers you to overcome obstacles.

10. Reflecting on Your Values: Finally, Arjuna reminds you that reflecting on your core values is essential for living with honor. By regularly assessing your values and ensuring your actions align with them, you cultivate a meaningful and disciplined life.

"Those Who Live Without Discipline, Die Without Honor" serves as a compelling guide for understanding the significance of discipline and honor in your life. Through Modern Arjuna’s insightful teachings, you are encouraged to embrace discipline as a pathway to personal growth, integrity, and fulfillment, ultimately leading to a life characterized by purpose and respect.

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