@@user-fr9yo7sx6h London will always be home, I love my city so much. For now, we are undecided about the next phase so we will stay put until we make a decision. Travel will always be part of our lives though ❤️
Love your storytelling. I moved from Woking (Surrey) to Sydney. Sure you can have as much planning and control in your life as you want. But make sure you have some friends in Singapore, who you can meet for having good time. Otherwise, the next time you go back to London and meet your friends, you won’t feel like going back to Singapore again.
I have lived in Singapore for 38 years. I have friends from Australia & USA who intend to migrate to Singapore, thinking it's a small city state in Asia, where an expat will be highly valued. They thought, we need English teachers, we still live in jungle, and since it's part of Asia, it must be cheap. I told them : Give it trial run, at least 3 - 6 months! They were shocked at how modern it is, almost everything runs on auto & digital. Their wives & daughters are safe back at the apartment at 2 am after dancing at the clubs, took taxi. All these infrastructure cost money, so is safety. Heck, Singapore was even once import drinking water! Singapore's cost of living is high. Employment is tight & competitive. Somebody from China, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, Myanmar will be ready to do your type of jobs, for lower price. Since the pandemic, when most of workforce chose to work from home, the rental of apartment has been skyrocketing. It's what it's. My take is: You can't be poor in Singapore, life will be miserable.
@@vrindanambiar4470 Singapore has diverse residential area. $10k a month for 2 persons is good enough, if you know how to budget properly. Eg. Stay at suburban, where the apartment rental is cheaper. Supermarket products are cheaper - this is where the locals shop. The wet markets are plenty, where you could get fresh produce eg : meat, vegetables, fruit, etc. Restaurant prices downtown is expensive, but many cafe & food court & fast food joints are relatively cheap. Don't worry about transport, Singapore is an island, everywhere is connected by MRT (train) and buses. These public transport is cheap. Don't buy car. Car in Singapore is 4x the price in Europe & USA.
I just wrote an equivalent assessment of Sydney based on your honesty but it turned from a dirge into a novella. In my case i was sizing up the impact of living conditions on personal connections. The short version is Sydney was recently voted the third least friendly city on earth and although I'm not widely travelled, this rang true for me, when this definitely wasn't always the case. I think this is a place where the impact of changing economics on culture and interpersonal relationships is stark. To the extent that even relative wealth, as well, is arguably not enough to sustain you here. It was once a place where you could still have an interesting life with warmth in it even if you were not wealthy. I miss those days terribly. It just became incrementally less and less like that. I've sometimes said that living in Sydney feels like living with someone you've broken up with. It's like you need to grieve but instead you can't distance yourself, all the time. I don't know if that makes any sense, I've never lived with an ex. I've also said it's like living with a ghost city superimposed onto the one you see, where you're haunted. It sounds a bit emo and gentrification in cities is common, I'm not as young as i was, and i am also depressed. Which is why when i saw that vote of unfriendliness it was like a revelation. It's hard to put my finger on things that might be universal rather than my particulars, at least without waffling. I can almost explain it like an infection where you could almost unconsciously start to become part of an atmosphere you hate just by trying to subsist and get by. If we take the idea of avoidance of eye contact on public transport as a reference point, it's both super unfriendly and there's also reasons this behaviour is learned over time, until you may practice it yourself unconsciously without a second thought. I think one of my biggest worries about this place is that it hardens people and arguably you will be in some degree of danger here if you cannot foster this trait. It's a dog eat dog world and if you tend to get anxious under stupid amounts of pressure, please stay far away if you can, I feel like joyful people could wind uo leading a joyless existence here. It could still change again, but it could be argued the city has always had traits from its colonial inception that are rotten to the core. John Birmingham who wrote He Died With A Felafel In His Hand wrote a history of the seamier side of Sydney called Leviathan, and this is a reminder to myself to read it.
@@vrindanambiar4470 As a total salary, that would be the middle income. If you mean sgd 10k in saving and no income, then it's easily gone in 2-6 months depending on your rent and lifestyle. Rent would be your biggest expense.
You look like such a “private” couple, yet took the time to share your lives with us. So, thank you. Acceptance is the key to keep moving on. It is said that one’s happiness is inversely proportional to one’s expectations. Enjoyed your video. You are so talented. Stay happy.
Sg is branded as the most expensive city to lived in due to bias reporting based on expat living their full western lifestyle without adapting to Sg local lifestyle. Cars ownership are purposely made costly to limit the need to expand roads infrastructure in limited land in this small island. But this is grossly compensated by the public transport (trains & bus & taxis ) systems. Housing rentals has escalated in 2022 largely due to the huge surge of expats, foreign companies and Chinese relocating to Sg from China & Hong Kong. Also the downturn of global economy coupled with the Ukraine / Russia war affecting EU countries, UK and US, many westerners plus some Indian nationals also relocate to Sg due to Sg’s stability. This aggravated rental market chasing the steep rise. The cheaper way is to rent and live in our HDB flats which is much more affordable than condominium and landed properties.
Yes, spot on! It's definitely multi-factorial causes; rent hikes and general cost of living hikes occurring globally. I really pray it'll get easier for everyone. Thank you for watching and for taking the time to comment :) happy new year ❤️
@@fahmidamiah Most Welcomed. Happy New Year too. Hope Sg will ride out 2023 GMA Al economy uncertainties & storms. I believe it is possible. We did it before and will do it again. May God bless u with peace, joy & strength for each day.
@@fahmidamiah Don’t rent condominium or private house. Rent a HDB flat, it’s definitely cheaper. Eat at our food courts or local markets, buy groceries from Supermarkets like Giant, NTUC or Sheng Siong, stay away from Cold Storage. The best bargains are from Sheng Siong. If you live like a local, you’ll find everything is affordable and not expensive at all. Take public transports, buses and MRT are also very cheap.
@@bell-xk5ddBut renting HDB properties will further exacerbate the cost of living for native renters waiting for their own BTOs or who can’t afford a HDB.
@@bell-xk5dd HDB are also expensive to rent ..for 2 bhk hdb agents are asking between 3k to 3.5k …most of the owners have drastically increased rent .. almost 50% with in a year ..
Hi , why not move to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia ? It's HEAVEN on EARTH ! Food haven , much cheaper accomodation , English language friendly , friendly people , so much to explore ...... , great infrastructure , diversified culture ...... This list goes on , and on , and on . MUCH , MUCH , MUCH CHEAPER than Singapore.
Hi Jason, thank you for watching the video. You are not the first person to mention Malaysia, which is definitely interesting ☺️ I have to agree that it’s an amazing place. We lived in KL for a few months pre/pandemic and we have so many great memories. I also want to spend time in Malaysian Kampungs too some time 😍 Thank you for sharing your experience, no doubt it is helpful to us and will be to many others 🥰who read through the comments section. Have a great day! ❤️
@@Sunshine-zi4nq oh look, here you are again, another bitter comment. The person above is sharing how wonderful Malaysia is, they’re not saying anything “bad” about Singapore. Why are you leaving bitter comments on my channel, especially when elsewhere you are telling others not to comment on Singapore. You’re a hypocrite, racist troll.
I just came back from Malaysia after visiting some relatives. Inflation there is crazy. For locals,their daily necessities is way more expensive for locals earning ringgit. Even their so called subsidise petrol is 😅 In fact,normal people like us,no matter where,Inflation hit many of us. As for housing in Singapore, like what some mentioned,the housing market is crazy because of many expats moving here which pushes up the rental market. One more thing is that during the last 2 years covid,there was not enough manpower building new houses. Now manpower is back,the building of new houses is starting to get back into shape,so hopefully in a year or 2,the market will be lowered or at least stabilise. There's always light at the end of the tunnel! Keep going👍
Thank you very much for sharing this ❤️ Yes, indeed, it’s very difficult for so many, too many, in fact. I am hoping that over the next year or two, things will ease for everyone, especially those struggling. I am definitely praying this is not the “new normal” and feel the same - there is light at the end of the tunnel, for sure 🌈❤️❤️ Happy new year ☺️
Don't think too much. Keep moving forward. When we are aware that each moment of each day, each gesture and step we take, is truly mystical and full of wonder, we will live our lives with greater thought and care. We will also have greater respect and appreciation for the lives of others.
This is so beautiful to read, especially “we will live our lives with great thought and care”. This rings true for me. Appreciating every day as it comes. Thank you for sharing, happy new year, wishing you a beautiful 2023 ❤️🥰❤️
Learn to adapt. Expect the unexpected no matter how well you have planned because there will be factors which are not in your control. Simply put, the world is not perfect, and we all live in this imperfect world. As long as you moderate your expectation and loosen up a bit in your strive for perfection, you will find life less stressful and acceptable. It's all in the mind. Sometimes, just accept reality as is. It is what it is. You would probably be happier. Look for the sunshine, not the rain. Be optimistic.
Great videos! I used to work and lived in Singapore. I then return to my hometown to start my own business. I have since travelled back and forth to Singapore frequently. This tiny little country holds a special place in my little family’s heart. ❤
So glad you enjoyed it. And I completely agree: Singapore is a tiny country that makes a big impact. Congrats on you business and I hope you get to spend more time here with your family ❤
Most people who move to Singapore do not really understand the related costs of living the same lifestyle as back home in US or UK or Australia . Once they try to settle down here they realize it is very different ( cost , culture , location etc ) and have to adapt fast to what they have been given or regret . " The secret of being happy is accepting where and how you are in life now and making the most everyday whatever card you are being dealt with...the good, the bad and the in betweens "
Thank you so much for watching. Everything you ever written is the main reason I made the video ☺️❤️ I appreciate you sharing your thoughts too. Wishing you a wonderful weekend!
Thank you so much for sharing this. You are not the first to say this, so I think it’s valuable and some food for thought for others for sure. I appreciate you watching the video ❤️
a dumbass comment, so all the elderly are suffering now? are your parents suffering? or you consider yourself rich? All singaporeans can retire comfortably, not luxuriously though.
Singapore is a place to work and retire. One doesn't have to be rich. Because of the strong SGD, people compare and thinking they can get a better deal overseas.
A really beautiful and honest video. Happy you have no regrets now. Singapore welcome both of you. Hope things will eventually fall into place as planned. Good luck, blessed 2023.
Thank you so much! We are enjoying Singapore, Christmas was lovely and felt really festive and the new year celebrations everywhere were so much fun. Wishing you an amazing 2023 🎉❤️
we live in Singapore and we settled our roof at a village near HuaHin..every moment of our life is fighting between options and choices. keep going and stay happy of every moment you have.
We just googled HuaHin... Wow! 😮😮😮 We hope you are settled there, happy and having the time of your life :) Thank you for watching the video and for your lovely comment. It is so encouraging. We wish you a wonderful 2023 in HuaHin and wherever else life may take you ❤️🏖️
Just remember, Singapore is a good place to travel to many places in the region like Bali, Phuket and so many other places whenever you need a change of scenery.Glad you found that peace you have been seeking.I guess part of it is just gratitude for what we have.
Oh you’re so right about this, Singapore is amazing for so much travel ✈️ we also feel there’s so much we still have to explore on the island too!! ❤️Thank you for your lovely words, for watching the video and sharing. We are so happy to be here and looking forward to the rest of 2023. Happy new year 🥰❤️🎉
Thank you for sharing. Great video❤ And, welcome to Singapore🎉. Just want to say not only in Singapore, everyone in any corner in this world has their own issues to manage. It’s the mentality how you want to handle it. Stay Positive 🎉
I would earn in SG and then shops in JB . I would purchase bags , shoes ,clothes,Starbucks ,massage, spa & entertainments all in JB .I must say that Malaysia's hospitality is better than Singapore's . The Malaysians are friendlier has pleasant personality .They do not have that "bitter" and uptight face that many Singaporeans have.
Thank you so much for sharing your valuable experiences. I definitely agree, Malaysia is a beautiful, friendly and a very hospitable place, it's one of my favourite places on earth. I do think that in Singapore, hospitality and friendliness is "served" differently, for example, I've been lost a few times in Singapore and after approaching locals, they've been super friendly and we end up talking for a bit, same in cafes I frequent, with local customers, baristas and waiters. I've enjoyed this here. I think London also has a reputation of being "unfriendly" (which I can completely see), but when you start talking to Londoners, they are very helpful and will stop in their busy day to assist (mostly). I believe love and kindness can be served in different ways, but ultimately, most people in the world are kind. I discuss this a bit in the following video: ruclips.net/video/NF_hBBWX3pU/видео.html And, I'm looking forward to returning to Malaysia soon ❤🇲🇾
There are two types of ppl here. Super rich or those born here. One has a choice and one has no choice. Keep up or left out. That is our lifestyle here. Once my friend planned his retirement in Australia and flew back just after 6 months. The reason is that it is too slow there, he retired as a taxi driver instead.
Thank you for sharing. I'm kind of... sad 😔 to read you feel "one has no choice". I am learning the dog eat dog lifestyle here, it's the same in most busy cities. But, I like to believe we all have a/some choice, in one way or another, especially in our lifestyle. I couldn't tell from your comment, but is your retired friend happy to return to Singapore? Btw, Nothing wrong with taxi driving, this was my dad's job when I was young. I have the utmost respect for those who make our societies run. They deserve the real riches in life 😊
As someone who moved here recently with my husband , if you don't look oriental/chinese they will treat you a bit differently. My husband is white and I am tanned. First two months I was here I noticed Singaporean especially the elderly love to stare and its so uncomfortable for me but I was being optimistic and thinking maybe they just being curious, till I encountered something that hurt my feelings. One of our neighbours came to our house, to say hi, and they thought Im the maid. They just love to stare at us, I think its very rude. Apart from this experience i think singapore is lovely.
