Singaporeans Getting Too Busy - GOOD or BAD?

In reference to my topic. It’s just something on my mind for the longest time as a Singaporean. I see it with my own eyes every day. I am even part of this day to day survival game. Let us discuss the good and the bad.

THE GOOD:

With more people working and contributing, this would boost the country’s economy at a greater pace. People are earning more; both the men and the ladies. There are more flashy cars on the roads nowadays and you can see mid-aged men and ladies driving these cars. You have your 2 doors Audis, BMWs, Mercs, what have you. The people are getting more educated. A diploma is considered “low end” already. When you throw a stone, you will definitely hit a degree graduate. You must be able to be a scholar or a masters or PhD holder to stand out. (No disrespect to those who have little or no education because I do see many of them doing well and making it big in their lives and career.)

THE BAD:

People are so involved in building their career, they forget about the things in life that makes them happy besides money. They do not date. They do not go into relationships as it might jeopardize their career advancement. And because of this, they do not get married, they do not have babies. Hence causing the aging population to rise and the next generation to decrease. With the economy improving, the costs of living goes up as well. Those that are not doing well will suffer and it pains me to see them in these situations. I just want to help whenever I can. With more cars on the road as well, it causes more jams, COE price to increase, more accidents, and more time spent and wasted on the road – as the saying goes, time is money. I see most people going to gym at 9pm after work. This shows that they are working till late and only have time for themselves after 8pm. With that much little time even for themselves, what more for family, friends, hobbies, etc.

CONCLUSION:

In conclusion, we all should learn how to juggle both work and life. Do what is necessary. Make the right decisions in life and do not live to regret in the future. Always look far and long term.