My reflection or thought on random matters
“I wish you all the failures you can get, especially in your early life.” It’s an unconventional wish, isn’t it? But what if I told you that early failures could be the key to your long-term success? Eric Tan‘s story…
My Anda Arctic Ice Shower contraption has finally arrived, and the installation was a breeze. However, due to my rain shower head’s position, I had to get creative and secure one end to the door. This means the door tends…
I drive an old beat-up hybrid car. A few months ago, the error lights started coming on frequently. It turned out to be a battery issue that couldn’t be fixed—only replaced. The cheapest replacement was $6.2k, so I delayed until…
I’ve consumed enough content to separate the genuine advice from those pushing personal agendas disguised as “experiments.” You’ve likely seen the notorious “How I Got Rich” memes – authors listing impossibly regimented daily routines of waking at 5 AM, cold…
Jerry Seinfeld, award-winning comedian, actor, producer and author, delivered the commencement address during Duke’s 2024 university-wide commencement ceremony in Wallace Wade Stadium on May 12, 2024. Seinfeld urged graduates to remember to laugh and navigate life with humour. “All of…
Earlier this year, 3 out of 4 of my kids were enrolled into Maths tuition. I had to pick the virtual option because it was the most economical, but you can still hear my wallet scream. So I was blown away…
I’ve recorded nearly 300 podcast episodes, but haven’t listened to a single one in full. My own voice makes me cringe – like nails on a chalkboard shagging a lawnmower. It got slightly better over time, like getting used to…
I got this from Noah Kagan’s podcast, in which he got his guest to brag about herself for 35 seconds. I was quite blown away by that question, given how much of an imposter syndrome I carry. And I did…