So sorry that this happened to u. My cousin is Eurasian and sometimes gets mistaken too. It’s a genuine mistake by the elderly locals. The younger ones are less tactless and they are more cosmopolitan. I really feel bad for your experience but I hope we’ve been nice otherwise. Every country has its ups and downs. My friends and I were mistaken for being Jap in England and got spat on by some elderly people there before. That was in the 90s, so those were vets who knew Japan to be cruel at war. None of us were Jap, but they couldn’t tell us apart. ^^”
What’s wrong to be the maid? Maids are humans and make money. I’ll be offended if anyone thought I was a criminal, pedo, rapist, thief but nothing wrong from being the maid. I’m a Latina and they think I am Philippine although Koreans apparently can tell the difference. I’m brown and have no problems other than men’s approaching in romantic ways which I just ignore! But yeah nothing wrong to be the maid, shouldn’t hurt your feelings. Perhaps wasn’t even the skin color perhaps was the behavior and attitude.
@@saronahjorgen5845 I doubt it was not based in your skin color it was based on the vibe you gave to the person who knew could get into your nerve, insecurity by pointing your skin color. It’s not the first time it happens? Is it? It’s something that bother you and others can read it. Start by being ok on your own skin, by knowing you’re a child lox god like I and even the person who thought or poke you into calling you a maid, This person was vibing low and so were you with your skin color insecurity. I’ve been before in my ignorance thinking I was better to the ones who were few shades darker than I. It’s just a reflection of our own insecurities. Anyone secure of itself will take it as a simply mistake, well I was confused as the maid so what how do that lower my value. Realize brown, blue or violet you’re a child of god, a mad or a doctor or lawyer you’re still a child of god. Do go and no harms even to those who bother you, just move on from it as they most probably received otherwise how would they know it and use it as a weapon. Our world is upside down and we continue to fight, not ascend to a more loving energy. I repeat, maid, doctor , a freaking presidents it’s still our same creator, Muslim, catholic, Jewish it’s still the same god. Leave behind the insecurity child of god. Be always blessed.
@@XiXai If you're not a local, don't even bother commenting like u know the situation. Casual racism is common here. The racist aunties here often "mistaken" brown skinned women for being a maid. It's often intentional.
Thank you for your kind comment ❤️ I am feeling very hopeful for 2023 ☺️ These past months to rest have been so enlightening! Singapore has been wonderful. We’ll be joining art and photography walks with groups (hopefully soon) and really looking forward to meeting more people and CNY 🎉🥰❤️
Born and bred here I thought life was all this rush and race till I left for study overseas. I want to say that there is always a choice even for us Singaporeans. But a slower pace probably means a lower pay too
Thank you for sharing your experience. I have to agree, with the way this world functions, when we slow down something has to give, and it’s usually pay. But I do believe, if one has the means (even modest means), it can do wonders to slow down, leave the rat race (even if temporarily). We were never designed to work in that way. In case you’re interested, I talk a little about this in my earlier videos: Moving to Singapore (part 1) and a silent vlog from 2021 titled Working from Home. Wishing you the best for 2023 ❤️ thank you for being here ❤️
If budget is your main concern, perhaps you could try experience lower cost cities like Bangkok, Manila or Kuala Lumpur, Penang 1st? Maybe try living there for 1 month or so. Few years ago, I often go to Singapore for work. It is a beautiful & safe country. I do like Singapore a lot but I know I can't afford a luxury lifestyle there. Singapore is great but if a comfortable/luxury lifestyle we are looking for, we either have to earn more or choose a lower cost country. I will still love to travel to Singapore for sure.
TBH, sg is very expensive and at the same time is very boring in here. It is small and not much things to see also. There are better country to explore and enjoy life rather than you pay so much and still get nothing.
Thanks so much for your insight, it will be useful to others. We have been enjoying Singapore, but we and many others are having countless conversations around exactly what you’ve shared. It’s all really about “value for money”. I think foreigners from countries with weaker currencies compared to Singapore may see a financial benefit, but generally, I think those that aren’t from those countries will see a hit to their savings e.g., for a ONE bed/studio for rent is £2500-800 per calendar month, not including bills and expenses (so families with tuition fees have a lot more expenses). I do think in this seemingly “year of layoffs” people will reconsider moving abroad generally, or returning home.
What a wonderful ending! I love Singapore it’s a beautiful country with beautiful people……..I’m happy for you that you had no regrets in the end……what an amazing thing to do spend a year there…I’m very envious…..good luck 🇸🇬❤️
This is such a well articulated and resonant video. It's so refreshing to hear your experience narrated in a calm, genuine, and rhythmic way. I also wanted to say I am equally susceptible to planning and over-planning and at present I have mapped out the next 3-5 years of what I want/ expect my life to look like, recognising the risks that come with trying to plan so far ahead. I cannot be certain where I will end up in the coming years, but I hope wherever I am, I am without regret. :) P.S - I will be looking up the works of Mahmoud Darwish now
This is such a beautiful comment, thank you so much for watching and for sharing your experience with planning. Mahmoud Darwish’s writing is absolutely mesmerising, I hope you will enjoy the works ❤️
Singapore is the worst place in Asia for expats to move. Everything is expensive, crowded and humid all year round, especially for budget travelers. There are better places to move such as Thailand, Malaysia and Vietnam
Yup, it definitely depends on one’s budget! We don’t mind the heat in all honesty, and endless Summer is a dream for us. We do love Malaysia though, and Thailand is a fantastic place. We haven’t visited Vietnam yet and hoping to ❤️
@@johnchan3765 Please provide data for your statement. A quick RUclips search will reveal your statement to be untrue. Most budget travelers and expats prefer Thailand for long term visa. It's economical which allows pensioners to stretch their dollars thin while living a comfortable life. It's impossible to do that in Singapore.
@@ViolentCabbage-ym7ko Go check the survey by ECA International .... N of course .... we are not talking about budget travellers here but professionals ... Have fun in Thailand ... including smoking cannabis if that's part of your leisure pursuit. LOL
I stumbled upon this video by chance, and thank you for sharing this. I am a local who decided to move out of my mum's place and live independently five years ago - something that is uncommon amongst the locals. Just as there were ups to having my own space, there are certainly downs that come with it. Those down moments made me feel regretful at times for moving out and the thought of moving back to my mum's place is, for lack of a better word, embarrassing - despite her lovingly keeping the option open for me. Recently, life has it that I got into a dispute with my then-landlord that forced me out of the apartment and settled in another unit that, to quote your words in this video, is far from perfect. I have spent the last few months desperately trying to find a space that would be more long-term for me but that has not been successful. I felt lost and desperate until I decided to slow down and appreciate what I have now and funny how life just got brighter and lighter then. My point is, I felt I was alone in going through all that until I saw this and, so, it is always a good reminder that when you think you are alone, you are not. No regrets. Only life experiences to live and remember by :)
Thank you so much for sharing, it was truly insightful to read the experiences of renting from yourself as a local. You have really helped me understand renting in Singapore more from your perspective. I am so sorry that you've experienced these downs and hope you are doing okay now? We are sending you lots of love and well wishes to find home. Because that's what we all want and need, whether it's our own property (mortgaged) or we are renting, we as human beings need home. For physical shelter and for our general wellbeing. I hope you have found it and feeling much more rooted and stable now in life ❤️ I've had my fair share of bad landlords too (as well as good ones), so I completely relate to your experience of needing to leave a place because of them :( But like you have said, life is a journey and our experiences truly make us stronger and wiser. I am so glad you have no regrets. Thank you so much for sharing, it has meant to much to me! I would also love to hear from you and see how you are doing. If you'd like to email me, that would be amazing. You can find my email in the description :) I hope to hear from you soon ❤️
I'm glad that at the end of the video you said you have no regrets :) Seriously, Singapore is one of the safest places in the world. Transport links via MRT and buses to everywhere - you don't need a car. Here there are no natural disasters, no typhoons. Weather is like summer all year round - no freezing cold winters. Can jet to neighbouring countries for holidays on the cheap. In Singapore, everything is so convenient. If you are hungry, just walk downstairs to hawker stall. Of course there will always be other factors like increasing rental to contend with - but you need to understand why this is so - there are many others like you coming here to take advantage of the job or business opportunities and personal safety they cannot find back home.
Singapore is the best place i have ever lived in. The feeling of safety, quality education for kids, affordable food, amazing public transport and the lively vibe sealed the deal for me. never too crowded like Delhi or Mumbai. It's just the property that's a bit expensive. HDBs are comparatively affordable but you may not get a "posh" feeling. I live in Toronto and miss Singapore everyday.
@@fahmidamiah indian citizen here. My Singapore work permit ended. And then I applied for permanent residency in Canada, got it and moved. Singapore's PR is a tough nut to crack these days.
This was exceptional. It felt like a well made professional documentary. I even liked your singing. You have a great voice and ability to present. I also liked the way you tied the initial question into the answer at the end. Have a wonderful day.
This is a beautiful little short video. I too moved to Singapore for higher education last year with big plans and a dream. Things didn’t go as per plan and I’ve always had to redirect efforts and change the course of action. What I loved about your video is how you’ve been able to still make sense of it all despite the obvious disappointments we do face. We can only truly hope for the best but ultimately what’s written will manifest, the rest is just our emotions, thoughts, anxiety and fear that’s holding us back or clouding judgement. Moving wasn’t the easiest but I don’t regret taking the plunge and I suppose life is what you make of it but also what’s in store for you. However through it all, it’s important to take each day as it comes and appreciate the time we have and be happy in the present which is a much more healthier way to go about life. Deep underlying messages and I’m glad that I can relate to this and that there are other people who are also going through the same feelings and emotions.
Thank you so much for sharing your experiences. It means a lot and I know it will mean so much to others who have or are going through this anywhere in the world. Everything you wrote resonates with me, and exactly why I made the video to share, so thank you so much for being here 🙏🏽 I’m sorry that life didn’t turn out as expected, life is so funny like that, especially when we feel so sure of things and have dreamt it for a long time. I truly believe: What's meant for you will never miss you and what missed you was never meant for you ❤️ So I am wishing and 🙏🏽 that the path you are on now, created by your experiences, leads you to success, great love, rest and peace ☺️ Please take care ❤️
Glad to see that you are settling down well here and enjoying each moment of your life. We welcome you. If you are planning to settle down is Sg, do consider buying a small condo unit as money paid for a property will always be your own money unlike renting one.
Thank you for your lovely comment, we will hopefully look into these in the future 🤞🏾 we are proud to call Singapore home and for welcoming us 🥹🏡 thank you for watching the video and happy new year ❤️🥰🎉
Why are you here?! I just spent 20 days in London for work and returning to Singapore made me depressed! I would gladly move the opposite direction! Haha. Great video and narration.
Haha thank you for watching! I'm so happy you enjoyed London ❤️ ... which parts of London did you visit and I'm curious to know what made you enjoy it so much? :)
@@fahmidamiah its just the environment, every step you can feel a part of the history due to the architectural mix of old and new buildings. Streets are not exactly super clean but that doesn't bother me. Foods amazing! The service experience at least from my short 20 days has been amazing. People are generally more polite and conversational than Singaporeans which is a big plus.
I'm glad you enjoyed it. I do love London a lot, it is home after all. There is a "vibe" in London that you don't see or feel elsewhere and aside from the crime and the well reported issues, it is a fun place with a lot to do, see and eat. I miss my Uni days when I had afternoons free between lectures, and I'd jump on the tube and go anywhere and everywhere. It really is a great city ❤ I hope you get to live there, even if it's only for awhile :)
For me life is a learning process...the mistakes we make and the hardships we face make us stronger and better person...i think in the next few years you can plan again moving to another south asian country...SG is definitely a very good place to settle down but the problem is the highly crazy living cost...if you are a city girl, you should try to go to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia or Bangkok, Thailand...make a detailed research and learn from mistakes...hope you enjoying you life and hopefully a better life await you and your husband..
Thank you so much for watching and sharing, Muhammad - it's really great to read other people's experiences and insights ❤️ . A lot of people in the comments are suggesting the same: KL and Bangkok - which is very interesting. We lived in KL for a few months pre-pandemic (amazing!) and backpacked through Thailand (2016 - incredible experience!). I wish I filmed more of it. For now, we are loving Singapore. I wouldn't call it a mistake coming here at all, but just more of an expensive rental market that we - and many others - have found quite difficult, as it rapidly became even more expensive in 2022 after we landed. It's an aspect of life that would and will affect many people, and we wanted to be real about our moving abroad experience. Hopefully this video and helpful comments like yours will greatly help others. Wishing you a wonderful year ahead ❤️ ❤️ ❤️
We are planning to move to Singapore...Many people living in Singapore told us that the rental is expensive...schooling is expensive (for my 6th Grade daughter)...Not sure we are making the right choice...but as a tourist, we have visited this country many times, and every time we visit it feels like we are being called here..like this country...still believe that we will make it somehow... Btw: Your video and narration are awesome! Thumbs up!
Hi Vijai, thank you for watching ❤️ I hope the comments section will be useful to you too, with many sharing about their positive and negative experiences in Singapore. Wishing you the absolute best for you and your family 🥰
While watching this I inadvertently reached out for some tissue paper. Your narrative is so wonderfully poetic it moved me. Living in such a fast-paced country can be quite daunting, but if we learn to slow down and appreciate the little things … life will take a shape of their own
Thank you so much for your lovely comment 🥹 it means so much to me that you enjoyed the video. I really hope you will enjoy future videos. Thank you so much for being here and taking the time to explore the channel ❤️ I hope you have a wonderful day.
We are so happy to be here 🇸🇬🥰❤️ Thank you for watching the video and for your incredibly kind words, we hope you had a lovely Xmas and happy new year 🎉🎉🎉
in Singapore you must mix with the locals and the only way to do that is live in the hdb estate. u can find very nice hdb units in singapore. if u live straight in orchard road u will be lost and wont see singapore as a whole. singapore is also expensive. most of my expat friends agree with it. so make sure u have enough before you come over.
Hi Eve, thank you so much for sharing! 🥰 I think a lot of choices in location is around access to people’s offices and work, so people choose more central places for this reason. And currently HDB rents are also very similar to condos although only slightly cheaper. But You are right though, to really know a place, living amongst locals is key, it’s why airbnb is very popular for travellers around the world, but of course airbnb wouldn’t work in Singapore. Thanks for watching! Hope you’re having a great week so far! ❤️
Just a bit curious are the locals really that friendly? I think most are immersed in their phones and in their own world, Most of them don't even smile or say hello ...sometimes it does get lonely here but if your an introvert you will enjoy the place
This is the first video I've seen on your channel and am already falling in love with the style it's being shot and narrated. As a local, I understand singapore can be extremely expensive, but it can also be really affordable if you don't over indulge. Apartment rentals have indeed skyrocketed and it is the same for HDBs, condos or houses. I hope 2023 will be better for you and your husband. Interesting to see many areas around clarke quay being captured, as I work in this area as well. Also love your channel name, metalove. It was late last year when I went on a 10 day vipassana meditation course and also learnt about meta and giving back. May all be happy.
