It has been a crazy 2 months where I was busy searching for a new job and I now can finally say it – I’M BACK IN THE CORPORATE WORLD! While I can’t say that I relish the working hours of the corporate world (I wished that there was more flexibility in hours and whether we work from home and/or office) but I do like the challenges as well as having colleagues to socialise as well as bounce off ideas with. That said, it will be some time before I can find a comfortable schedule to balance my work life...
Have I found the best collagen supplement? Review on Gorgeous by Klarity
So I was given a box of Gorgeous by Klarity SG to try and review (28 ampoules) and I was intrigued to a certain extent. Mainly because I am taking collagen supplements but logically, I know that collagen is only protein so it’ll be digested down into amino acids in the stomach. However, there have been research reports that suggests that there is a correlation (not causation) between consumption of collagen and better skin/joint health. That’s probably why I’m continuing my collagen supplements. But…Klarity SG comes with a lot of scientific backing regarding their Bioactive Collagen Peptides. As such, I...
Trying out Anake – DNA-based Skincare
I’m not sure why this didn’t occur to me earlier but our skin type is determined by our DNA, so wouldn’t it make sense to know how best to treat our skin/ what type of skincare to use based on our DNA? Well, someone did. Introducing Anake, Singapore’s first end-to-end DNA-based skincare experience, that uses your DNA to come up with a bespoke skincare experience for you and they also give you the report to let you better understand what ingredients to look out for (and avoid) in your skincare regime. Check out my video review below or at https://youtu.be/ZUOl0yKkn_Q...
The Lonely Century | Book Thoughts
I almost did not bother reading this book because the title did not appeal to me at first. However, I decided to give it a try and I was pleasantly surprised that how relevant it is to explain how and why people are behaving the way we are in the 21st Century. Summary (From Blinkist) The Lonely Century explores the loneliness that characterises the 21st century. Drawing on a decade of research, it reveals how neoliberal policies, new technologies, and mass migration to cities have contributed to us becoming so lonely – and what shifts need to occur for us...
Clubhouse – Let’s Talk About PCOS & Endometriosis
I’ve downloaded Clubhouse ages ago but never really got into it but I’ve decided to start a Clubhouse version of my Melissa’s Table Top Talk. And what topic would I start off with? I decided to touch on PCOS and Endometriosis since 1 in 5 women suffer from one of these conditions and I happen to be part of that statistic. I do suffer from endometriosis with a touch of PCOS and it seems like only women who have this condition or doctors truly understand the implications when I reveal my condition. However, menstrual health is important and I do...
5-min tour of Star Wars Identities exhibition
Went to the Star Wars Identities exhibition held at the ArtScience Museum with a friend because we wanted to use up our RediscoverSG vouchers and we’re Star Wars fans. Not the hardcore fans but enough of a fan to know the characters and having watched all the movies plus a couple of the animations. Anyways, I do recommend going to the exhibition if you’re a fan! You’ll definitely geek out and will appreciate the interactive journey where you get to choose your character while also looking at actual movie props and costumes! Nonetheless, with the tougher restrictions on going out...
Easter Reflections
It has been some time since I’ve last blogged and it is because I really have mountains of things to do but I tell myself that I do need to take breaks and just unwind. If not, my white hairs will increase, more of my existing black hairs will drop and I’ll probably look haggard. Haha! So now I’m taking a short breather to just do a bit of reflection as we enter a new quarter of the year (Spring in the Northern Hemisphere and Autumn for those in the Southern Hemisphere). I’ve been kind of on point with regards...
Greenlights | Book Thoughts
I was pleasantly surprised that the latest Blink on my list was Matthew McConaughey’s Greenlights. The nosey side of me decided to listen to it (there are days where I skip a book) and now, I am quite intrigued at the psyche/headspace of McConaughey. Summary (From Blinkist) Matthew McConaughey had an unorthodox upbringing in East Texas, raised by parents who embraced what he calls outlaw logic. But they were supportive when it came to his desire to lead a creative life. After shifting gears to attend film school in college, Matthew caught a break when he was cast in Dazed...
Comedy Night For My March Activity?
With Lunar New Year in Feb, I really didn’t have any brainpower to plan an activity for the month. But…perhaps I have found something for March? Singapore’s only full-time female standup comedian, Sharul Channa, will be doing a show in March at the Drama Centre Black Box entitled “Cleavage Murukku Crusher and Other Jokes”. Curious to find out the story behind the title? Well…she’s not going to reveal it until the show itself! I’ve been to her ad hoc standup comedies when she was still doing her rounds at amateur nights and she’s quite funny. I was even picked on...
Earn Extra Cash with AirBnB-like Platform Filmplace
We all know about AirBnB where hosts can monetise their extra bedroom for travellers but with this pandemic, the travel industry has been clobbered and homeowners and short term rentals are also feeling the effects. Aiming to offer a unique opportunity for space and homeowners to maximise their income, Singaporean award-winning filmmaker Lincoln Lim, who won multiple awards in Mumbai International Film Festival 2014 and the Singapore World International Film Festival 2016 for his directing and cinematography, has launched his first venture as a tech founder with Filmplace. First global film locations marketplace Brands and the media production industry often...