Pacu Jalur Goes Viral! Riau's Tradition in the International Spotlight

Narasinasi, Tangerang - Riau's unique boat racing tradition, Pacu Jalur, has now gone global. After the video went viral on social media, the world's attention turned to an iconic and unusual moment: a young boy standing at the end of the boat, dancing confidently. This action has been widely referred to by international netizens as “aura farming.” This moment became a turning point that strengthened the global trend of Pacu Jalur. The tradition began to gain global recognition after going viral on social media in 2024, and by 2025, its popularity had grown even further with greater enthusiasm and widespread attention from international netizens.

The popularity of Pacu Jalur this year is closely tied to the unique trend known as “aura farming”—a viral term used to describe someone who appears confident, charismatic, and radiates an aura akin to a main character.

In the context of Pacu Jalur, this trend refers to young boys standing at the front of the boat performing distinctive movements, such as twisting their hands and swaying their bodies to maintain balance as the boat speeds along. This action was captured in a video set to the song “Young Black & Rich” by Melly Mike and went viral on TikTok, capturing the attention of global netizens.

Many content creators from abroad began creating memes and parody videos imitating this “aura paddler” style, making Pacu Jalur increasingly recognized as part of Indonesia's unique, authentic, and expressive culture.

According to Tempo.co, the popularity of Pacu Jalur surged after a video of Rayyab Arkan Dikha—the iconic child dancing at the front of the boat—was uploaded by Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) football club on July 2, 2025. In the video, PSG players imitated Dika's signature style while captioning, “The aura has reached Paris”.

Not only PSG, but Italian club AC Milan also joined the trend by writing “Aura Farming 1899% accuracy,” adding to the trend’s international appeal. Even global celebrities like rapper KSI and NFL star Travis Kelce also posted their own “aura farming” moves inspired by Dika.

Dika was also interviewed directly by American influencer Cullen Honohan, who nicknamed him “The Reaper” due to his charisma while dancing at the end of the boat. When asked how it felt to perform confidently on a speeding boat, Dika simply replied, “Stay brave and confident.”

Higher education, but no direction in life? Quarter Life Crisis is real, bro! Here's what psychologists say about Quarter Life Crisis

Have you heard it said that your 20s are the most exciting time: going to college, starting a job, gaining experience, falling in love, and becoming independent. But underneath it all, there are many who feel even more confused - “What do I really want to be?”, “How come my friends are already successful, while I'm still just like this?”, “Am I on the wrong path?”

If you've ever felt these questions, don't worry, you're not alone. You might be experiencing a Quarter Life Crisis - a phase of identity crisis that is very common in early adulthood.

This phenomenon is not just a youth drama, but a real psychological condition that needs to be understood. To find out more, let's hear [psychologist/resource] explain what Quarter Life Crisis is, why it happens, and how we can deal with it without feeling alone.

Quarter Life Crisis, which is a phase in life where people between the ages of 18 and 30 feel worried, confused, and don't know where to go due to uncertainty about the continuation of their lives and thinking too much about the future.

This is what I, a 22-year-old student who is studying in a field that is not of her own choice, feels.

“I feel insecure, and there is fear regarding my future. Moreover, the study that I am doing now is not my desire, ...” she said.

According to Dr. Andri, SpKJ, a psychiatrist from Omni Alam Sutera Hospital, QLC occurs when a person begins to question the direction of their life and feels left behind by their peers. (source: Kompas, 2023)

This remark refers to a phenomenon known as Quarter-Life Crisis or identity, emotional, and existential crisis that is often experienced by individuals in their 20s to early 30s.

According to Dr. Andri, QLC arises when a person begins to question various important aspects of his or her life, such as- “What do I want to be?”, “Is the major or job I'm taking the right one?”, “Why are other people already settled, while I'm still confused?”

These feelings are usually triggered by comparisons with others, especially peers who seem to be more 'advanced' or successful. For example, when you see your friends already having a steady job, getting married, owning their own business, or studying abroad, while you still feel like you're at a standstill - insecurity, fear of failure, or doubts about your own life choices arise.

The keywords from Dr. Andri's explanation are two main things:

Questioning one's life direction → meaning that one is unsure of one's current life choices, or doesn't know where one wants to go.

Feeling left behind by peers → feelings of inferiority, anxiety, and stress because they feel their life development is not as fast or 'good' as others at the same age.