I appreciate your time in watching the video and leaving such a wonderful comment. Thank you! ❤️ Singapore is certainly expensive, but beyond that, we love it. For us, it's just mainly been the rental market that's been the biggest "shock" to the system (and for others too). I made the video to help people, but it's so wonderful to have locals in Singapore message me. I am truly touched by the Singaporean spirit. I appreciate your feedback on the channel name too, this is beautiful to know :) Btw, you may enjoy the following video too: ruclips.net/video/4jJOPhAbBgs/видео.html Thank you also for your well wishes. We are wishing you a beautiful 2023.
I chanced upon this video, and i am extremely impressed by the quality. Really loved your narration and writing. Reminded me of writing daily journals when i was younger. It’s a really beautiful piece of work, and i look forward to watching more of your content ❤
I really appreciate you watching the video and taking the time to comment ❤️ I also love that you mention journal writing because this channel is mainly based on some of my journalling ❤️ I hope you’ll enjoy more videos to come. Thank you so much for your supportive comment!
What a great video and narration! I can totally relate that Singapore is a bustling and beautiful city. Yes it's expensive but that's mostly due to being in the Central or city Area. Try staying in outer region or the heartlands and it's just as bustling and rents are way affordable. Heartlands are still well connected to the city easily. It all depends on your wants and needs. If you can financially sustain during your short term stay here, then go for it! Best wishes to you and your hubs and hope you enjoy it here more!
Thank you so much, we absolutely love Singapore 🇸🇬❤️ We appreciate your recommendations so much! We are looking forward to what 2023 has in store. Wishing you a lovely day, thanks again for watching ❤️
I tried the Heartlands before leaving Singapore. It's just as expensive maybe only about $500 cheaper than central. It's not worth it (for me anyway) because it's too far out for people who need to be in the office some days, have friends in central and the time in unsheltered walk to MRTs aint worth it. I also hate Grab in Singapore. But Singapore is a great place but Rental market has really made people think twice
@@hollanda500 agreed regarding HDB rents, even in the Heartlands, are not much better as we and many others have been looking. In our opinion, this rental market is unsustainable, for both foreigners and locals.
I just came across your channel.I studied at the the top school in Singapore , was offered a government scholarship to study law but instead went on to do medicine at the local uni for 9 months and left .Went on to complete my national service as an officer and then to Manchester to do software engineering.Received the university course prize.After a few years, I set up my own technology business - working on very large outsourcing contracts with government and large private companies ( at any one time, I used to have a few hundred foreign IT professionals working for me ).I also had some presence in US and Australia. Sold my company many years ago and then looked after my parents,full time - during their last few years. I now work on technology ventures but I dont waste my time on any major opportunities in Singapore.Singapore is highly overated in IT ! I have friends with 1st class tripos from Cambridge and Masters from MIT but their main interest is flipping real estate , stock market and cryptos ! My advice to you is enjoy SE Asia ( Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand etc ) but get into the US maybe in 2 to 3 years time.I never faced any mental health issues at all ( when I left medicine etc and other times in my life ) because I had the most loving parents in the world ( they were originally from India but did their Masters and PHD in the US in the early 1950s ) - who allowed me to do anything and also because of my Christian faith.Should meet up in 2 to 3 months if you are still in Singapore. I enjoyed the video .
Wow, there is so much we have in common: medicine, tech, living and moving abroad, and... Manchester (!!). I lived and trained there for several years :) The December rains in Singapore have made me reminisce about Manchester. Since I don’t have your email, please feel free to contact us anytime (our email is in the About and Description), We’d love to learn more about your journey :) Thank you for sharing and watching the video. Happy new year and wishing you the best for 2023 ❤️
Wrong guys, I am a Singaporean who has lived in 6 countries, singapore isn’t the most expensive country n you don’t need a million tube happy here. Many expats r naive n ignorant about the local lifestyle in the surburbs, expats like to live in the expenses of a tourist. After living in so many countries, singapore is still the best. Singapore is cheaper than india in terms of rental n maid services n cheaper by five times than Brazil n certainly much cheaper in every way than Europe
I just wanted to apologise for the comment I made above. I jumped to a conclusion which was not right nor fair. I watched your video a few times again and understood your message about regrets in the context you wanted to convey. I have watched your other videos and have appreciated them and enjoy your voice presentation style and soothing voice. They are also quite informative. Am sorry if caused any hurt by my comments, maybe I was not in a good place at the time. I wish you luck and happiness in your new ventures in life and applaud your resilience and courage to do what you are doing 🙏
Thank you so much for your comment, it is very kind of you. I appreciate you giving the video a second chance. And no apologies necessary and no hurt caused whatsoever. Your message means a lot to me so thank you again for being so open. Wishing you the best my friend ❤️
@@fahmidamiah i love Asia ,my dad and my uncles travelled for business in all Asia (mostly:China ,Hong Kong ,Philippine ,Korea ,Taiwan ,so when I was young I promise to myself: I will travel like them and maybe more. Singapore is a little Asia with all it’s cultures inside. I felt there at home immediately,katong was perfect ‘cause I was in a big city but at the same time was like being in a small village-it was close to the seaside and it has a lot of amazing restaurant and market. I loved biking from there to changi village all along the east coast park… Such a good times man
@@dischimagalotti7025 you sound like you've had some incredible experiences! I'm so glad you have great memories of your life in Singapore. I also feel like I'll always treasure mine too :)
Great story-telling Great narration Great cinematography Great editing Great music By the way, you could open the cookie packaging with the croissant knife 😂
Thank you for watching and taking the time to leave a comment. ❤️❤️❤️ I’m so happy you enjoyed it, I always have sweaty palms before a release and your comment means so much to me. Hahaha someone else also suggested using the croissant knife too, doh! We had a bimbo moment on Xmas day lol 🤪. Happy new year 🎉🥰
Worked in Singapore for 2 years during 2010-2012. Was happy to leave and move to a western country, found the life and lifestyle in Singapore very expensive and boring.
Thank you for sharing your experiences. Although it wasn't the best, I hope they still helped shape you and your direction in life for the better :) Where are you now? I hope you are happy there ❤️
I've moved twice to new countries, know Singapore too. Cities are tough. Stick it out as you settle in. Join any kind of local group and I mean *local* -small, close and close knit - so you have a chance of seeing these friends in your neighbourhood. Use your local shops regularly so you get known and talked to. ❤️
Thank you so much for watching and for sharing! It's so lovely to hear from fellow travellers and reading about your experiences. Cities are definitely tough!! And I couldn't agree more, finding local places that feel like home have really made a difference to us. ❤ I'm curious to know where else you've lived? 😊But I see you are in Singapore now, so I hope you've been having a great time here and enjoying everything the red dot has ❤
Wow very smart move by having a title that grab people's attention, giving us different emotions in your vlog and on top of that such a smoothing voice 😂 jeezzz. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
I’m a Singaporean who moved to London six years ago. The tropical thunderstorms are what I miss the most, and when London skies are generous enough to provide a little shower, it almost feels like home. All the rain footage in your video brought lots of comfort (thank you!) and I’m glad that you’re finding joy in some of it too. I grew up learning to work around it - to clock in a good nap, enjoy the indoors, or linger a little longer at the coffee shops and order a second teh tarik. I hope you find some form of home and what works for you in singapore. It already looks like you’ve managed to over the course of a few months, which is commendable. All the best ❤
I love hearing from Singaporeans living abroad! How are you in London? I hope you’re enjoying my beautiful city. I hear rents have been wild there too, hope you’ve not been affected too much and still enjoying the UK. Thank you for your kind comment and so happy the Singapore rains part gave you a little bit of home. I’ve always hated rain, but not in Singapore ❤️
Thank you! It’s not been 100% smooth for sure, but I’ve definitely experienced some incredible things here that I wouldn’t have been able to in my safety net. Rent’s been wild here too - albeit not as bad as Singapore - and we’re definitely feeling the pinch in other areas. Also, random suggestion, do try a kayaking trail whilst you’re there! Our mangroves are really unique (and fading) and it’s quite calming being in the middle of it all at sunrise. I try to join one whenever I’m back for Christmas and it’s a really special experience you can only get in the tropics :)
Just like to give you a little bit of heart for this lovely video. I know it seems tough, and I came across your video as I am a Singaporean man myself who have made a move to Canada during the pandemic. It's really profound to watch a reversal of roles. And to understand human beings are all trying to enrich their lived experiences. My home country may seem relentless and nobullshitty - but if you do make some friends along the way, I want to implore it will be less alone and tiresome. I love the title - and the narration - it was your way of expressing your art so please continue being you!
Hi Sy! I always love to hear from people who are or have also experienced moving abroad and starting from scratch elsewhere. It is such an incredible human experience, both hard and enjoyable simultaneously, and it really tests our openness to others and the world ❤️ Your comment here and compassion really shows that - thank you for being here and leaving such kind words with understanding of what my channel is about. It means a lot. Also, I love the word nobullshitty. I shall use this from now on! 😁
Love the videography. Your title was certainly a click bait for me! Haha. Absolutely agree that while it is important to plan ahead, one must still be able to embrace spontaneity and change because we cannot control anything except our choices!! Home is where family is. And wherever you and your husband go, as long as you are together, it will be warm, fun and safe.
Just a bit curious are the locals really that friendly? I think most are immersed in their phones and in their own world, Most of them don't even smile or say hello ...sometimes it does get lonely here if you are a foreigner but if your an introvert you will enjoy the place
We have found locals to be very friendly :) I think immersion into phones is a 'city person' trait and you do find this in Singapore for sure, as well as London etc. Singapore is sometimes described as "reserved" and Singaporeans don't tend to talk to strangers, and as a Londoner myself, this is no different from city life back home. But I do think people are just busy, so I can totally understand why people might feel lonely; it's understandable. I have found it's been easiest to make new friends by doing more local activities and classes through hobbies. I also believe real friendships can take time to develop - years even - so with that in mind, I tend to just ensure I spend *quality* time in certain spaces rather than just being "anywhere" for the sake of it. Time is precious to me :)
awwww all of those places including Singapore are fantastic! I absolutely love SE Asia! There is so much to do, see, eat, and people to meet. Where's your favourite place?
I love how you ended your video with such a warm and lovely tone. May you find the rest of your stay in Singapore as delightful and refreshing as the tropical rains.
beautiful storytelling and video edit❣️👏🏽 but i cannot figure out what’s your regret🤔 … is it because you’re experiencing too many changes and tackling them all alone? connect with good friends and all “regrets” will be gone! me and my wife are living here in singapore ! happy to be of help. blessings 🙏
Thank you so much, you are so kind! We appreciate your lovely comment and watching the video. Regarding regret: this was a reflection on the word itself ☺️ For me, I find when we try to plan and think thinks will work out as exactly planned, it can make us lose sight of the wider picture ❤️ Wishing you a wonderful 2023 🎉🥰
Love it....i just moved here from America 8 weeks ago and am still moving around...might be moving to a Shophouse myself to continue the Home Search like you.....good luck!
Hi Jason, thanks so much for watching the video, and a big Welcome to Singapore! We hope you’re settling in well ❤️🇸🇬 It’s a tough market but we are Wishing you the best of luck in your search for home ☺️🤞🏽happy new year ❤️
For a moment I got lost and it felt like I was watching some nicely made Natgeo documentary. Wish you good stay in Singapore. However London has its own charm
Thank you for watching the video! Your comment means a lot to me 🥹 And completely agree, London has its own charm, as does sunny Singapore. Thank you for being here! happy new year ❤️
lol, there are reasons why so many RUclips videos tell you Singapore is a Rich nation. It is literally for the Rich, unless you are born a Singaporean you need to be decently Rich to enjoy the perks in Singapore, both personal and wealth safety and top cheap educations and healthcare (only applies to Citizens) are the main perks of living in Singapore.. why do you think there is a movie called Crazy Rich Asian that was filmed in Singapore.. That movie wasn't a joke. Furthermore getting citizenship is getting way harder unless you are either super rich or real professional in technology/scientific fields or both. Well why I kept saying you need to be rich is because, if you are not you have to work your butts off to enjoy those perks.. And when you are working your butts off its not really enjoying isn't it plus if you aren't a citizen and you think you wanted to live in Singapore… good luck.
Thanks for watching. My video isn’t about anything you’ve mentioned, nor the multiple topics other people have brought up, but it makes me really happy that my video has opened up different conversations, thoughts and feelings from so many people outside of the topic I actually was talking about in the video: change. I appreciate your comment and everyone else’s because they matter! Imo, it’s up to Singaporeans what they want Singapore to be. But with Crazy Rich Asians - it isn’t representative of Singapore nor Singaporeans and is a racist Hollywood film that excludes groups of Singaporeans for a mainly Chinese cast. That film also makes Singapore look like a bullying, mean girl state to the sweet and innocent American-Asian. It is propaganda. Once you land in Singapore, it’s nothing like that film. Singapore is diverse in people, food and faith. People are kind, helpful, work hard and many people are stressed too. It’s a very interesting place and a lot can be learnt. But I agree: it’s very expensive for foreigners. My video isn’t really about that though ☺️
@@fahmidamiahBut sadly it was the truth, not implying that I am stereotyping every Singaporean, but it's the truth even for the women in the movie you quoted. Because even the middle class are acting that way.. Of course again not everyone.. So if Middle classes are acting that way.. It not hard to think the upper classes wouldn't and could be worst. By the way, I am a Singaporean. And I just wanted to write for others who watched your video if they thought they wanted a “retire” life in Singapore.. It's just hard to be enjoyable if you do not have capital to spend. No problem if you are there for vacation. 👍 oh and I wasn't writing to criticize your regret, if you thought I was hostile, I am just writing the reality and I thought maybe even with a lot of information out there, people would still experience it, what's better than to experience it and learning it through experience.
