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How can Singaporeans be happy?
via Tan Kin Lian's Blog by Tan Kin Lian on Jun 22, 2007
COMMENT POSTED IN MY BLOG:
In my 9 years here, I've rarely met anyone who's happy about their job. Everyone has grouses ... and why?
Mostly due to Money. Let's all admit it, isn't this society driven by monetary excellence? What else? High expectations has been drilled since we are young. High expectations of your maid, the guy at the front bank desk, your colleagues.
Everything is speed, accuracy, and excellence. Would anyone dare fail? What's this all boils down to? Higher stress ---> Grouses??
Is this only happening in Singapore? I don't think so. Maybe it's more evident here? Possibly?
So therefore, your statement may have to evolve to 'how can Singaporeans be happy?'
Mr. Tan sir, please share some thoughts.
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REPLY:
I like to invite other readers to share their thoughts.
Here are some of my suggestions:
* live within our income
* save 15% for our future needs
* do not spend unnecessary (to keep up with other people)
* avoid borrowing on credit card
* do not envy other people; live our own life
* look for the things that are inexpensive or free in Singapore; they are plenty
* do not waste our time doing the unnecessary work
* talk to friends and colleagues
* have an inexpensive hobby
* spend time to be nice to other people
* think of others; not just ourself
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2 comments:
This is rather interesting to talk about. You know at times when I spend time with my "wordly" friends I can feel the hopelessness and meaningless in their spirit. It saddens me to think about how they live life without knowing Jesus.
Anyway, just to add to the list, recently i find meditating the word a very refreshing and satisfying experience. Makes me happy. And of course spending time laughing with Clarah just makes my day =)
It seems to me that some of the dissatisfaction felt in one's life is due to discontent, that many people are discontent with what they have and constantly compare themselves to others whom they think are "better off" than themselves in some way, be it financially or otherwise.
Of course, we know that it is not possible to feel fully content without Jesus. However, in my opinion, the "unhappiness" felt by some working adults is not really rooted in genuine and serious problems in their lives, but having an envious mentality and imagining that the grass is always greener on the other side.
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