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How to take your mind off of crazy world?

Posted on November 16, 2018November 18, 2022 by chefswifediary

Painting, seems to appeal to limited group of people. Perhaps it’s the thought of having to be perfect that hesitates one from painting. Perhaps it’s the judgemental world that one is afraid of. Perhaps it’s the criticisms one is fearful of. Perhaps being associated to painting are considered quirky, introvert or unfriendly because one is…

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Brooklyn Bridge, New York

I am drained.

Posted on September 12, 2018November 18, 2022 by chefswifediary

Hustle, bustle… if they come without passion, what am I aiming for? Constantly thinking, constantly trying to find the meaning to life. I can’t help but emphasise how important it is to keep focused and reminded on our goals. If they ain’t clear, then clear them. If they are easily forgotten, then maybe the goals…

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Tanjong Beach, Singapore

How far does fame bring me?

Posted on August 22, 2018November 18, 2022 by chefswifediary

First day of fame, it feels amazing. People love me. People adore me. People want a piece of me. Because I am being the perfect me. I didn’t want it to stop. Fame is addictive and it’s a lot of hard work. It can only grow more, not less. As long as I portray what…

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When we stop looking at what’s real around us.

Posted on August 20, 2018November 18, 2022 by chefswifediary

I log on to Instagram every now and then, looking for inspiration. It tickles me sometimes, and I salute people who spend extra hours beautifying pictures to be showcased to the world. It’s a full time job to create inspiration for others. Not easy. At times, I do not see them as inspiration. It can…

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Going Deep

Posted on July 15, 2018November 18, 2022 by chefswifediary

Life is crafted when she was born Follow the flow is what she’s taught For many years she never question the wrongs All that she knows is to do the norms Society is surprising, oh yes she knows Because people are different with unique goal The norms that others do is not what she would…

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Pollen, Gardens by the Bay, Singapore

Desperate for Approval

Posted on June 13, 2018March 7, 2023 by chefswifediary

Going on social network, stalking others life, and uploading updates are becoming daily norms these days. Not to mention even parents are starting social media accounts for newborns just to prep them for this new world. What are we trying to achieve out of exposing ourselves? Are we desperate for approval from others? My life…

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Coffee, Pollen, Gardens by the Bay, Singapore

The Perfect Job Hunt

Posted on June 8, 2018July 11, 2024 by chefswifediary

I quit a new job after 5 months. This is my first career break attempt after 14 years and the shortest service I ever given to an employer. How does it feel like to drop everything off my shoulder after all these workaholic years? Am I a quitter? I could have continued, regardless if it is…

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Da Nang⁩, ⁨Thành Phố Đà Nẵng⁩, ⁨Vietnam⁩

Who we really are?

Posted on June 6, 2018November 18, 2022 by chefswifediary

Instagram feeds have not been doing good apart from reaping our self-esteem apart. As much as we love posting our best shots to showcase the best part of our life, the social competition just keeps getting better with soaring apps assistance. The intensity of social upward comparison creates constant self-assessment of individuals, leading towards desires…

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Corporate servant by day, blogger by night, a mommy always. Married to a chef—I love food, he brings it to life. A self-taught artist, I reflect and write about how I strive to do it all.
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