Should have used the sharp point of the fork or knife to cut a hole into that biscuit wrapping. Sorry just a random comment lol! Glad you're settling well and Singapore somehow made you learn to let go of over planning. The rental market is going crazy but it will settle down in the future since the government had noticed the problem and it needs to be solved. I trust them enough to at least control the market somehow haha. Great video!
Moved to Singapore last year for work after staying 5+ years in Shanghai (Im Indonesian). Managed to survived only 4 months in Singapore. Felt like in a prison of concrete jungle of hdb, condo, shopping mall where all parts of the country literally look and feel the same with very little to explore. Ofc aside from extremely high living cost. Glad that I quit my job after 4 months there... Money isnt everything i suppose.
Thank you for sharing your experience, it's completely valid. I have heard others share a similar experience to you. At the same time, I know many who really adore Singapore and can't imagine leaving. The great thing about travel - as you'll know for sure - is that it helps us figure out who we are, what we want. I'm really glad you could take away what you didn't like. And I agree, as I'm sure many Singaporeans will do too, that money feels like the be it and end all in Singapore culture sometimes, but that is a capitalist illusion and not reality. I am happy to hear you are happier now... where did you move to next? :)
Need to know how to use your budget. If rental is us$3000 a mth in town, one can take the train 10mins out and rend us$1500. Avoid daily Starbucks coffee usd5, enjoy local coffee usd2. Meals and transport are the cheapest. So, I think Sgp is affordable with high level standards of living. Be contented with what budget u have. Not a bad place at all.
Thanks for sharing! Singapore is doable especially if you’re single or sharing (for families there are more factors to consider like schools). If one is happy to venture further out and try something different, it’s more accessible. And I love kopitiams! $2 teh is my go to 🙌🏽 and I love a beef rendang or ayam penyet from hawker centres (usually for me $7-8). The food and drink is closer to my own South Asian culture so that is not new for me, it makes me feel at home (I am very lucky ). For other expats, it may be too different from what they have from their own countried and cultures and that’s understandable if they don’t want to have Singaporean food every day. After all, our food preferences are set at a young age.
Hi Mathilda, firstly, thank you so much for watching and leaving this beautiful comment; secondly, I hope they were tears of joy ❤ Wishing you a wonderful day.
I was in two Fortune 500 companies before quitting the rat race and becoming a lifeguard. If your aim is to take life easy, u will have to slow yourself down. As for SG lifestyle u have to compromise your roof for a while. Rentals ain’t coming down any sooner. The rest of the stuffs are pretty manageable. I been moving around lately seems that food in SG is actually quite competitive and sometimes cheaper. And yes rules are strict but the red dot 🔴 is pretty safe …. Enjoy your stay
Thank you for sharing your experiences! ❤️ And wow… a lifeguard from Fortune 500. That’s pretty impressive. I would love to be by the water/sea more often ☺️ Wishing you a great year ahead 🎉
Rental racism does sadly persist in Singapore. I am glad that many landlords are sickened by it as well as property agents who do their best to challenge it. It is still hard for many, especially those who aren't considered "Expats" at (literally) face value, who don't typically look for and live in the condos and luxury apartments and who have big salaries. I do know it has improved lastly over the years, but of course, still a long way to go... Everyone deserves a good home :)
I rarely post a comment under a RUclips video, but I often see the comments to have other's points of view about the content. I am agreeably surprised that you answered almost all of the comments here despite it taking time, and the words you chose to answer the comment show me that you are authentic and empathetic, that's why I posted this comment. I'd like to inquire about the differences in working life, hours, and culture in Singapore (compared to London for example, or any other European country). I am considering working in Singapore in the short term but I lack information about how my daily life could be, I'm currently working as a Software Engineer in London. If you have any stories, or facts to share, it would be valuable to me. Additionally, do you have any resources, such as RUclips channels or websites, that you'd recommend?
Thanks so much for taking the time to watch the video and leaving a comment. I don’t think this comments section can really provide the answer I want yo give to your questions in a meaningful way, but in a nutshell, for me and my husband, Singapore has been an great life experience. It’s not perfect, but it has certainly made an impact on us. In the mean time, I’d appreciate your patience as I make a new video to help answer yours and others questions :)
HAPPY NEW YEAR 2023 & MERRY CHRISTMAS (for the remaining few days)!!! 😁 So glad that you've managed to overcome all adversities and gradually let yourselves slowly but surely return to normalcy. 😁 I won't comment further as it seems almost everyone had their say here and my thoughts are almost similar. Never like to repeat what has been here. Just wanted to wish both of you the very best for this new year and that eventually all dreams, and plans, will slowly be realised. By the way, you do know that you don't have to wear mask anymore whether indoor or outdoor in Singapore. Right? With the exception of riding in the tubes (MRT) and buses. 😁
Household incomes have gone up over the years. It is over 13k now for locals. Assets, including hdb have appreciated too significantly. Those who want more bang for their buck retire across the causeway in JB and rent out their hdb. Govt policies have put Singaporeans in a better place than most other countries . I think we are very fortunate. We have lots of options.
I mean, you THINK " Govt policies have put Singaporeans in a better place than most other countries". You're not even allowed to protest, so freedom is subjective I guess.
@@fahmidamiah Since you are a foreigner and I am local, I am in a better position to judge whether we are in a better place. Of course you , a foreigner , might see it differently. But you having lived in Bangladesh as well I would think you would appreciate the importance of economic stability. I have lived in the UK so if that is your basis of comparison then my opinion differs from yours , “ freedom of speech”:doesn’t always lead to stability and prosperity. Too many cooks spoil the broth. Of course you are free to see it differently but it does beg the question what you are still doing here. Or perhaps you have left.
@@nesadcruz7840 your comment shows you know zero about me and haven't watched my videos, like a lot of the triggered Singaporeans in the comments. But since you insist on commenting about something unrelated to my actual video, allow me to educate you: there are multiple humanitarian issues in Singapore, many reported by International Organisations like Amnesty International. But I'm sure none of them affect you , as you've confidently stated - probably because you are one of the many people causing those issues for others. The real question is, why are you on my channel commenting here from an anonymous account, when there are so many Singapore youtube channels who will tell you what you want to hear.
@@fahmidamiah that comment was from 9 months ago. I did not subscribe and I don’t follow your channel, have no interest in watching your videos. Why are you replying me after all this time? Do you not have enough new viewers to respond to? You are right. I don’t know much about you , but you know even less about me . The presumption I am causing these” issues “is therefore baseless. You are an outsider, know your place. If you don’t like our system and government just leave. It is not your place to criticise or speak up for these imagined people you think need highlighting. In fact our government does not welcome people like you, outsiders looking to stir up trouble. Perhaps you should look into what happens to such troublemakers.There are enough homeless and needy people in the UK and even more in your country of origin. Go be of service to them. Let’s put this discussion to bed.
I was awaiting your "Singapore Bashing" which never came, which was an anti-climax. But I enjoyed listening to you and your views and experience in Singapore. My country is not perfect but it not bad either. So I hope you will continue to stay here a while longer and ignore those Ugly Singaporeans who don't have a kind word for you and husband. Here all are welcome if you can afford it.
Thank you tor watching this video too, we really love Singapore, even the heat and humidity can be relaxing, Slowing down the pace of life 🥰 happy new year 🎉
I have moved so many times to different countries and it is always overwhelming with feelings at first.. and I remember how I hated to go to Ikea and buy same stuff for every move 😂
Thank you so much for sharing and you're so right! It's definitely overwhelming, friend! I hope you're feeling much better now. I read that moving can (and often is) as stressful as other life events. Many people underestimate how taxing it can be, even if one is super organised etc. So, moving *countries* is "normal" to feel overwhelmed and I'm certainly still feeling it 🥰 Wishing you well and hope wherever you are, you're having a good time ❤️
Both of u make such an adorable couple! I hope that the bond which you both share continues to grow stronger & sweeter as the years go by! True enough - life is all about facing challenges & attaining the triumph through it to shine brighter & inspire those around us! Lots of Love to the two of you!!
why would anyone in their right mind move to Singapore??LOL. Houses are like shoeboxes and cost $600k and upwards and even a toyota cost $150k and up. Crazy expensive and humid country with high cost of living. Lived in Singapore for 4 years and could not wait to move out .
Thank you for sharing! I think it’ll be useful for so many others deciding on whether Singapore will be right for them, especially at this time. Positive and negative experiences are a reality of travel for sure. I also believe experiencing moving, working abroad, building relationships in different places are wonderful and unique experiences, there is a lot to gain beyond some of the cons in a place, but of course, one place maybe right for some, but totally wrong for another, that’s okay ☺️ So I’m sorry to read Singapore wasn’t right for you… I’m curious to know, Where are you now? I hope you have found happiness and a place called home there. I know how important that is ❤️
My family and I moved to New Zealand from Singapore. I can resonate with the feelings that you experience. It's always a mixed feeling. We are enjoying our time here in NZ esp with the greenery and mountains. Hope you will enjoy Singapore as I did growing up in SG. Looking forward to more videos :)
Congratulations on your move to NZ! I am very jealous of the greenery and mountain’s you’re able to access - this is coming from a LOTR fan 😂. Thank you for your comment and sharing your experience. Moving abroad is definitely one of the best experiences of our lives and we hope you and your family continue to enjoy your time there. Singapore is a wonderful place and we are really happy to be here despite some twists and turns ❤️
Are you currently living abroad? What have you learnt so far? Share the country you're living in and your experiences here ❤
@@user-fr9yo7sx6h London will always be home, I love my city so much. For now, we are undecided about the next phase so we will stay put until we make a decision. Travel will always be part of our lives though ❤️
Love your storytelling. I moved from Woking (Surrey) to Sydney. Sure you can have as much planning and control in your life as you want. But make sure you have some friends in Singapore, who you can meet for having good time. Otherwise, the next time you go back to London and meet your friends, you won’t feel like going back to Singapore again.
@@commentatorxyz5514 this happened to me when I lived in nyc for 6 months.
I have lived in Singapore for 38 years. I have friends from Australia & USA who intend to migrate to Singapore, thinking it's a small city state in Asia, where an expat will be highly valued. They thought, we need English teachers, we still live in jungle, and since it's part of Asia, it must be cheap. I told them : Give it trial run, at least 3 - 6 months! They were shocked at how modern it is, almost everything runs on auto & digital. Their wives & daughters are safe back at the apartment at 2 am after dancing at the clubs, took taxi. All these infrastructure cost money, so is safety. Heck, Singapore was even once import drinking water! Singapore's cost of living is high. Employment is tight & competitive. Somebody from China, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, Myanmar will be ready to do your type of jobs, for lower price. Since the pandemic, when most of workforce chose to work from home, the rental of apartment has been skyrocketing. It's what it's. My take is: You can't be poor in Singapore, life will be miserable.
Your take is accurate
What about a family of 2 having total 10K sgd? Can we save if we cook food by our own?
@@vrindanambiar4470 Singapore has diverse residential area. $10k a month for 2 persons is good enough, if you know how to budget properly. Eg. Stay at suburban, where the apartment rental is cheaper. Supermarket products are cheaper - this is where the locals shop. The wet markets are plenty, where you could get fresh produce eg : meat, vegetables, fruit, etc. Restaurant prices downtown is expensive, but many cafe & food court & fast food joints are relatively cheap. Don't worry about transport, Singapore is an island, everywhere is connected by MRT (train) and buses. These public transport is cheap. Don't buy car. Car in Singapore is 4x the price in Europe & USA.
I just wrote an equivalent assessment of Sydney based on your honesty but it turned from a dirge into a novella. In my case i was sizing up the impact of living conditions on personal connections. The short version is Sydney was recently voted the third least friendly city on earth and although I'm not widely travelled, this rang true for me, when this definitely wasn't always the case. I think this is a place where the impact of changing economics on culture and interpersonal relationships is stark. To the extent that even relative wealth, as well, is arguably not enough to sustain you here. It was once a place where you could still have an interesting life with warmth in it even if you were not wealthy. I miss those days terribly. It just became incrementally less and less like that. I've sometimes said that living in Sydney feels like living with someone you've broken up with. It's like you need to grieve but instead you can't distance yourself, all the time. I don't know if that makes any sense, I've never lived with an ex. I've also said it's like living with a ghost city superimposed onto the one you see, where you're haunted. It sounds a bit emo and gentrification in cities is common, I'm not as young as i was, and i am also depressed. Which is why when i saw that vote of unfriendliness it was like a revelation.
It's hard to put my finger on things that might be universal rather than my particulars, at least without waffling. I can almost explain it like an infection where you could almost unconsciously start to become part of an atmosphere you hate just by trying to subsist and get by. If we take the idea of avoidance of eye contact on public transport as a reference point, it's both super unfriendly and there's also reasons this behaviour is learned over time, until you may practice it yourself unconsciously without a second thought.
I think one of my biggest worries about this place is that it hardens people and arguably you will be in some degree of danger here if you cannot foster this trait. It's a dog eat dog world and if you tend to get anxious under stupid amounts of pressure, please stay far away if you can, I feel like joyful people could wind uo leading a joyless existence here. It could still change again, but it could be argued the city has always had traits from its colonial inception that are rotten to the core.
John Birmingham who wrote He Died With A Felafel In His Hand wrote a history of the seamier side of Sydney called Leviathan, and this is a reminder to myself to read it.
@@vrindanambiar4470 As a total salary, that would be the middle income. If you mean sgd 10k in saving and no income, then it's easily gone in 2-6 months depending on your rent and lifestyle. Rent would be your biggest expense.
Rule of thumb: (1) work in singapore, (2) live in Malaysia and (3) party in Thailand.
Haha I think I’d replace your rule number (3) with read books on Seminyak beach (Bali)
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You look like such a “private” couple, yet took the time to share your lives with us. So, thank you.
Acceptance is the key to keep moving on. It is said that one’s happiness is inversely proportional to one’s expectations.
Enjoyed your video. You are so talented. Stay happy.