In psychology, this can have an impact on mental health, with symptoms such as:

• Excessive anxiety
• Mood swing
• Loss of motivation
• Feeling like a failure, although not necessarily a failure.

To get out of the vortex of confusion and feeling left behind, the first step is to get to know yourself. According to experts, this process can start with something as simple as writing down and reflecting on what really matters to us.

“Spending some time journaling or going through a list of values to help you figure out what is most important to you can really help here. Getting some clarity on these things will help you make decisions going forward that align with your true self.”
— Carrie Howard (Verywell Mind, 2023)

Howard emphasizes the importance of self-reflection through journaling or a list of personal values to help individuals understand what is truly important to them. With this clarity, one can make decisions that align with their values and life goals.

So, if you feel like your life is a tangled mess right now - it's okay. Quarter Life Crisis is normal. It's not that you're failing, it's that this phase is real and full of question marks. And most importantly: there's no timeline you have to follow. One small step to get to know yourself today, can be a big step for your future. Slowly, but surely. You're not lost - you're just under construction.

14/05/25

Pendidikan Tinggi, Tapi Bingung Arah Hidup? Quarter Life Crisis Itu Nyata, Bro! Ini Kata Psikolog tentang Quarter Life Crisis

Pernah ga sih denger statement bahwa usia 20-an katanya masa yang paling seru: kuliah, mulai kerja, cari pengalaman, jatuh cinta, dan mulai mandiri. Tapi di balik semua itu, banyak juga yang malah ngerasa makin bingung — “Aku sebenernya mau jadi apa sih?”, “Kok teman-teman udah sukses, sedangkan aku masih gini-gini aja?”, “Apa aku salah jalan?”

Kalau kamu pernah ngerasain pertanyaan-pertanyaan itu, tenang, kamu nggak sendiri. Bisa jadi, kamu lagi mengalami yang namanya Quarter Life Crisis — fase krisis identitas yang umum banget dialami orang di usia awal dewasa.

Fenomena ini bukan sekadar drama anak muda, tapi kondisi psikologis yang nyata dan perlu dipahami. Untuk tahu lebih dalam, yuk simak penjelasan dari [psikolog/narasumber] tentang apa itu Quarter Life Crisis, kenapa bisa terjadi, dan gimana cara kita menghadapinya tanpa merasa sendirian.

Quarter Life Crisis, yang dalam bahasa Indonesia berarti krisis seperempat abad, adalah fase dalam hidup di mana orang-orang berusia antara 18 dan 30 tahun merasa khawatir, bingung, dan tidak tahu ke mana harus pergi karena ketidakpastian tentang kelanjutan hidup mereka dan berpikir terlalu banyak tentang masa depan.

Hal ini seperti yang dirasain oleh I, mahasiswi 22 tahun yang sedang menempuh studi di bidang yang bukan pilihannya sendiri.

“Aku ngerasa insecure, dan ada rasa takut terkait masa depan aku gimana. Apalagi studi yang aku tempuh sekarang bukan keinginan aku, ...” ungkapnya.

Menurut Dr. Andri, SpKJ, seorang psikiater dari RS Omni Alam Sutera, QLC terjadi saat seseorang mulai mempertanyakan arah hidupnya dan merasa tertinggal dari teman sebaya. (sumber: Kompas, 2023)

Ucapan ini merujuk pada fenomena yang dikenal sebagai Quarter-Life Crisis atau krisis identitas, emosi, dan eksistensial yang sering dialami oleh individu usia 20-an hingga awal 30-an.

Menurut Dr. Andri, QLC muncul ketika seseorang mulai mempertanyakan berbagai aspek penting dalam hidupnya, seperti- “Aku mau jadi apa sebenarnya?”, “Apa jurusan atau pekerjaan yang aku ambil ini bener?”, “Kenapa orang lain udah settle, sedangkan aku masih bingung?”

Perasaan-perasaan ini biasanya dipicu oleh perbandingan dengan orang lain, terutama teman sebaya yang terlihat sudah lebih ‘maju’ atau sukses. Misalnya, ketika melihat teman sudah punya pekerjaan tetap, menikah, punya bisnis sendiri, atau kuliah ke luar negeri, sementara diri sendiri masih merasa jalan di tempat — muncullah rasa insecure, takut gagal, atau meragukan pilihan hidup sendiri.

Kata kunci dari penjelasan Dr. Andri adalah dua hal utama:

1. Mempertanyakan arah hidup → artinya seseorang merasa belum yakin dengan pilihan hidupnya sekarang, atau tidak tahu ke mana dia mau melangkah.

