Its been a year since I came to Singapore to study. Time passes so fast and I really miss the times I had in secondary school. And now here I am studying in Singapore, hoping to get the best out of it. The reason why I came to Singapore is because of my parents constant encouragement and the feeling that God has a plan for me here. Although if given a choice, I would rather stay in Malaysia, but ultimately, I am grateful that I am given a chance to study here in Singapore, where the education is of a higher standard. I was really surprised when I was accepted into Ngee Ann Polytechnic despite my suckish SPM results.
Being here in Singapore had taught me many lessons and experiences which I have never gone through before. The first would be the tight budget which I'm given. Back home, I would be able to withdraw money from my parents when I ran out, but it is totally different here. As you all know, the standard of living here is higher then back in Malaysia. I have to learn to spend my money wisely despite all the various temptations before me. Expenses like food, transportation and phone bills have to be calculated each month so that I do not overspend. Recently I realized that I have been spending too much and I promised myself not to do so anymore. Self control plays an important part in my everyday life.
My time spent here has made me appreciate what my parents had done for me and not to take them for granted. Back home, there would be meals laid out on the table each day and I would never have to worry. But here, I have to do all these by myself. Since, there is literally no space in my uncle's house for me to cook anything, I have to eat out everyday, which is really troublesome. Plus, I would have to do my own laundry, cleaning and washing everyday. All these things have made me really grateful for what I have at home.
Living here has also taught me to be independent. I had to start all over again. From making friends and getting used to the place. I had to get used to living in a foreign country and to adept to the lifestyle here, which wasn't easy for the 1st month. But slowly, I began to make friends with the church youth which made me comfortable and welcomed me so warmly. I began to have a few friends in poly. Without these people, I wouldn't have been able to survive until now. Especially to the group of friends which I often hang out with. Plus there is the internet which enables me to keep in contact with my friends in Malaysia, which is really important because I am someone who treasures friendship a lot. Here in Singapore, there is no one to remind you, "Have you done your devotion? Have you cleaned your room? Have you studied today? Have you done your homework?". Now, I have to force myself to be disciplined, if not, I'll be totally disorganized, which would be very bad. Besides being physically disciplined, I also have learned to be spiritually disciplined. Reading the bible and praying everyday has become something that I am trying my best to put into practice.
I have become emotionally stronger since coming here to study. Leaving my family and friends and going to a place where everyone else is a stranger, is not an easy task at all. Trust me. It might be a nightmare for many people. For me, the 1st few weeks in Singapore was not easy at all. I was depressed and lonely and felt like no one cared for me. But soon enough, I found great friends and people which I could rely on and who could make me happy. I really want to thank God for these people which he has brought into my life. Overcoming the feeling of loneliness and depression is not easy. It is not something which can be done alone. You need people who you can trust to encourage you and support you in these times. Most importantly you need God to help you through this. Which he really has done for me and I truly thank Him. Praise the Lord!
I hope that I would continue to grow in every way with the grace of God and that I would be able to see his plans in my life.
myself
a ripe old age
Jun Arn
Waddup? Jun Arn here. Existed since 6th November 199*. I love my family, friends and most importantly, GOD. I love Taylor Swift, she's the best. I love to be around my friends because they make me happy. If you know me, you're considered blessed. I'm awesome!