Sg is branded as the most expensive city to lived in due to bias reporting based on expat living their full western lifestyle without adapting to Sg local lifestyle. Cars ownership are purposely made costly to limit the need to expand roads infrastructure in limited land in this small island. But this is grossly compensated by the public transport (trains & bus & taxis ) systems. Housing rentals has escalated in 2022 largely due to the huge surge of expats, foreign companies and Chinese relocating to Sg from China & Hong Kong. Also the downturn of global economy coupled with the Ukraine / Russia war affecting EU countries, UK and US, many westerners plus some Indian nationals also relocate to Sg due to Sg’s stability. This aggravated rental market chasing the steep rise. The cheaper way is to rent and live in our HDB flats which is much more affordable than condominium and landed properties.
Yes, spot on! It's definitely multi-factorial causes; rent hikes and general cost of living hikes occurring globally. I really pray it'll get easier for everyone. Thank you for watching and for taking the time to comment :) happy new year ❤️
@@fahmidamiah Most Welcomed. Happy New Year too. Hope Sg will ride out 2023 GMA Al economy uncertainties & storms. I believe it is possible. We did it before and will do it again. May God bless u with peace, joy & strength for each day.
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Don’t rent condominium or private house. Rent a HDB flat, it’s definitely cheaper. Eat at our food courts or local markets, buy groceries from Supermarkets like Giant, NTUC or Sheng Siong, stay away from Cold Storage. The best bargains are from Sheng Siong. If you live like a local, you’ll find everything is affordable and not expensive at all. Take public transports, buses and MRT are also very cheap.
@@bell-xk5ddBut renting HDB properties will further exacerbate the cost of living for native renters waiting for their own BTOs or who can’t afford a HDB.
@@bell-xk5dd HDB are also expensive to rent ..for 2 bhk hdb agents are asking between 3k to 3.5k …most of the owners have drastically increased rent .. almost 50% with in a year ..
This lady deserves an Oscar
yes, the video make like watch a movies show
Oh wow, thank you so much 🥹🥹🥹, you are too kind. Wishing you an amazing 2023! 🎉❤️🎉❤️
Thank you! Your words mean so much to me! Happy new year 🥳 🥰❤️
Hi , why not move to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia ?
It's HEAVEN on EARTH !
Food haven , much cheaper accomodation , English language friendly , friendly people , so much to explore ...... , great infrastructure , diversified culture ......
This list goes on ,
and on ,
and on .
MUCH , MUCH , MUCH CHEAPER than Singapore.
Hi Jason, thank you for watching the video. You are not the first person to mention Malaysia, which is definitely interesting ☺️ I have to agree that it’s an amazing place. We lived in KL for a few months pre/pandemic and we have so many great memories. I also want to spend time in Malaysian Kampungs too some time 😍 Thank you for sharing your experience, no doubt it is helpful to us and will be to many others 🥰who read through the comments section. Have a great day! ❤️
Higher crime rates ,insane traffic. My sister lives there, I lived there for a year. I prefer Singapore , much safer and more organised.
@@Sunshine-zi4nq oh look, here you are again, another bitter comment. The person above is sharing how wonderful Malaysia is, they’re not saying anything “bad” about Singapore. Why are you leaving bitter comments on my channel, especially when elsewhere you are telling others not to comment on Singapore. You’re a hypocrite, racist troll.
@@fahmidamiah I was merely providing info to ignorant viewers who might be misled.
I just came back from Malaysia after visiting some relatives.
Inflation there is crazy.
For locals,their daily necessities is way more expensive for locals earning ringgit.
Even their so called subsidise petrol is 😅
In fact,normal people like us,no matter where,Inflation hit many of us.
As for housing in Singapore, like what some mentioned,the housing market is crazy because of many expats moving here which pushes up the rental market.
One more thing is that during the last 2 years covid,there was not enough manpower building new houses.
Now manpower is back,the building of new houses is starting to get back into shape,so hopefully in a year or 2,the market will be lowered or at least stabilise.
There's always light at the end of the tunnel!
Keep going👍
Thank you very much for sharing this ❤️ Yes, indeed, it’s very difficult for so many, too many, in fact. I am hoping that over the next year or two, things will ease for everyone, especially those struggling. I am definitely praying this is not the “new normal” and feel the same - there is light at the end of the tunnel, for sure 🌈❤️❤️ Happy new year ☺️
Agree
Don't think too much. Keep
moving forward. When we are aware that each moment of each day, each gesture and step we take, is truly mystical and full of wonder, we will live our lives with greater thought and care. We will also have greater respect and appreciation for the lives of others.
This is so beautiful to read, especially “we will live our lives with great thought and care”. This rings true for me. Appreciating every day as it comes. Thank you for sharing, happy new year, wishing you a beautiful 2023 ❤️🥰❤️
Learn to adapt. Expect the unexpected no matter how well you have planned because there will be factors which are not in your control. Simply put, the world is not perfect, and we all live in this imperfect world. As long as you moderate your expectation and loosen up a bit in your strive for perfection, you will find life less stressful and acceptable. It's all in the mind. Sometimes, just accept reality as is. It is what it is. You would probably be happier. Look for the sunshine, not the rain. Be optimistic.
Thank you for sharing your wisdom ❤️ wishing you the best for 2023!
So true, thanks for the reminders.
That is true.
Great videos! I used to work and lived in Singapore. I then return to my hometown to start my own business. I have since travelled back and forth to Singapore frequently. This tiny little country holds a special place in my little family’s heart. ❤
So glad you enjoyed it. And I completely agree: Singapore is a tiny country that makes a big impact. Congrats on you business and I hope you get to spend more time here with your family ❤
Most people who move to Singapore do not really understand the related costs of living the same lifestyle as back home in US or UK or Australia . Once they try to settle down here they realize it is very different ( cost , culture , location etc ) and have to adapt fast to what they have been given or regret . " The secret of being happy is accepting where and how you are in life now and making the most everyday whatever card you are being dealt with...the good, the bad and the in betweens "
Thank you so much for watching. Everything you ever written is the main reason I made the video ☺️❤️ I appreciate you sharing your thoughts too. Wishing you a wonderful weekend!
Singapore is a place to work but not a place to retire unless you are very rich!
Thank you so much for sharing this. You are not the first to say this, so I think it’s valuable and some food for thought for others for sure. I appreciate you watching the video ❤️
a dumbass comment, so all the elderly are suffering now? are your parents suffering? or you consider yourself rich? All singaporeans can retire comfortably, not luxuriously though.
@@fahmidamiahpls don't believe all these nonsense. They said that becos they don't know the true meaning of retirement.
@kens7853 can not agreed more. They don't know the true meaning of retirement.
Singapore is a place to work and retire. One doesn't have to be rich. Because of the strong SGD, people compare and thinking they can get a better deal overseas.
You have a main character quality about your voice. I would watch a docu series narrated by you. The writing in this was poetic, moving, complete.
Thank you so much! We hope you enjoy exploring the other videos across the channel and our future videos too ❤️❤️❤️
@@fahmidamiah Subscribed!
A really beautiful and honest video. Happy you have no regrets now. Singapore welcome both of you. Hope things will eventually fall into place as planned. Good luck, blessed 2023.
Thank you so much for watching. We really love Singapore. Hoping for a better, steadier 2023 for everyone. Happy new year 🥰❤️
It's true, men proposes, but God disposes. We can plan as much as we want, but ultimately God decides our successes or failures. Happy New Year.
So beautiful and true, thank you for sharing your thoughts ❤️❤️❤️ And happy new year, wishing you the best in 2023! 🎉
As a citizen here. This is one of the most expensive city to live in. Its full of miseries here.
Hi there, thank you for sharing. It made me sad to read your comment. I hope this year will be different, better ❤️🙏🏾
Your narrative is superb and hope you enjoy your stay here in Singapore 🇸🇬
Thank you so much! We are enjoying Singapore, Christmas was lovely and felt really festive and the new year celebrations everywhere were so much fun. Wishing you an amazing 2023 🎉❤️
we live in Singapore and we settled our roof at a village near HuaHin..every moment of our life is fighting between options and choices. keep going and stay happy of every moment you have.
We just googled HuaHin... Wow! 😮😮😮 We hope you are settled there, happy and having the time of your life :) Thank you for watching the video and for your lovely comment. It is so encouraging. We wish you a wonderful 2023 in HuaHin and wherever else life may take you ❤️🏖️
Just remember, Singapore is a good place to travel to many places in the region like Bali, Phuket and so many other places whenever you need a change of scenery.Glad you found that peace you have been seeking.I guess part of it is just gratitude for what we have.
Oh you’re so right about this, Singapore is amazing for so much travel ✈️ we also feel there’s so much we still have to explore on the island too!! ❤️Thank you for your lovely words, for watching the video and sharing. We are so happy to be here and looking forward to the rest of 2023. Happy new year 🥰❤️🎉
Thank you for sharing. Great video❤
And, welcome to Singapore🎉. Just want to say not only in Singapore, everyone in any corner in this world has their own issues to manage. It’s the mentality how you want to handle it. Stay Positive 🎉
Thanks for watching the video and taking the time to make a lovely comment. Happy new year and wishing you a wonderful 2023 🎉🥰❤️
Actually we dont feel sg is expensive until foreigners/tourist reminds us on how expensive the country is.
I would earn in SG and then shops in JB . I would purchase bags , shoes ,clothes,Starbucks ,massage, spa & entertainments all in JB .I must say that Malaysia's hospitality is better than Singapore's . The Malaysians are friendlier has pleasant personality .They do not have that "bitter" and uptight face that many Singaporeans have.
Thank you so much for sharing your valuable experiences. I definitely agree, Malaysia is a beautiful, friendly and a very hospitable place, it's one of my favourite places on earth. I do think that in Singapore, hospitality and friendliness is "served" differently, for example, I've been lost a few times in Singapore and after approaching locals, they've been super friendly and we end up talking for a bit, same in cafes I frequent, with local customers, baristas and waiters. I've enjoyed this here. I think London also has a reputation of being "unfriendly" (which I can completely see), but when you start talking to Londoners, they are very helpful and will stop in their busy day to assist (mostly). I believe love and kindness can be served in different ways, but ultimately, most people in the world are kind. I discuss this a bit in the following video: ruclips.net/video/NF_hBBWX3pU/видео.html And, I'm looking forward to returning to Malaysia soon ❤🇲🇾
You might be happy to know we visited Melaka recently! It was wonderful :)
There are no regrets in life. Only learnings.
I love this ❤️
There are two types of ppl here. Super rich or those born here. One has a choice and one has no choice.
Keep up or left out. That is our lifestyle here.
Once my friend planned his retirement in Australia and flew back just after 6 months. The reason is that it is too slow there, he retired as a taxi driver instead.
Thank you for sharing. I'm kind of... sad 😔 to read you feel "one has no choice". I am learning the dog eat dog lifestyle here, it's the same in most busy cities. But, I like to believe we all have a/some choice, in one way or another, especially in our lifestyle. I couldn't tell from your comment, but is your retired friend happy to return to Singapore? Btw, Nothing wrong with taxi driving, this was my dad's job when I was young. I have the utmost respect for those who make our societies run. They deserve the real riches in life 😊
As someone who moved here recently with my husband , if you don't look oriental/chinese they will treat you a bit differently. My husband is white and I am tanned. First two months I was here I noticed Singaporean especially the elderly love to stare and its so uncomfortable for me but I was being optimistic and thinking maybe they just being curious, till I encountered something that hurt my feelings. One of our neighbours came to our house, to say hi, and they thought Im the maid. They just love to stare at us, I think its very rude. Apart from this experience i think singapore is lovely.
So sorry that this happened to u. My cousin is Eurasian and sometimes gets mistaken too. It’s a genuine mistake by the elderly locals. The younger ones are less tactless and they are more cosmopolitan. I really feel bad for your experience but I hope we’ve been nice otherwise. Every country has its ups and downs.
My friends and I were mistaken for being Jap in England and got spat on by some elderly people there before. That was in the 90s, so those were vets who knew Japan to be cruel at war. None of us were Jap, but they couldn’t tell us apart. ^^”
What’s wrong to be the maid? Maids are humans and make money. I’ll be offended if anyone thought I was a criminal, pedo, rapist, thief but nothing wrong from being the maid. I’m a Latina and they think I am Philippine although Koreans apparently can tell the difference. I’m brown and have no problems other than men’s approaching in romantic ways which I just ignore! But yeah nothing wrong to be the maid, shouldn’t hurt your feelings. Perhaps wasn’t even the skin color perhaps was the behavior and attitude.
@@XiXai i didn't said its wrong? But how they just assumed im maid based on my skin colour that's wild. Staring at people just rude.
@@saronahjorgen5845 I doubt it was not based in your skin color it was based on the vibe you gave to the person who knew could get into your nerve, insecurity by pointing your skin color. It’s not the first time it happens? Is it? It’s something that bother you and others can read it. Start by being ok on your own skin, by knowing you’re a child lox god like I and even the person who thought or poke you into calling you a maid, This person was vibing low and so were you with your skin color insecurity. I’ve been before in my ignorance thinking I was better to the ones who were few shades darker than I. It’s just a reflection of our own insecurities. Anyone secure of itself will take it as a simply mistake, well I was confused as the maid so what how do that lower my value. Realize brown, blue or violet you’re a child of god, a mad or a doctor or lawyer you’re still a child of god. Do go and no harms even to those who bother you, just move on from it as they most probably received otherwise how would they know it and use it as a weapon. Our world is upside down and we continue to fight, not ascend to a more loving energy. I repeat, maid, doctor , a freaking presidents it’s still our same creator, Muslim, catholic, Jewish it’s still the same god. Leave behind the insecurity child of god. Be always blessed.
@@XiXai If you're not a local, don't even bother commenting like u know the situation. Casual racism is common here. The racist aunties here often "mistaken" brown skinned women for being a maid. It's often intentional.
Strangely calming. I enjoyed this. Wishing both of you peace and happiness 💖
Thank you for watching ❤️ happy new year 🎉
Love your story telling style, your voice is very calming too. Hopefully u can settle down soon. Don't be afraid to find local friends!