2. Merasa tertinggal dari teman sebaya → munculnya perasaan minder, cemas, dan stres karena merasa perkembangan hidupnya tidak secepat atau ‘sebagus’ orang lain di usia yang sama.

Dalam psikologi, ini bisa berdampak pada kesehatan mental, seperti munculnya gejala:

• Cemas berlebih
• Mood swing
• Kehilangan motivasi
• Merasa gagal, walau belum tentu benar-benar gagal.

Untuk bisa keluar dari pusaran kebingungan dan perasaan tertinggal, langkah pertama yang perlu dilakukan adalah mengenal diri sendiri. Menurut para ahli, proses ini bisa dimulai dari hal sederhana, seperti menulis dan merefleksikan apa yang benar-benar penting bagi kita.

"Spending some time journaling or going through a list of values to help you figure out what is most important to you can really help here. Getting some clarity on these things will help you make decisions going forward that ... ."Verywell Mind

Howard menekankan pentingnya refleksi diri melalui jurnal atau daftar nilai-nilai pribadi untuk membantu individu memahami apa yang benar-benar penting bagi mereka. Dengan kejelasan ini, seseorang dapat membuat keputusan yang selaras dengan nilai-nilai dan tujuan hidup mereka.

Jadi, kalau sekarang kamu lagi ngerasa hidup kayak benang kusut — it's okay. Quarter Life Crisis itu wajar. Bukan kamu yang gagal, tapi emang fase ini tuh real dan penuh tanda tanya. Dan yang paling penting: nggak ada timeline hidup yang harus kamu ikutin. Satu langkah kecil buat kenal diri kamu hari ini, bisa jadi pijakan besar buat masa depanmu nanti. Pelan-pelan, tapi pasti. You're not lost — you're just under construction.

14/05/25

Southeast Asia's Best Animation: Jumbo Movie Hits International Entertainment on Day 16 of Screening

 

Since its premiere on March 31, 2025, Ryan Adriandhy's animation Jumbo has become one of the highest grossing films in the history of Indonesian cinema. As of today, April 22, 2025, Jumbo animation has reached 6 million viewers in theaters. 

Quoted through Wikipedia, Jumbo is an Indonesian fantasy animation adventure film in 2025 produced by Visinema Pictures, involving 200 Indonesian animation creators, worked on for 5 years since 2019 and directed by Ryan Adriandhy in his directorial debut.

Through storytelling wrapped in moral messages, Jumbo is able to invite the audience to feel the struggle of the characters. 

“My experience watching this movie is very touching and full of emotions. The movie managed to make me feel the struggles and feelings of the characters. Sometimes it's funny, but there are also many touching moments,” said Iis as a Jumbo fan. 

Not only presenting an entertaining plot, this movie also teaches the importance of sincerity, courage, and the meaning of sacrifice-making it worthy of a place in the hearts of viewers from all walks of life.

The first Indonesian animation to make history

Jumbo is the only children's film to break into the top 10 highest-grossing films in Indonesia, competing against the dominance of horror, comedy, and romance.

In addition to being the best animated film, Jumbo has now made history by securing the 6th position as the highest grossing film in Indonesian cinema. This can be realized because of the enthusiasm of the audience who have been waiting for Jumbo to air for a long time. 

“The reason is because after fasting, I have seen the thriller on tiktok and after knowing that it was made and developed for 5 years and approximately 400 Indonesian animators, I am even more curious and can't wait to appreciate the hard work of the nation's children,” said Rae during an interview.

So far, Indonesia does not have an animated film as good as Jumbo. So, the enthusiasm shown by the audience is a form of pride and love for local work. 

Jumbo will soon air in 17 countries

Thanks to the great enthusiasm of fans, Jumbo animation managed to penetrate the international market after breaking 3 million views within 2 weeks, namely in 17 countries.

This news has been confirmed through uploads on Visinema's official social media accounts, and immediately reaped various warm responses from Jumbo fans.

The 17 countries include Southeast Asian countries such as Malaysia, Brunei Darussalam, Singapore to continents in Europe such as Latvia, Lithuania to Estonia.

Reporting from Halo Jember, it is estimated that the Jumbo movie will begin airing in selected countries starting in June 2025. However, the screening time in each country will differ depending on readiness. 

By carrying a strong story, a universal moral message, and captivating visuals, Jumbo is expected to be able to bring fresh air to Indonesian children's cinema in the global arena. This success is also a motivation for young filmmakers to continue working and introducing local culture and values to the international world.

