On nights like today when I stay awake until an ungodly hour, I’ll often think about it’s foreseeable reprecussions. Because I know I’ll wake up the next morning regretting my decision. I’ll know I could have spent my time more wisely. Without enough sleep, I’ll be more messy, less diligent and careful, less patient. But…

“We haven’t talked in so long!! But first I really want to know: how’s Singapore?!” “Aww yeah it’s so good to see you! I’m so glad we could call. And yeah Singapore? It’s been challenging but it’s…. it’s great! Yeah. I’m learning a lot.” I’m a 21 year old student from Canada on a summer…

Themes: privilege, family, understanding Today marks my first week since my flight landed in Singapore, and so much feels like it has happened. Aside from just experiencing culture shock, I’ve adjusting to living standard shock too. My parents immigrated from India to North America before the 2000s. They’ve told me of the struggles they faced…