Thank you for your kind comment ❤️ I am feeling very hopeful for 2023 ☺️ These past months to rest have been so enlightening! Singapore has been wonderful. We’ll be joining art and photography walks with groups (hopefully soon) and really looking forward to meeting more people and CNY 🎉🥰❤️
Born and bred here I thought life was all this rush and race till I left for study overseas. I want to say that there is always a choice even for us Singaporeans. But a slower pace probably means a lower pay too
Thank you for sharing your experience. I have to agree, with the way this world functions, when we slow down something has to give, and it’s usually pay. But I do believe, if one has the means (even modest means), it can do wonders to slow down, leave the rat race (even if temporarily). We were never designed to work in that way. In case you’re interested, I talk a little about this in my earlier videos: Moving to Singapore (part 1) and a silent vlog from 2021 titled Working from Home. Wishing you the best for 2023 ❤️ thank you for being here ❤️
If budget is your main concern, perhaps you could try experience lower cost cities like Bangkok, Manila or Kuala Lumpur, Penang 1st? Maybe try living there for 1 month or so.
Few years ago, I often go to Singapore for work. It is a beautiful & safe country. I do like Singapore a lot but I know I can't afford a luxury lifestyle there. Singapore is great but if a comfortable/luxury lifestyle we are looking for, we either have to earn more or choose a lower cost country. I will still love to travel to Singapore for sure.
Your voice and narration are absolutely of a different level. Very calming and poetic. Love it.
Thank you! ☺️ Your comment is so encouraging, I appreciate you watching the video and being here. Happy new year 🥳 🥰❤️
TBH, sg is very expensive and at the same time is very boring in here. It is small and not much things to see also. There are better country to explore and enjoy life rather than you pay so much and still get nothing.
Thanks so much for your insight, it will be useful to others. We have been enjoying Singapore, but we and many others are having countless conversations around exactly what you’ve shared. It’s all really about “value for money”. I think foreigners from countries with weaker currencies compared to Singapore may see a financial benefit, but generally, I think those that aren’t from those countries will see a hit to their savings e.g., for a ONE bed/studio for rent is £2500-800 per calendar month, not including bills and expenses (so families with tuition fees have a lot more expenses). I do think in this seemingly “year of layoffs” people will reconsider moving abroad generally, or returning home.
What a wonderful ending! I love Singapore it’s a beautiful country with beautiful people……..I’m happy for you that you had no regrets in the end……what an amazing thing to do spend a year there…I’m very envious…..good luck 🇸🇬❤️
Singapore is a wonderful place for sure 🇸🇬 thank you for being here and watching the video. So glad you enjoyed it 🥰 Happy new year! 🎉
This is such a well articulated and resonant video. It's so refreshing to hear your experience narrated in a calm, genuine, and rhythmic way. I also wanted to say I am equally susceptible to planning and over-planning and at present I have mapped out the next 3-5 years of what I want/ expect my life to look like, recognising the risks that come with trying to plan so far ahead. I cannot be certain where I will end up in the coming years, but I hope wherever I am, I am without regret. :)
P.S - I will be looking up the works of Mahmoud Darwish now
This is such a beautiful comment, thank you so much for watching and for sharing your experience with planning. Mahmoud Darwish’s writing is absolutely mesmerising, I hope you will enjoy the works ❤️
Singapore is the worst place in Asia for expats to move. Everything is expensive, crowded and humid all year round, especially for budget travelers. There are better places to move such as Thailand, Malaysia and Vietnam
Yup, it definitely depends on one’s budget! We don’t mind the heat in all honesty, and endless Summer is a dream for us. We do love Malaysia though, and Thailand is a fantastic place. We haven’t visited Vietnam yet and hoping to ❤️
Please leave as we don’t welcome people like you tq
Yet it continues to b highly rated by Asian expats as the best place to b
@@johnchan3765 Please provide data for your statement. A quick RUclips search will reveal your statement to be untrue. Most budget travelers and expats prefer Thailand for long term visa. It's economical which allows pensioners to stretch their dollars thin while living a comfortable life. It's impossible to do that in Singapore.
@@ViolentCabbage-ym7ko Go check the survey by ECA International .... N of course .... we are not talking about budget travellers here but professionals ... Have fun in Thailand ... including smoking cannabis if that's part of your leisure pursuit. LOL
I stumbled upon this video by chance, and thank you for sharing this. I am a local who decided to move out of my mum's place and live independently five years ago - something that is uncommon amongst the locals. Just as there were ups to having my own space, there are certainly downs that come with it. Those down moments made me feel regretful at times for moving out and the thought of moving back to my mum's place is, for lack of a better word, embarrassing - despite her lovingly keeping the option open for me. Recently, life has it that I got into a dispute with my then-landlord that forced me out of the apartment and settled in another unit that, to quote your words in this video, is far from perfect. I have spent the last few months desperately trying to find a space that would be more long-term for me but that has not been successful. I felt lost and desperate until I decided to slow down and appreciate what I have now and funny how life just got brighter and lighter then. My point is, I felt I was alone in going through all that until I saw this and, so, it is always a good reminder that when you think you are alone, you are not. No regrets. Only life experiences to live and remember by :)
Thank you so much for sharing, it was truly insightful to read the experiences of renting from yourself as a local. You have really helped me understand renting in Singapore more from your perspective. I am so sorry that you've experienced these downs and hope you are doing okay now? We are sending you lots of love and well wishes to find home. Because that's what we all want and need, whether it's our own property (mortgaged) or we are renting, we as human beings need home. For physical shelter and for our general wellbeing. I hope you have found it and feeling much more rooted and stable now in life ❤️ I've had my fair share of bad landlords too (as well as good ones), so I completely relate to your experience of needing to leave a place because of them :( But like you have said, life is a journey and our experiences truly make us stronger and wiser. I am so glad you have no regrets. Thank you so much for sharing, it has meant to much to me! I would also love to hear from you and see how you are doing. If you'd like to email me, that would be amazing. You can find my email in the description :) I hope to hear from you soon ❤️
p.s. mums are the best 🥰
I'm glad that at the end of the video you said you have no regrets :) Seriously, Singapore is one of the safest places in the world. Transport links via MRT and buses to everywhere - you don't need a car. Here there are no natural disasters, no typhoons. Weather is like summer all year round - no freezing cold winters. Can jet to neighbouring countries for holidays on the cheap. In Singapore, everything is so convenient. If you are hungry, just walk downstairs to hawker stall. Of course there will always be other factors like increasing rental to contend with - but you need to understand why this is so - there are many others like you coming here to take advantage of the job or business opportunities and personal safety they cannot find back home.
Those who disliked the video only watched the first 13 seconds. Very interesting storytelling, this felt like a short film.
Thank you for watching ❤️
Singapore is the best place i have ever lived in. The feeling of safety, quality education for kids, affordable food, amazing public transport and the lively vibe sealed the deal for me. never too crowded like Delhi or Mumbai. It's just the property that's a bit expensive. HDBs are comparatively affordable but you may not get a "posh" feeling. I live in Toronto and miss Singapore everyday.
I think it’s great you have wonderful memories of Singapore ❤️ What made you move to Toronto?
@@fahmidamiah indian citizen here. My Singapore work permit ended. And then I applied for permanent residency in Canada, got it and moved. Singapore's PR is a tough nut to crack these days.
Congratulations on Toronto! I’m yet to explore Canada 🇨🇦
As a singaporean.. I can't wait to migrate to Canada.. Can we switch place 🤣 cause as I get older day by day, I'm getting miserable
@@Slashy6ix haha. I wish. Canadian PR is easy if you are in your 30s, have a post graduate degree and at least 5 years of work experience
your narration skill is splendid...
Thank you so much, we really appreciate this ❤️
This was exceptional. It felt like a well made professional documentary. I even liked your singing. You have a great voice and ability to present. I also liked the way you tied the initial question into the answer at the end. Have a wonderful day.
Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words about this video (even my terrible singing hehe). It really means a lot ❤️
Kuala Lumpur would be a better option. The people speak English and the city is developed. The prices are much better than Singapore.
KL is a gorgeous city, couldn’t agree more ❤️
This is a beautiful little short video. I too moved to Singapore for higher education last year with big plans and a dream. Things didn’t go as per plan and I’ve always had to redirect efforts and change the course of action. What I loved about your video is how you’ve been able to still make sense of it all despite the obvious disappointments we do face. We can only truly hope for the best but ultimately what’s written will manifest, the rest is just our emotions, thoughts, anxiety and fear that’s holding us back or clouding judgement. Moving wasn’t the easiest but I don’t regret taking the plunge and I suppose life is what you make of it but also what’s in store for you. However through it all, it’s important to take each day as it comes and appreciate the time we have and be happy in the present which is a much more healthier way to go about life. Deep underlying messages and I’m glad that I can relate to this and that there are other people who are also going through the same feelings and emotions.
Thank you so much for sharing your experiences. It means a lot and I know it will mean so much to others who have or are going through this anywhere in the world. Everything you wrote resonates with me, and exactly why I made the video to share, so thank you so much for being here 🙏🏽 I’m sorry that life didn’t turn out as expected, life is so funny like that, especially when we feel so sure of things and have dreamt it for a long time. I truly believe: What's meant for you will never miss you and what missed you was never meant for you ❤️ So I am wishing and 🙏🏽 that the path you are on now, created by your experiences, leads you to success, great love, rest and peace ☺️ Please take care ❤️
Glad to see that you are settling down well here and enjoying each moment of your life. We welcome you. If you are planning to settle down is Sg, do consider buying a small condo unit as money paid for a property will always be your own money unlike renting one.
Thank you for your lovely comment, we will hopefully look into these in the future 🤞🏾 we are proud to call Singapore home and for welcoming us 🥹🏡 thank you for watching the video and happy new year ❤️🥰🎉
Why are you here?! I just spent 20 days in London for work and returning to Singapore made me depressed! I would gladly move the opposite direction! Haha. Great video and narration.
Live in London and you’ll see how bad it is…I’m leaving after 3 years lol
Haha thank you for watching! I'm so happy you enjoyed London ❤️ ... which parts of London did you visit and I'm curious to know what made you enjoy it so much? :)
@@fahmidamiah its just the environment, every step you can feel a part of the history due to the architectural mix of old and new buildings. Streets are not exactly super clean but that doesn't bother me. Foods amazing! The service experience at least from my short 20 days has been amazing. People are generally more polite and conversational than Singaporeans which is a big plus.
I'm glad you enjoyed it. I do love London a lot, it is home after all. There is a "vibe" in London that you don't see or feel elsewhere and aside from the crime and the well reported issues, it is a fun place with a lot to do, see and eat. I miss my Uni days when I had afternoons free between lectures, and I'd jump on the tube and go anywhere and everywhere. It really is a great city ❤ I hope you get to live there, even if it's only for awhile :)
For me life is a learning process...the mistakes we make and the hardships we face make us stronger and better person...i think in the next few years you can plan again moving to another south asian country...SG is definitely a very good place to settle down but the problem is the highly crazy living cost...if you are a city girl, you should try to go to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia or Bangkok, Thailand...make a detailed research and learn from mistakes...hope you enjoying you life and hopefully a better life await you and your husband..
Thank you so much for watching and sharing, Muhammad - it's really great to read other people's experiences and insights ❤️ . A lot of people in the comments are suggesting the same: KL and Bangkok - which is very interesting. We lived in KL for a few months pre-pandemic (amazing!) and backpacked through Thailand (2016 - incredible experience!). I wish I filmed more of it. For now, we are loving Singapore. I wouldn't call it a mistake coming here at all, but just more of an expensive rental market that we - and many others - have found quite difficult, as it rapidly became even more expensive in 2022 after we landed. It's an aspect of life that would and will affect many people, and we wanted to be real about our moving abroad experience. Hopefully this video and helpful comments like yours will greatly help others. Wishing you a wonderful year ahead ❤️ ❤️ ❤️
We are planning to move to Singapore...Many people living in Singapore told us that the rental is expensive...schooling is expensive (for my 6th Grade daughter)...Not sure we are making the right choice...but as a tourist, we have visited this country many times, and every time we visit it feels like we are being called here..like this country...still believe that we will make it somehow... Btw: Your video and narration are awesome! Thumbs up!
Hi Vijai, thank you for watching ❤️ I hope the comments section will be useful to you too, with many sharing about their positive and negative experiences in Singapore. Wishing you the absolute best for you and your family 🥰
While watching this I inadvertently reached out for some tissue paper. Your narrative is so wonderfully poetic it moved me. Living in such a fast-paced country can be quite daunting, but if we learn to slow down and appreciate the little things … life will take a shape of their own
Thank you so much for your lovely comment 🥹 it means so much to me that you enjoyed the video. I really hope you will enjoy future videos. Thank you so much for being here and taking the time to explore the channel ❤️ I hope you have a wonderful day.
Thank You for sharing this beautiful life with us. Singapore is happy to have you both !
We are so happy to be here 🇸🇬🥰❤️ Thank you for watching the video and for your incredibly kind words, we hope you had a lovely Xmas and happy new year 🎉🎉🎉
in Singapore you must mix with the locals and the only way to do that is live in the hdb estate. u can find very nice hdb units in singapore. if u live straight in orchard road u will be lost and wont see singapore as a whole. singapore is also expensive. most of my expat friends agree with it. so make sure u have enough before you come over.
Hi Eve, thank you so much for sharing! 🥰 I think a lot of choices in location is around access to people’s offices and work, so people choose more central places for this reason. And currently HDB rents are also very similar to condos although only slightly cheaper. But You are right though, to really know a place, living amongst locals is key, it’s why airbnb is very popular for travellers around the world, but of course airbnb wouldn’t work in Singapore. Thanks for watching! Hope you’re having a great week so far! ❤️
Just a bit curious are the locals really that friendly? I think most are immersed in their phones and in their own world, Most of them don't even smile or say hello ...sometimes it does get lonely here but if your an introvert you will enjoy the place
This is the first video I've seen on your channel and am already falling in love with the style it's being shot and narrated. As a local, I understand singapore can be extremely expensive, but it can also be really affordable if you don't over indulge. Apartment rentals have indeed skyrocketed and it is the same for HDBs, condos or houses. I hope 2023 will be better for you and your husband. Interesting to see many areas around clarke quay being captured, as I work in this area as well. Also love your channel name, metalove. It was late last year when I went on a 10 day vipassana meditation course and also learnt about meta and giving back. May all be happy.
