I think it is wonderful to see nature intertwined with modernity without being overpowered. Chiang Mai felt like that. Be it in the countryside or the city. I loved seeing remnants of the old city, where the intertwined nature and urban architecture reveal its history. May we always have good days in Mae Rim. And … Continue reading Chiang Mai in 12 Snaps
(Note: The post was first drafted in 2021 and have since been updated.) In the age of social media and the privilege of having anonymity, it seems that the callout culture has been increasingly vicious and detrimental. Calling out on someone is not new and something that we all do in real time. If someone … Continue reading What is the threshold for Callout Culture?
I don't know, and I don't think so, but I would like to find out one day. Since young, I've always wanted to open up my own business. A quirky shop which has a similar concept to Naiise and Muji, selling with items from M-io gift in the past (quirky pens and stationary), in a … Continue reading Is running a business really fun?
2023 has been about the year of making goals and meeting them. Not necessarily meeting them exceptionally but taking that first step on the journey or process. I had aspirations and a bucket list of interests, that were propelled further with the encouragement of friends and even a health and wellness coach. (Psst, if you … Continue reading Looking back: 2023
[post was written in June 2021] I have been enjoying my time learning Thai language over the past few months. I first started my basic level 1 class in Feb 2021. Thai was also a new language achievement for me because I usually stop learning a new language at Level 2, but I actually proceeded … Continue reading Level up with Language – Thai Edition
This is a question that no one ever asked me before, but I always ask myself. It was my insecurity, not being able to be the best in something, anything. Growing up seeing many accomplished friends who excelled better than me at studies, who are more creative, have more resources and networks, "better" parents, more … Continue reading How do you feel about being a jack of all trades?
Souvenir /ˌsuːvəˈnɪə/ noun- A thing that is kept as a reminder of a person, place, or event.Dictionary.com Aha, am I finally touching on this topic? The magic word for this article: SOUVENIRS! When I recalled my travels (now COVID, can only look back on our trips ya), my parents had said not to bother to … Continue reading What souvenirs should I gift others from my travels?
Whenever you are sick, there are a few options of treating yourself - at home, the polyclinic, hospital, or a General Practitioner (GP) clinic found near your HDB. [Disclaimer: This is referring to the usual illnesses like flu, cough, fever etc] Flower Dome Credit: Ghazi I thought about writing this after a visit to my … Continue reading 5 reasons to go to a Family Clinic (GP)
Photo by Pexels.com I had never understood why product categories call it Health & Beauty / Beauty & Personal Care. A few days back, I suddenly realised that health and beauty do come hand-in-hand. Health is a state of physical, mental and social well-being in which disease and infirmity are absent. Wikipedia, WHO Constitution Since health is so subjective, it is difficult … Continue reading My epiphany on health and beauty
If there is one thing I've learnt from the working world, is that you should never do more than you need to. Because people may take advantage of your kindness to help, and try to absolve themselves of their own responsibility. The scary thing is, your efforts may not even be recognised and appreciated, and … Continue reading Woes of a Workaholic
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