Caitanya Tan
Region: SG
Sunday 16 August 2026 03:59:28 GMT
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this is a beautiful watch. point after point just hit home. and when you brought up 'sonder' it totally sold me. the word 'sonder' holds such a special place in my heart, having done a concert with a storyline surrounding this. thank you so much for this, really appreciate it so much
2026-08-22 16:35:01
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Sierra :
Thanks for the thoughtful sharing. And I learnt a new word!
2026-08-23 02:15:49
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rootbeerfloat :
but some people find these questions too intrusive for them to share with you, so by anticipating that, you stop asking such questions. so the conversations just stay shallow.
2026-08-23 02:03:07
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Crystal Lim-Lange ✨ :
I think we’re collectively traumatised by the experience of being yelled at by the hawker stall owner for stuttering our order and being too slow to get to the point 😂
2026-08-16 14:16:31
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Samueltaxi :
Spot on
2026-08-22 11:14:07
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jerome.calahonda :
part of the problem with starting a conversation also comes from our upbringing. As a child, we are always told to be quiet and not ask questions (because it's rude). So as an adult, we don't have the practice to ask the "right" questions. It took me a long time to finally break the psychological barrier to start a conversation and ask questions. 👍✌️
2026-08-16 08:06:09
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Mickey :
I find transactional relationships across wide parts of Asia.
2026-08-16 04:30:20
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Carrie.cj :
yup, msians are definitely more humble and friendly
2026-08-16 16:07:14
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jynolo_sg :
We all need to feel sonder, it’s very humbling to feel we are just a tiny role in someone else’s life, but sadly most Singaporeans are very self absorbed
2026-08-19 03:42:20
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nattttal :
i agree.
2026-08-22 05:31:43
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danong1303 :
look good lady
2026-08-22 11:34:58
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crazyguy :
its sad that most people today think they need to either get something from you or give something to you whenever you interact with them
2026-08-16 04:42:31
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JiakJiakJiak :
I couldn’t agree more. I actually had the same conversation just yesterday. Growing up in Singapore, we’ve always taken pride in being efficient — even in the way we communicate, and maybe that’s why Singlish is so direct too 😂 What I’ve noticed in some other cultures is that conversations often start with the person first, before getting to the task. That difference really made me reflect on how we connect with people.
2026-08-16 05:31:55
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CMF摆渡人 :
We have often witness you expressing frustration when faced with challenging circumstances
2026-08-18 23:07:18
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RONALD :
But it’s okay, when you’re young, make your money here where it’s efficient and move far far away to retire 😉
2026-08-17 01:59:10
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CK | UI/UX Beginner :
when I was still working for an airline that caters to Singaporeans as well, I don't think they're bad at conversations. I think as with other races, there are some if not all are really bad but there's that percentage who is really friendly.
2026-08-17 12:13:21
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Canola15 :
In this modern world, ppl dont need another ppl to solve their probs. They turned to AI or socmed for the answers. Hence no purpose of making new connection u less its transactional.
2026-08-17 15:24:08
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SyNfEmDoLl 🏳️⚧️ :
so true, prove me wrong.
2026-08-17 07:59:38
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Ejad :
Don't u think it's the competitiveness at play? Thus less genuine conversation
2026-08-18 08:58:13
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subashiinii :
I love this woman for speaking my mind! 💯
2026-08-17 10:35:32
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Life Purpose companion :
Singaporeans have been brought up with performance as the measure. it leads to Dwecks fixed mindset. if only we'd embrace adventure we'd move to a growth mindset n truly live
2026-08-17 06:52:01
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meesiamkia :
That's very true. Even if you're being genuinely nice, the opp party will look at you suspiciously 😂
2026-08-17 08:01:14
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Invisible Hand :
We have the best education system, best army, best government. Should be the best already
2026-08-16 05:24:20
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RedDotter :
Totally agree with your point today! Preach on!✌️✌️
2026-08-18 22:38:55
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proshopper2 :
Insightful indeed! Thanks! Keep up the content!
2026-08-17 11:57:41
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