SINGAPORE — Some weeks ago, one of my friends invited me via text to join our friend group for a trip to Japan, extolling the value of taking a soothing soak in an onsen on a wintry day or enjoying the vibrant nightlife in Tokyo.
ago, one of my friends invited me via text to join our friend group for a trip to
Like most of my peers I do get an allowance from my family that covers my basic necessities. To pay for anything beyond that, I had to juggle my side gigs alongside my studies to earn a limited income that allows me to travel with my friends. Admittedly, this resulted in me having to give up on opportunities, like going on a semester-long exchange trip or obtaining my driver's licence. It's ironic, I know, especially since my original aim was to be able to afford experiences that would enrich my life.
As I struggled to come to terms with constant work and missed experiences, I spoke to some experts that might shed some light on how to find a sustainable way forward.Six psychologists I spoke to emphasised the importance of being self-aware so as not to bite off more than I can chew. This would allow me to figure out what a meaningful hustle is and"for what purpose we are busy", she said.recognise my own strengths and weaknesses, I would be able to silence the inner critic which wrongly assumes that my differences with others are signs of not being as good as them.
“When you put things in perspective, you will understand that you do have time to earn money and you don’t have to rush,” she said. After all, my end goal was just to save up so that I could enjoy my youthful pursuits without the guilt of overindulgence.
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