I appreciate your time in watching the video and leaving such a wonderful comment. Thank you! ❤️ Singapore is certainly expensive, but beyond that, we love it. For us, it's just mainly been the rental market that's been the biggest "shock" to the system (and for others too). I made the video to help people, but it's so wonderful to have locals in Singapore message me. I am truly touched by the Singaporean spirit. I appreciate your feedback on the channel name too, this is beautiful to know :) Btw, you may enjoy the following video too: ruclips.net/video/4jJOPhAbBgs/видео.html Thank you also for your well wishes. We are wishing you a beautiful 2023.
I chanced upon this video, and i am extremely impressed by the quality. Really loved your narration and writing. Reminded me of writing daily journals when i was younger. It’s a really beautiful piece of work, and i look forward to watching more of your content ❤
I really appreciate you watching the video and taking the time to comment ❤️ I also love that you mention journal writing because this channel is mainly based on some of my journalling ❤️ I hope you’ll enjoy more videos to come. Thank you so much for your supportive comment!
What a great video and narration! I can totally relate that Singapore is a bustling and beautiful city. Yes it's expensive but that's mostly due to being in the Central or city Area. Try staying in outer region or the heartlands and it's just as bustling and rents are way affordable. Heartlands are still well connected to the city easily. It all depends on your wants and needs. If you can financially sustain during your short term stay here, then go for it! Best wishes to you and your hubs and hope you enjoy it here more!
Thank you so much, we absolutely love Singapore 🇸🇬❤️ We appreciate your recommendations so much! We are looking forward to what 2023 has in store. Wishing you a lovely day, thanks again for watching ❤️
I tried the Heartlands before leaving Singapore. It's just as expensive maybe only about $500 cheaper than central. It's not worth it (for me anyway) because it's too far out for people who need to be in the office some days, have friends in central and the time in unsheltered walk to MRTs aint worth it. I also hate Grab in Singapore. But Singapore is a great place but Rental market has really made people think twice
@@hollanda500 agreed regarding HDB rents, even in the Heartlands, are not much better as we and many others have been looking. In our opinion, this rental market is unsustainable, for both foreigners and locals.
I just came across your channel.I studied at the the top school in Singapore , was offered a government scholarship to study law but instead went on to do medicine at the local uni for 9 months and left .Went on to complete my national service as an officer and then to Manchester to do software engineering.Received the university course prize.After a few years, I set up my own technology business - working on very large outsourcing contracts with government and large private companies ( at any one time, I used to have a few hundred foreign IT professionals working for me ).I also had some presence in US and Australia. Sold my company many years ago and then looked after my parents,full time - during their last few years. I now work on technology ventures but I dont waste my time on any major opportunities in Singapore.Singapore is highly overated in IT ! I have friends with 1st class tripos from Cambridge and Masters from MIT but their main interest is flipping real estate , stock market and cryptos ! My advice to you is enjoy SE Asia ( Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand etc ) but get into the US maybe in 2 to 3 years time.I never faced any mental health issues at all ( when I left medicine etc and other times in my life ) because I had the most loving parents in the world ( they were originally from India but did their Masters and PHD in the US in the early 1950s ) - who allowed me to do anything and also because of my Christian faith.Should meet up in 2 to 3 months if you are still in Singapore. I enjoyed the video .
Wow, there is so much we have in common: medicine, tech, living and moving abroad, and... Manchester (!!). I lived and trained there for several years :) The December rains in Singapore have made me reminisce about Manchester. Since I don’t have your email, please feel free to contact us anytime (our email is in the About and Description), We’d love to learn more about your journey :) Thank you for sharing and watching the video. Happy new year and wishing you the best for 2023 ❤️
@@fahmidamiah Will keep in touch !
Singapore is a small place, of course it will be expensive and unless you are at least worth US$5m, it is a place no one can enjoy their life.
Wrong guys, I am a Singaporean who has lived in 6 countries, singapore isn’t the most expensive country n you don’t need a million tube happy here. Many expats r naive n ignorant about the local lifestyle in the surburbs, expats like to live in the expenses of a tourist. After living in so many countries, singapore is still the best. Singapore is cheaper than india in terms of rental n maid services n cheaper by five times than Brazil n certainly much cheaper in every way than Europe
Ur voice is so soothing. Almost therapeutic🧡
Thank you so much for watching, and what a lovely comment :)
Such a moving poetic life adaptation...regrets turn into wonders ! Cherish the beautiful outcomes.
Love your comment, thank you so much ❤️❤️❤️ wishing you the absolute best for 2023 🥰🎉
I just wanted to apologise for the comment I made above. I jumped to a conclusion which was not right nor fair. I watched your video a few times again and understood your message about regrets in the context you wanted to convey. I have watched your other videos and have appreciated them and enjoy your voice presentation style and soothing voice. They are also quite informative. Am sorry if caused any hurt by my comments, maybe I was not in a good place at the time. I wish you luck and happiness in your new ventures in life and applaud your resilience and courage to do what you are doing 🙏
Thank you so much for your comment, it is very kind of you. I appreciate you giving the video a second chance. And no apologies necessary and no hurt caused whatsoever. Your message means a lot to me so thank you again for being so open. Wishing you the best my friend ❤️
I lived in Singapore since 2012 to 2015-
I miss it
Nice city
I lived in katong ,tembeling rd
I guess the best area in Singapore
Thank you for sharing. What did you like about Singapore the most?
@@fahmidamiah i love Asia ,my dad and my uncles travelled for business in all Asia (mostly:China ,Hong Kong ,Philippine ,Korea ,Taiwan ,so when I was young I promise to myself:
I will travel like them and maybe more.
Singapore is a little Asia with all it’s cultures inside.
I felt there at home immediately,katong was perfect ‘cause I was in a big city but at the same time was like being in a small village-it was close to the seaside
and it has a lot of amazing restaurant and market.
I loved biking from there to changi village all along the east coast park…
Such a good times man
@@dischimagalotti7025 you sound like you've had some incredible experiences! I'm so glad you have great memories of your life in Singapore. I also feel like I'll always treasure mine too :)
Great story-telling
Great narration
Great cinematography
Great editing
Great music
By the way, you could open the cookie packaging with the croissant knife 😂
Thank you for watching and taking the time to leave a comment. ❤️❤️❤️ I’m so happy you enjoyed it, I always have sweaty palms before a release and your comment means so much to me. Hahaha someone else also suggested using the croissant knife too, doh! We had a bimbo moment on Xmas day lol 🤪. Happy new year 🎉🥰
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Worked in Singapore for 2 years during 2010-2012. Was happy to leave and move to a western country, found the life and lifestyle in Singapore very expensive and boring.
Thank you for sharing your experiences. Although it wasn't the best, I hope they still helped shape you and your direction in life for the better :) Where are you now? I hope you are happy there ❤️
I enjoyed listening to your thoughts. Lovely. When you’re in Singapore, forget the roses but smell the durians and get beamed up to heaven! 💕
I’m so glad you enjoyed the video, that means a lot to us 🥰 Speaking of delicious durians, we think you’ll like the next video coming soon ❤️
I've moved twice to new countries, know Singapore too. Cities are tough. Stick it out as you settle in. Join any kind of local group and I mean *local* -small, close and close knit - so you have a chance of seeing these friends in your neighbourhood. Use your local shops regularly so you get known and talked to. ❤️
Thank you so much for watching and for sharing! It's so lovely to hear from fellow travellers and reading about your experiences. Cities are definitely tough!! And I couldn't agree more, finding local places that feel like home have really made a difference to us. ❤ I'm curious to know where else you've lived? 😊But I see you are in Singapore now, so I hope you've been having a great time here and enjoying everything the red dot has ❤
Can you help me understand on how to get a work pass in Singapore?? Thanks
Wow very smart move by having a title that grab people's attention, giving us different emotions in your vlog and on top of that such a smoothing voice 😂 jeezzz. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Thank you! I am so glad you came to watch the video and took the time to leave a comment, we appreciate this so much ❤️❤️❤️
I’m a Singaporean who moved to London six years ago. The tropical thunderstorms are what I miss the most, and when London skies are generous enough to provide a little shower, it almost feels like home. All the rain footage in your video brought lots of comfort (thank you!) and I’m glad that you’re finding joy in some of it too. I grew up learning to work around it - to clock in a good nap, enjoy the indoors, or linger a little longer at the coffee shops and order a second teh tarik. I hope you find some form of home and what works for you in singapore. It already looks like you’ve managed to over the course of a few months, which is commendable. All the best ❤
I love hearing from Singaporeans living abroad! How are you in London? I hope you’re enjoying my beautiful city. I hear rents have been wild there too, hope you’ve not been affected too much and still enjoying the UK. Thank you for your kind comment and so happy the Singapore rains part gave you a little bit of home. I’ve always hated rain, but not in Singapore ❤️
Thank you! It’s not been 100% smooth for sure, but I’ve definitely experienced some incredible things here that I wouldn’t have been able to in my safety net. Rent’s been wild here too - albeit not as bad as Singapore - and we’re definitely feeling the pinch in other areas. Also, random suggestion, do try a kayaking trail whilst you’re there! Our mangroves are really unique (and fading) and it’s quite calming being in the middle of it all at sunrise. I try to join one whenever I’m back for Christmas and it’s a really special experience you can only get in the tropics :)
Just like to give you a little bit of heart for this lovely video. I know it seems tough, and I came across your video as I am a Singaporean man myself who have made a move to Canada during the pandemic. It's really profound to watch a reversal of roles. And to understand human beings are all trying to enrich their lived experiences. My home country may seem relentless and nobullshitty - but if you do make some friends along the way, I want to implore it will be less alone and tiresome. I love the title - and the narration - it was your way of expressing your art so please continue being you!
Hi Sy! I always love to hear from people who are or have also experienced moving abroad and starting from scratch elsewhere. It is such an incredible human experience, both hard and enjoyable simultaneously, and it really tests our openness to others and the world ❤️ Your comment here and compassion really shows that - thank you for being here and leaving such kind words with understanding of what my channel is about. It means a lot. Also, I love the word nobullshitty. I shall use this from now on! 😁
Love the videography. Your title was certainly a click bait for me! Haha. Absolutely agree that while it is important to plan ahead, one must still be able to embrace spontaneity and change because we cannot control anything except our choices!!
Home is where family is. And wherever you and your husband go, as long as you are together, it will be warm, fun and safe.
This is such a beautiful comment to read. Thank you so much for your kindness. We hope you’re having a great start to 2023 ❤️🥰❤️
I hate click baits, just deceitful in my opinion.
Just a bit curious are the locals really that friendly? I think most are immersed in their phones and in their own world, Most of them don't even smile or say hello ...sometimes it does get lonely here if you are a foreigner but if your an introvert you will enjoy the place
We have found locals to be very friendly :) I think immersion into phones is a 'city person' trait and you do find this in Singapore for sure, as well as London etc. Singapore is sometimes described as "reserved" and Singaporeans don't tend to talk to strangers, and as a Londoner myself, this is no different from city life back home. But I do think people are just busy, so I can totally understand why people might feel lonely; it's understandable. I have found it's been easiest to make new friends by doing more local activities and classes through hobbies. I also believe real friendships can take time to develop - years even - so with that in mind, I tend to just ensure I spend *quality* time in certain spaces rather than just being "anywhere" for the sake of it. Time is precious to me :)
@@fahmidamiah thanks for taking the time to reply, do suggest some activities that you think is worthwhile...
Why live in Singapore when you have a Malaysia Indonesia Thailand in Vietnam right there?😂
Safety, fast and efficient infrastructure
awwww all of those places including Singapore are fantastic! I absolutely love SE Asia! There is so much to do, see, eat, and people to meet. Where's your favourite place?
Malaysia is safe, fast and has efficient infrastructure. @@seabreeze667
I know KL is fantastic for all of these things! I miss KL very much ❤️
I love how you ended your video with such a warm and lovely tone. May you find the rest of your stay in Singapore as delightful and refreshing as the tropical rains.
Thank you so much, I'm so happy to know you enjoyed the video. We are excited for what 2023 will bring 🤞🏽 ... wishing you a wonderful new year ❤
It's beautifully narrated and inspiring. Goals are far, but small steps and looking back make us enjoy the journey better. Thanks.
Thank you for your lovely comment, it really made me smile. You’re right, “small steps”. I love that. Take care and happy new year 🥰❤️
I'm glad you have no regrets and you look more relaxed now. God bless.
Thank you for your support, Eleanor! Wishing you an amazing and beautiful 2023, from both of us 🥰❤️🥰
Absolutely stunning videography and narration. Got me hooked throughout the entire video
Thank you so much for watching, and I appreciate you leaving such a kind comment! I hope you’ll enjoy more videos on the channel and more to come. ❤️
beautiful storytelling and video edit❣️👏🏽 but i cannot figure out what’s your regret🤔 … is it because you’re experiencing too many changes and tackling them all alone? connect with good friends and all “regrets” will be gone! me and my wife are living here in singapore ! happy to be of help. blessings 🙏
Thank you so much, you are so kind! We appreciate your lovely comment and watching the video. Regarding regret: this was a reflection on the word itself ☺️ For me, I find when we try to plan and think thinks will work out as exactly planned, it can make us lose sight of the wider picture ❤️ Wishing you a wonderful 2023 🎉🥰
Love it....i just moved here from America 8 weeks ago and am still moving around...might be moving to a Shophouse myself to continue the Home Search like you.....good luck!
