My Mentorship Journey One Year On | Heartware Network

Jun 15, 2021 | Koh Yi Jing

My Mentorship Journey One Year On

Oprah Winfrey once said: “A mentor is someone who allows you to see the hope inside yourself, allowing you to see the higher part of yourself when it becomes hidden to your own view.” Many a times, when we view ourselves through someone else’s lenses, our strengths, weaknesses, and situation become much clearer from the […]

May 25, 2021 | Jaz Low

ManageMe

Either you run the day or the day runs you. Time is an irreplaceable asset; once it’s been used, it’s gone. Essentially, it is the only capital any human has that they cannot afford to lose. People often complain about the lack of time in their lives when the lack of direction is the problem. […]

May 20, 2021 | Yogaraj P

AHEF Levels Playing Field for Students Affected by COVID-19 Crisis

While the world continues to fight the COVID-19 crisis, less privileged families are often still reeling from its economic impact. In a 2020 study in Singapore, more than 1,000 low-income families saw a 69 percent decline in their median household income. For those with children about to pursue or currently pursuing tertiary education, the financial […]

May 15, 2021 | Jaz Low and Nashra Ghazali

The Messenger Dove

With their round body, small head and short legs, the elegant messenger in the form of an inviolate white dove soars through the sky with its sleek wings, executing clean and graceful strokes. Despite being of more miniature stature than the homing pigeons, these Columbidae birds are equally excellent navigators and capable couriers of communication. […]

May 10, 2021 | Yogaraj P

No Gym? No Problem! 7 Exercises for You to Do Right at Home

As Singapore rolls out more stringent protocols from May 8 onward in efforts to tackle the recent spike in COVID-19 cases in the community, one measure that is a significant blow to all exercise enthusiasts is the closure of indoor gyms and fitness studios. The shutdown – set to last until May 30 – have […]

Apr 27, 2021 | Le Hua Li

The Rise of Home-Based Businesses

In the lull of the Covid-19 circuit breaker period last year, Singapore saw a rapid surge in home-based businesses (HBBs). For some of their founders, circuit breaker meant more time to pursue their passions. For others, it was a matter of finding alternative ways to make ends meet. The advantages of HBBs over traditional businesses, […]

Apr 23, 2021 | Alycia Lee

Bridging the Distance: Forging Friendships Through Video Calls

Volunteers Rishi and Kay-En with their buddy, Thimajit. Life as we know it has been different ever since the COVID-19 pandemic hit our shores last year. With safe management measures in place, many physical activities have been restricted, including volunteerism. Unfazed by the disruption, our Heartware Network volunteers have instead adapted to new and creative […]

Apr 13, 2021 | Jesline Yu

Can Digital Media Replace Traditional Media?

(Graphic by Tang Jiaxi, Media Volunteer) Imagine a world where newspapers, radios, and television broadcasts are rendered obsolete. All we need to do is to click multiple buttons on our mobile phones to obtain the latest news bites, advertisements and updates. Governments can easily reach out to its people via digital media. Such is the […]

Mar 25, 2021 | Le Hua Li

How Do We Become More Empathetic?

I’m sure we’ve all had one of those days when we just needed a big hug, or a friend to rant to. Perhaps we felt totally misunderstood by someone. Well, in those situations, we were more than likely seeking a dose of empathy. The desire to be understood and loved is a characteristically human one. […]

Mar 16, 2021 | Schermaine Choo

Meaningful Ways to Spend Your Holidays

As March draws near, so do the holidays for students, especially those in tertiary and secondary institutions. The start of Phase 3 has increased group gathering capacities from 5 to 8 and has allowed for more activities, although still limited. With less stringent rules, you may be wondering how to spend your holidays. Fret not! […]

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