Tag: Personal

  • What is Tall Poppy Syndrome and How to Live with It?

    What is Tall Poppy Syndrome and How to Live with It?

    Tall Poppy Syndrome is more than just a cultural phrase. From ancient Rome to modern classrooms, it reflects how societies often criticise or cut down those who stand out. Beyond its economic effects, it leaves deep marks on personal confidence and mental health. In this blog, I reflect on its cultural roots, share lessons from…

  • Embrace

    Embrace

    Six months ago, I packed eight suitcases, rented out my house, paused my nonprofit, and left my corporate job. I even turned down a director-level offer at a high-performing company. It came with a 20 percent salary increase, flexible working arrangements, and was close to home. On paper, it looked like the perfect next step…

  • A Third Life: Redefining Motherhood

    A Third Life: Redefining Motherhood

    6–8 minutes

    As a postpartum depression survivor, Alice Yu Yuebo reimagines the role of a mother, drawing from her journey of building Mama on Palette, Singapore’s first art community for mothers, and the wisdom of the ancient Mosuo tribe in China.