Hi Jason, thanks so much for watching the video, and a big Welcome to Singapore! We hope you’re settling in well ❤️🇸🇬 It’s a tough market but we are Wishing you the best of luck in your search for home ☺️🤞🏽happy new year ❤️
For a moment I got lost and it felt like I was watching some nicely made Natgeo documentary. Wish you good stay in Singapore. However London has its own charm
Thank you for watching the video! Your comment means a lot to me 🥹 And completely agree, London has its own charm, as does sunny Singapore. Thank you for being here! happy new year ❤️
lol, there are reasons why so many RUclips videos tell you Singapore is a Rich nation. It is literally for the Rich, unless you are born a Singaporean you need to be decently Rich to enjoy the perks in Singapore, both personal and wealth safety and top cheap educations and healthcare (only applies to Citizens) are the main perks of living in Singapore.. why do you think there is a movie called Crazy Rich Asian that was filmed in Singapore.. That movie wasn't a joke. Furthermore getting citizenship is getting way harder unless you are either super rich or real professional in technology/scientific fields or both. Well why I kept saying you need to be rich is because, if you are not you have to work your butts off to enjoy those perks.. And when you are working your butts off its not really enjoying isn't it plus if you aren't a citizen and you think you wanted to live in Singapore… good luck.
Thanks for watching. My video isn’t about anything you’ve mentioned, nor the multiple topics other people have brought up, but it makes me really happy that my video has opened up different conversations, thoughts and feelings from so many people outside of the topic I actually was talking about in the video: change. I appreciate your comment and everyone else’s because they matter!
Imo, it’s up to Singaporeans what they want Singapore to be. But with Crazy Rich Asians - it isn’t representative of Singapore nor Singaporeans and is a racist Hollywood film that excludes groups of Singaporeans for a mainly Chinese cast. That film also makes Singapore look like a bullying, mean girl state to the sweet and innocent American-Asian. It is propaganda. Once you land in Singapore, it’s nothing like that film. Singapore is diverse in people, food and faith. People are kind, helpful, work hard and many people are stressed too. It’s a very interesting place and a lot can be learnt. But I agree: it’s very expensive for foreigners. My video isn’t really about that though ☺️
@@fahmidamiahBut sadly it was the truth, not implying that I am stereotyping every Singaporean, but it's the truth even for the women in the movie you quoted. Because even the middle class are acting that way.. Of course again not everyone.. So if Middle classes are acting that way.. It not hard to think the upper classes wouldn't and could be worst. By the way, I am a Singaporean. And I just wanted to write for others who watched your video if they thought they wanted a “retire” life in Singapore.. It's just hard to be enjoyable if you do not have capital to spend. No problem if you are there for vacation. 👍 oh and I wasn't writing to criticize your regret, if you thought I was hostile, I am just writing the reality and I thought maybe even with a lot of information out there, people would still experience it, what's better than to experience it and learning it through experience.
Hey, not every Singaporean is crazy rich. It is crazy to believe in that video which is mostly not even filmed in here.
Should have used the sharp point of the fork or knife to cut a hole into that biscuit wrapping. Sorry just a random comment lol! Glad you're settling well and Singapore somehow made you learn to let go of over planning. The rental market is going crazy but it will settle down in the future since the government had noticed the problem and it needs to be solved. I trust them enough to at least control the market somehow haha. Great video!
Moved to Singapore last year for work after staying 5+ years in Shanghai (Im Indonesian). Managed to survived only 4 months in Singapore. Felt like in a prison of concrete jungle of hdb, condo, shopping mall where all parts of the country literally look and feel the same with very little to explore. Ofc aside from extremely high living cost. Glad that I quit my job after 4 months there... Money isnt everything i suppose.
Thank you for sharing your experience, it's completely valid. I have heard others share a similar experience to you. At the same time, I know many who really adore Singapore and can't imagine leaving. The great thing about travel - as you'll know for sure - is that it helps us figure out who we are, what we want. I'm really glad you could take away what you didn't like. And I agree, as I'm sure many Singaporeans will do too, that money feels like the be it and end all in Singapore culture sometimes, but that is a capitalist illusion and not reality. I am happy to hear you are happier now... where did you move to next? :)
@@fahmidamiah Toronto!
@edvanard I hope Toronto is treating you well! ❤️
Need to know how to use your budget. If rental is us$3000 a mth in town, one can take the train 10mins out and rend us$1500. Avoid daily Starbucks coffee usd5, enjoy local coffee usd2. Meals and transport are the cheapest. So, I think Sgp is affordable with high level standards of living. Be contented with what budget u have. Not a bad place at all.
Thanks for sharing! Singapore is doable especially if you’re single or sharing (for families there are more factors to consider like schools). If one is happy to venture further out and try something different, it’s more accessible. And I love kopitiams! $2 teh is my go to 🙌🏽 and I love a beef rendang or ayam penyet from hawker centres (usually for me $7-8). The food and drink is closer to my own South Asian culture so that is not new for me, it makes me feel at home (I am very lucky ). For other expats, it may be too different from what they have from their own countried and cultures and that’s understandable if they don’t want to have Singaporean food every day. After all, our food preferences are set at a young age.
I'm not sure why, but the finishing sentence made me cry a bit..
Hi Mathilda, firstly, thank you so much for watching and leaving this beautiful comment; secondly, I hope they were tears of joy ❤ Wishing you a wonderful day.
Believe me , every foreigner feels the same way…. Make u stronger …
Sun is actually healing because of vitamin D and i too am shocked how much rent has gone up, it's cos of greed and selfishness
I was in two Fortune 500 companies before quitting the rat race and becoming a lifeguard. If your aim is to take life easy, u will have to slow yourself down. As for SG lifestyle u have to compromise your roof for a while. Rentals ain’t coming down any sooner. The rest of the stuffs are pretty manageable. I been moving around lately seems that food in SG is actually quite competitive and sometimes cheaper. And yes rules are strict but the red dot 🔴 is pretty safe …. Enjoy your stay
Thank you for sharing your experiences! ❤️ And wow… a lifeguard from Fortune 500. That’s pretty impressive. I would love to be by the water/sea more often ☺️ Wishing you a great year ahead 🎉
Singapore is an interesting choice if you want to RELAX.
If I had a cent for every person who said this… hehe 😊
If you are not Oriental looking they remove the rental property from your reach, some ads do say Chinese only.
Rental racism does sadly persist in Singapore. I am glad that many landlords are sickened by it as well as property agents who do their best to challenge it. It is still hard for many, especially those who aren't considered "Expats" at (literally) face value, who don't typically look for and live in the condos and luxury apartments and who have big salaries. I do know it has improved lastly over the years, but of course, still a long way to go... Everyone deserves a good home :)
I thank you for this video it actually made my day
Thank you very much for watching and leaving a lovely comment. I hope you have a great week ahead ❤️
I rarely post a comment under a RUclips video, but I often see the comments to have other's points of view about the content. I am agreeably surprised that you answered almost all of the comments here despite it taking time, and the words you chose to answer the comment show me that you are authentic and empathetic, that's why I posted this comment.
I'd like to inquire about the differences in working life, hours, and culture in Singapore (compared to London for example, or any other European country).
I am considering working in Singapore in the short term but I lack information about how my daily life could be, I'm currently working as a Software Engineer in London. If you have any stories, or facts to share, it would be valuable to me. Additionally, do you have any resources, such as RUclips channels or websites, that you'd recommend?
Thanks so much for taking the time to watch the video and leaving a comment. I don’t think this comments section can really provide the answer I want yo give to your questions in a meaningful way, but in a nutshell, for me and my husband, Singapore has been an great life experience. It’s not perfect, but it has certainly made an impact on us. In the mean time, I’d appreciate your patience as I make a new video to help answer yours and others questions :)
Love your narratives, just like listening to podcast in Spotify.
Thank you, you are very kind❤️ happy new year! 🎉🎉🎉
HAPPY NEW YEAR 2023 & MERRY CHRISTMAS (for the remaining few days)!!! 😁
So glad that you've managed to overcome all adversities and gradually let yourselves slowly but surely return to normalcy. 😁
I won't comment further as it seems almost everyone had their say here and my thoughts are almost similar. Never like to repeat what has been here.
Just wanted to wish both of you the very best for this new year and that eventually all dreams, and plans, will slowly be realised.
By the way, you do know that you don't have to wear mask anymore whether indoor or outdoor in Singapore. Right? With the exception of riding in the tubes (MRT) and buses. 😁
Household incomes have gone up over the years. It is over 13k now for locals. Assets, including hdb have appreciated too significantly. Those who want more bang for their buck retire across the causeway in JB and rent out their hdb. Govt policies have put Singaporeans in a better place than most other countries . I think we are very fortunate. We have lots of options.
I mean, you THINK " Govt policies have put Singaporeans in a better place than most other countries". You're not even allowed to protest, so freedom is subjective I guess.
@@fahmidamiah Since you are a foreigner and I am local, I am in a better position to judge whether we are in a better place. Of course you , a foreigner , might see it differently. But you having lived in Bangladesh as well I would think you would appreciate the importance of economic stability. I have lived in the UK so if that is your basis of comparison then my opinion differs from yours , “ freedom of speech”:doesn’t always lead to stability and prosperity. Too many cooks spoil the broth. Of course you are free to see it differently but it does beg the question what you are still doing here. Or perhaps you have left.
@@nesadcruz7840 your comment shows you know zero about me and haven't watched my videos, like a lot of the triggered Singaporeans in the comments. But since you insist on commenting about something unrelated to my actual video, allow me to educate you: there are multiple humanitarian issues in Singapore, many reported by International Organisations like Amnesty International. But I'm sure none of them affect you , as you've confidently stated - probably because you are one of the many people causing those issues for others. The real question is, why are you on my channel commenting here from an anonymous account, when there are so many Singapore youtube channels who will tell you what you want to hear.
@@fahmidamiah that comment was from 9 months ago. I did not subscribe and I don’t follow your channel, have no interest in watching your videos. Why are you replying me after all this time? Do you not have enough new viewers to respond to? You are right. I don’t know much about you , but you know even less about me . The presumption I am causing these” issues “is therefore baseless. You are an outsider, know your place. If you don’t like our system and government just leave. It is not your place to criticise or speak up for these imagined people you think need highlighting. In fact our government does not welcome people like you, outsiders looking to stir up trouble. Perhaps you should look into what happens to such troublemakers.There are enough homeless and needy people in the UK and even more in your country of origin. Go be of service to them. Let’s put this discussion to bed.
I was awaiting your "Singapore Bashing" which never came, which was an anti-climax.
But I enjoyed listening to you and your views and experience in Singapore. My country is not perfect but it not bad either. So I hope you will continue to stay here a while longer and ignore those Ugly Singaporeans who don't have a kind word for you and husband. Here all are welcome if you can afford it.
Thank you tor watching this video too, we really love Singapore, even the heat and humidity can be relaxing, Slowing down the pace of life 🥰 happy new year 🎉
I am Singaporean but I wanted a change and moved to Sri Lanka. I love the life in Sri Lanka and contemplating staying here long term.
sri lanka is great, imo an underrated destination/home
Sri Lanka sounds incredible! South Indian/Sri Lankan food is also my favourite and utterly addictive 🤤
I’m a Sri Lankan dreaming of moving to Singapore. I agree, Sri Lanka is great for settling down but Singapore offers way more opportunities .
@@RavinHewage Sri Lanka is one of the most beautiful places I've ever visited
Very calm and peaceful narration. Well done, you kept me throughput the video, could have watched more and more 😊
Thank you so much, this means a lot. I hope you'll enjoy the channel and more to come ❤️
I have moved so many times to different countries and it is always overwhelming with feelings at first.. and I remember how I hated to go to Ikea and buy same stuff for every move 😂
Thank you so much for sharing and you're so right! It's definitely overwhelming, friend! I hope you're feeling much better now. I read that moving can (and often is) as stressful as other life events. Many people underestimate how taxing it can be, even if one is super organised etc. So, moving *countries* is "normal" to feel overwhelmed and I'm certainly still feeling it 🥰 Wishing you well and hope wherever you are, you're having a good time ❤️
Both of u make such an adorable couple! I hope that the bond which you both share continues to grow stronger & sweeter as the years go by! True enough - life is all about facing challenges & attaining the triumph through it to shine brighter & inspire those around us! Lots of Love to the two of you!!
This is such a touching comment, thank you for watching and for your beautiful words 💕❤️💕
Nice narrative! Shout out from a Singapore viewer.
Thank you for watching! Wishing you a wonderful New Year 2023 🎉❤️❤️
why would anyone in their right mind move to Singapore??LOL. Houses are like shoeboxes and cost $600k and upwards and even a toyota cost $150k and up. Crazy expensive and humid country with high cost of living. Lived in Singapore for 4 years and could not wait to move out .
Thank you for sharing! I think it’ll be useful for so many others deciding on whether Singapore will be right for them, especially at this time. Positive and negative experiences are a reality of travel for sure. I also believe experiencing moving, working abroad, building relationships in different places are wonderful and unique experiences, there is a lot to gain beyond some of the cons in a place, but of course, one place maybe right for some, but totally wrong for another, that’s okay ☺️ So I’m sorry to read Singapore wasn’t right for you… I’m curious to know, Where are you now? I hope you have found happiness and a place called home there. I know how important that is ❤️
I know right, I totally agree with your comment! I hope you’re happier wherever you’ve moved to. I can’t wait to get out.
@@chloemoro , No one is stopping you.Not happy, get out.Don't waste your time waiting.
@@sksmmj7597 oh I will.. don’t you worry lol! In the process. We have a freedom of speech so I’m here agreeing. Sayonara~
20% tax makes up for it
My family and I moved to New Zealand from Singapore. I can resonate with the feelings that you experience. It's always a mixed feeling. We are enjoying our time here in NZ esp with the greenery and mountains. Hope you will enjoy Singapore as I did growing up in SG. Looking forward to more videos :)
Congratulations on your move to NZ! I am very jealous of the greenery and mountain’s you’re able to access - this is coming from a LOTR fan 😂. Thank you for your comment and sharing your experience. Moving abroad is definitely one of the best experiences of our lives and we hope you and your family continue to enjoy your time there. Singapore is a wonderful place and we are really happy to be here despite some twists and turns ❤️
No need regret. Can always come to Malaysia
Malaysia is certainly beautiful 🥰❤️
We visited Melaka and we loved it! 🇲🇾
With correct mindset, u can go very far! Congratulations 🎉and a happy 2023
Absolutely, yes! Happy new year 😊🎉
The script is very well written, the cinematography is perfect. Hope you'll create more videos like this :)
Thank you so much for watching the video and for your kind comment! ❤️
I agree 😊