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Claire Vorster
- Jan 8, 2020
- 3 min
The Real Secret To Having it All
'Happiness is not a station you arrive at, but a manner of traveling.' Margaret Lee Runbeck, Author, 1905-1956 Have you noticed how words and phrases creep into our everyday language? New words and phrases always reflect the latest ways of doing things. They can even make us re-think our thinking. If you were to think back a few years, would you have Googled something you wanted to know? Would you have tagged your best friend on Facebook? Would you have known what a propert
Claire Vorster
- Jan 8, 2020
- 4 min
How To Turn Failure Around, Starting Today
Brett Merrell is a well-respected fire fighter from Los Angeles, after 9/11 he dearly wanted to pay tribute to those comrades who had died by placing a flag at the summit of Mount Everest. What Brett did not know is just how events on the mountain would spiral out of his control, leaving him alone to a stark choice and a remarkable decision. Brett would be making his second attempt to climb the most formidable mountain in the world. The first time he had mortgaged his house
Claire Vorster
- Jan 7, 2020
- 3 min
London Insider. Incredible Free Things To Do
The best things in life are free. If you are heading to London any time soon, here's your insider’s peek at things to do; either cheaply or completely free. And if you weren’t heading to London… you may be after reading this. “No city in the world has more free stuff to do.” lonelyplanet.com Discover, Explore, Be Inspired All of London's top museums are absolutely free. Pretty much anything you like, from any time in History. Ever. Here’s our top picks with handy links so you
Claire Vorster
- Feb 21, 2019
- 4 min
Are exams failing our students?
Last year, India was rocked by demonstrations after questions from national school examinations were leaked, leading to a high-level investigation. Reflecting on the ruckus, in the Hindustan Times, education specialist Sheshagiri KM argued that, “it’s time that we ask ourselves why we have become so obsessed with this performance-driven culture in education, which is giving rise to so much anxiety.” His voice joins educators in Singapore and around the world who are questioni
Claire Vorster
- Nov 29, 2017
- 3 min
Love History, Arts and Culture? 9 Free Things to Do in Singapore
Visiting, or living in Singapore, you are on to a good thing, The Lion City is high on the list of The New York Times 46 Places To Go in 2013. Here is our insider’s guide to making the most out of your time in the city without breaking your budget. If you are looking for free things to do in Singapore, new adventures are here for the taking. History 1. Chinatown Early Chinese settlers flocked to Chinatown and you can still soak up a strong sense of history and vitality as you
Claire Vorster
- Nov 29, 2017
- 3 min
End Boredom Now! 7 Great Family Activities in Singapore
Want motivation to dust off the cobwebs, get up and out with your family? Our top 7 picks for family-friendly attractions, events and activities. Whether you're looking for free things to do, or ideas for getting away from it all, you'll find it right here.
1. For Walks and Picnics By The Sea Changi Point has been a popular area for family picnics since the 1840's. If you want to take a picturesque stroll, suitable for little ones, there are plenty of options. The Changi Boa
Claire Vorster
- Nov 29, 2017
- 3 min
Want Weekend Ideas? 5 Easy Road Trips In Singapore, And More!
The weekend. Time for some R&R. A good weekend involves something more exciting than binge watching TV on your sofa, and better for your bank balance than another trip to the mall. Here are our top picks for easy road trips in Singapore. Happy weekend to you and your car. 1. Katong and Joo Chiat Once filled with coconut plantations and used as a weekend retreat by wealthy city dwellers, Katong developed into a residential suburb by the early 20th century. It became populated
Claire Vorster
- Nov 28, 2017
- 3 min
The Singapore Grand Prix – Nobody Does It Better
Singaporeans have always been trail-blazers. And in this grand tradition, the world's only Formula One night race always promises to be a noisy, thrilling, high-octane spectacle. This dramatic battle between racing gladiators at the top of their game is played out on the classic Marina Bay street circuit, with its spectacular city at night backdrop featuring the historic City Hall building and contemporary architectural gem the Esplanade. Old world meets 21st Century glamour,
Claire Vorster
- Nov 28, 2017
- 2 min
Our Singapore Heritage – So Much To Celebrate!
Singapore is abuzz. And why not? The month of August is peppered with reasons to be cheerful as together we celebrate Hari Raya Puasa and Singapore’s own Birthday. The Lion City is a lively place at any time, but come National Day, there are all manner of parades, stunts and fireworks, aimed at retelling the nation’s colourful history. Singapore’s first National Day was held at the Padang in 1966 shortly after the nation gained independence from Malaysia, bringing with it th
Claire Vorster
- Oct 3, 2017
- 3 min
Fire Insurance v. Home Insurance. Avoid This Expensive Mistake
If you are about to buy a house or you are already a homeowner, take a minute to read this. It could save you 1,000s of dollars and a lot of heartache. Buying a house is often the most significant investment we will make; yet many of us are not aware of the difference between fire insurance and home insurance. A home loan in Singapore comes with the requirement that you take out basic structural or fire insurance. HDB or landed property, you have to comply. If you are buying
Claire Vorster
- Jun 5, 2016
- 3 min
Don’t Stop The Dance
“What a wonderful life I’ve had! I only wish I’d realised it sooner.” Colette - a controversial French writer who assisted her Jewish friends, including her husband, during the German occupation of France in World War II. It is 7:51 am on January 12th, your morning is well on its way as the clock rolls on another minute. Today you are working a job you have had for the past 3 years; you are a Project Manager - US Government - Washington DC. You take the Metro like always. You
Claire Vorster
- Jun 2, 2016
- 3 min
The Best Angels Have Scars
I saw the angel in the marble and carved until I set him free.’ Michelangelo, Italian sculptor How do you carve an angel from a block of marble? How do you make something beautiful when you can’t see any beauty? How do you find possibilities in impossible situations, or discover inspiration under the guise of monotony? The simple answer, as Michelangelo learned, is one chip at a time. Here are some questions for you. What do you see under your block of stone? What kind of a
Claire Vorster
- Jun 1, 2016
- 4 min
5 Ways To A Wealthy State Of Mind
The famous French philosopher, Rene Descartes, said "I think, therefore I am." He could very well have said, "How I think determines how I am." Put it another way, you are what you think. Our thoughts are powerful tools that can determine not only our moods, but also our decisions and actions. Dale Carnegie, the grandfather of self-help and author of the massively successful book How to Win Friends and Influence People puts it this way: "Remember, happiness doesn't depend u