From wishful thinking to reality

The interesting fact behind the success of Jumbo is the director's prayer and wish to create a local animation work that has an international level and can entertain children in Indonesia with quality shows.

Through his personal X account @Adriandhy, he retweeted his personal upload in 2017 containing a picture of children laughing happily in a movie theater seat enjoying the spectacle with a caption hoping that someday he can make it happen in Indonesia.

This fact is heartwarming and proves that hope and clear goals can realize things beyond the limits of hope itself.

Thanks to the dedication and hard work of the director, we can now see children in Indonesia get an entertaining and quality spectacle at the cinema through Jumbo.

Menjadi Animasi Terbaik Asia Tenggara: Film Jumbo Tembus Pasar Internasional di Hari Ke-16 Penayangan

Sejak tayang perdana pada tanggal 31 Maret 2025, animasi karangan Ryan Adriandhy, Jumbo menjadi salah satu film terlaris sepanjang sejarah perfilman di Indonesia. Per hari ini, 22 April 2025 animasi Jumbo sudah tembus 6 juta penonton di bioskop. 

Dikutip melalui Wikipedia, Jumbo adalah film petualangan animasi fantasi Indonesia tahun 2025 diproduksi oleh Visinema Pictures, melibatkan 200 kreator animasi Indonesia, dikerjakan selama 5 tahun sejak 2019 dan disutradarai oleh Ryan Adriandhy dalam debut penyutradaraannya.

Melalui penyampaian cerita yang dibalut pesan moral Jumbo mampu mengajak penonton merasakan perjuangan para karakternya. 

“Pengalamanku nonton film ini sangat menyentuh dan penuh emosi. Filmnya berhasil bikin aku ikut merasakan perjuangan dan perasaan para karakternya. Kadang lucu, tapi juga banyak momen haru yang bikin terenyuh.” ucap Iis selaku penggemar Jumbo. 

Tak hanya menyuguhkan alur yang menghibur, film ini juga mengajarkan pentingnya ketulusan, keberanian, dan arti dari sebuah pengorbanan—membuatnya layak mendapat tempat di hati para penonton dari berbagai kalangan.

Animasi Indonesia pertama yang ukir sejarah

Jumbo menjadi satu-satunya film anak-anak yang berhasil menembus posisi 10 besar film terlaris di Indonesia, bersaing di tengah dominasi film bergenre horor, komedi, dan percintaan.

Selain menjadi film animasi terbaik, Jumbo kini mengukir sejarah dengan mengamankan posisi ke 6 sebagai film terlaris sepanjang perfilman Indonesia. Hal ini dapat terealisasikan sebab antusias para penonton yang telah lama menunggu Jumbo tayang. 

“Alasannya karna pas puasa itu udah liat thriller nya di tiktok dan setelah tau dibuat dan dikembangkan selama 5 tahun dan kurang lebih 400 animator Indonesia itu makin penasaran dan gak sabar buat mengapresiasi hasil kerja keras anak bangsa” tegas Rae saat wawancara.

Sejauh ini Indonesia memang belum memiliki film animasi sebagus Jumbo. Maka, antusias yang ditunjukan penonton adalah bentuk kebanggaan dan rasa cinta terhadap karya lokal. 

Jumbo akan segera tayang di 17 negara

Berkat antusias yang hebat dari penggemar, animasi Jumbo berhasil tembus pasar internasional setelah memecah 3 juta penayangan dalam kurun waktu 2 minggu yaitu di 17 negara.

Kabar ini telah dipastikan kebenarannya melalui unggahan di akun resmi media sosial milik Visinema, dan langsung menuai berbagai respon hangat dari para penggemar Jumbo.

17 negara tersebut termasuk negara Asia Tenggara seperti Malaysia, Brunei Darussalam, Singapura hingga benua di Eropa seperti Latvia, Lithuania hingga Estonia.

Dilansir dari Halo Jember, diperkirakan, film Jumbo akan mulai tayang di beberapa negara pilihan mulai bulan Juni 2025. Namun, waktu penayangan di tiap-tiap negara akan berbeda tergantung kesiapan. 

Dengan mengusung cerita yang kuat, pesan moral yang universal, dan visual yang memikat, Jumbo diharapkan mampu membawa angin segar bagi perfilman anak-anak Indonesia di kancah global. Keberhasilan ini sekaligus menjadi motivasi bagi para sineas muda untuk terus berkarya dan memperkenalkan budaya serta nilai-nilai lokal ke dunia internasional.

Dari angan angan hingga kenyataan

fakta menarik dibalik suksesnya film Jumbo adalah adanya doa dan angan angan sang sutradara untuk menciptakan sebuah karya animasi lokal yang memiliki tingkat internasional dan dapat menghibur anak anak di Indonesia dengan tayangan yang berkualitas.

Melalui akun X pribadinya @Adriandhy, ia meretweet unggahan pribadinya di tahun 2017 lalu berisikan gambar anak anak yang tertawa bahagia di kursi bioskop menikmati tontonannya dengan caption harapan suatu saat nanti ia dapat mewujudkannya di Indonesia.

fakta ini mengharukan sekaligus membuktikan bahwa harapan dan tujuan yang jelas mampu mewujudkan hal hal diluar batas harapan itu sendiri.

berkat dedikasi dan kerja keras sang sutradara kini kita bisa liat anak-anak di Indonesia mendapat tontonan yang menghibur sekaligus berkualitas di Bioskop melalui Jumbo.

Why is EQ more important than IQ?

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The role of EQ in life

EQ (Emotional Quotient) or artificial intelligence is the ability to recognize, understand, and control one's own feelings as well as those of others. This includes the ability to control emotions in order to maintain relationships with others. Emotional intelligence is a talent that a person has to deal with problems they are facing. This is where the role of EQ becomes crucial in building social relationships.

People with high EQ tend to be individuals who are liked by many. With good/high EQ, a person will find it easier to express themselves and their feelings will also be more attuned to others. Similarly, children who are popular at school are often those with high EQ because they have the ability to interact with their environment. Children with high IQs tend to be more quiet because they rely more on their thoughts when navigating social environments.

People with low EQ are also said to be more prone to stress due to their inability to recognize and control their emotions, making them easily angered and sensitive to criticism. These traits can shape a person's character and personality and influence their social and professional relationships.

In the workplace, individuals with high EQ are highly sought after by companies to maintain good relationships with clients, as they are considered capable of communicating effectively and preserving the company's reputation. For this reason, some companies request IQ and EQ test results from job applicants.

EQ and IQ are equally important abilities to master in social life. EQ helps its possessor feel, regulate, and control emotions effectively. Meanwhile, IQ can help its possessor manage life, set goals, and make decisions accurately. Having EQ balanced with IQ makes it easier for someone to navigate all forms of life's challenges.

Adanya pagar berupa pembatas ghoib pada kawasan Sepatan: Mengenal asal mula nama Sepatan.

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Adanya pagar berupa pembatas ghoib pada kawasan Sepatan: Mengenal asal mula nama Sepatan.

 

    Sepatan menjadi salah satu kawasan padat penduduk di Kabupaten Tangerang. Tak disangka, kawasan yang sedang ramai oleh pembangunan perumahan ini ternyata memiliki sejarah menarik dibalik lahirnya nama “Sepatan” itu sendiri.

    Sepatan adalah sebuah kecamatan di Kabupaten Tangerang, Provinsi Banten. Wilayah ini sudah dihuni sejak masa Kesultanan Banten pada abad 16 pertengahan. Pada tahun 1992 Bagian utara dan timur Kecamatan Sepatan mengalami pemekaran wilayah untuk membentuk Kecamatan Pakuhaji. Sepatan berasal dari kata “Sipatan” yang berarti batas. Sayangnya, nama Sepatan besar dan berkembang secara alami tanpa diketahui siapa pencetusnya. Menurut kepercayaan nenek moyang, nama Sepatan lahir sebagai pembatas ghoib yang dibuat untuk memagari wilayah tuan tanah yang saat itu mayoritas adalah orang orang tiongkok dan wilayah pribumi, sehingga tuan tanah tidak dapat melewati wilayah tersebut karena adanya pagar berupa pembatas ghoib dan dengan demikian pergerakan tuan tanah dibatasi untuk memperluas wilayahnya.

    Dengan sejarah yang panjang, nama Sepatan menyimpan berbagai cerita unik dan menarik dibaliknya. Sebagai manusia moderen, mungkin semua terdengar khayalan belaka namun posisi kita sebagai penduduk sebaiknya menghormati dan menjaga sejarah yang telah tertulis ini dengan baik.

sumber: https://youtu.be/SsTdGytf2YA?si=4IzBv__Aa0tOJLQL