So what do you think? Are the numbers accurate? Is S$1,600 a month truly enough for an individual to get by living simply in Singapore, assuming of course household expenses such as housing costs are shared. Or is it plain naivety to expect people to feel they have enough based off that? Is it a matter of mindset or just plain old reality?
A bit tough even if you are single. But if your housing is fully paid for and you strip urself of luxuries such as having a car, eating out at expensive restaurants and going for holidays on a frequent basis, u can actually stretch your dollar. If u wan a lower cost of living, then rent out your current bode n stay in bintan/batam. JB is quite expensice despite out stronger currency.
Hypothetically, yes this is enough! Assuming you paid up your mortgage or your repayment on the mortgage is really minuscule. At $1600, assuming $0 on mortgage or rent (perhaps you struck a windfall), splitting it between public transportation, 90% groceries and minimal expensive social gatherings) i figure it’s possible to allocate $250, $600, $500 and the remainder for bills etc. but boy you have to go hardcore public transport (no grab :))
I'm happy that I left my Offshore Oil and Gas job that stressed me out everyday. Now, I'm happy retiring cheaper in Kuala Lumpur and has passive income and also a shared fnb biz partner. I have quality time and able to do lots of things that I have missed before.
Jean, that’s got to be one of your best videos. The rat race is truly horrible and driven by FOMO & family/society expectations, it becomes intolerable. Your description of being in perpetual “survival mindset” is so true. We are just never content with our lot in life. When is enough enough? I know I struggle with that predicament. Your life and example is so refreshing. I listen to your videos and think, yes I can do that too. And that inspire me. Thank you.
Hi A, thank you for the very kind feedback. Living in Singapore can become akin to being in a very small echo chamber so it gets very hard to tune out social pressure and societal and familial expectations in that very compressed environment. I feel we have all been bred as Singaporeans to be extremely financially insecure so to sit back and stop striving really fights our most basic instincts. Its easier for me because i am removed from that environment, but i am rooting for you back home in SG to find your oasis in your mind!
Hi Jean, thank you for your videos. I had enough of the unreasonable people and the demands from me as a worker in Singapore. I'm not financially insecure as I came from a relatively comfortable home and my parents owned private properties in Singapore back then. I have migrated out of Singapore to a western country over 15 yrs ago and I have since been always grateful to have made that decision to quit the nonsensical rat race like you mentioned in your video the 'survival mode' mentality of Singaporeans. Now I live with purpose in my adopted country and enjoy very much the work-life balance, where you can choose how you want to work and your employer respects you for your work. My employer for example prefer you to have an opinion and contribute and have a thinking brain rather than to be a drone and follow orders. Thanks for your videos.
Hi Jean enjoyed watching your video. I am probably double your age and I found out a few years back that I have to stop striving and working at jobs that stressed me out (Covid actually expedited the process). Now I am happy working at 1/3 of my last-drawn pay and enjoying life - even stopping to enjoy the wildflowers on the roadside. Love from your countryman.
So happy to hear that 😍🦋 scaling back when we have so much is sometimes the thing that can open the door to a lot more happiness, but in our current society today of course it’s a very difficult move n viewed as socially unacceptable I guess. Kudos to u Roger 😄👍🏼
“If you don’t regard what you have as enough, you will never be happy even if you become the ruler of the world.” Thanks for reminding what’s important in this journey of life.
I resigned from teaching as a teacher in government school due to the stress. For over ten years ,I chose to lead a simple life being a tutor. My earnings are humble as a home tutor but I have 0 stress. It's only when I got older now that I start to worry about whether I will have enough for retirement etc. And the added worries come from seeing my peers who are now earning 5 figures per month or at least $6k a month. Some people actually told me , " Go and figure a second income " and " Don't you feel one's worth is determined by how much they earn ?" . Singaporeans are extremely money minded. For me,I know having peace of mind is more important. So I'll stop comparing .
Hi Peg, I totally get what you’re saying. Even here in Bali, when I meet other Singaporeans, the conversation invariably still circles around how much we all make, the value of the places we live in, whether we drive a car or bike blah blah. I can still feel the Singaporean in me wiggling a bit in discomfort in response to the pseudo brag conversation lol. But once I leave that space n those people, it’s easy to just forget about them and carry on w my real life, my furry dogs, my garden, my hubs. That is the real life and that’s what really matters. We all gotta plan for a retirement but it doesn’t have to be diamond studded. Remember ur last 10 years of a real life, as opposed to constant striving.
As a fellow teacher, I say consider retiring somewhere cheap, and net work in this very connected online world and conduct your tutoring online - it is fast becoming the norm now. Singaporeans are so spoiled and thinking tht moving to another country is traumatic, that is just mad. It starts with one having an open mind.
It’s so nice to be greeted by your message early Sunday morning here in Toronto. Thanks for the kind reminder, “stop, be fully present and enjoy the moment” have an “attitude of gratitude”
Very good assessment about your life & discussion about 'Enough is enough'. Yes, I do agree with a lot of your advice. However, you did not mention about your marital bliss. You are very fortunate to be happily married to a handsome, cute Russian who share your aspiration, dreams & life style - living in spiritual, beautiful & magical Bali. I am also married to a wonderful husband & we live in small home with a lovely garden in a nice Dutch village. Not everyone is so fortunate & even those who inherited a wealthy life style may not be happy because they are cannot be their TRUE self or have the FREEDOM to do as they please. Some people have the liberty to dream & quite often realise their dreams - like you have done in Bali ! I love Bali too. Gardening is my passion & I managed to bring Bali into my garden. It will be my legacy after 42 years of development & evolution. The Netherlands is a very free country and married gays have equal rights. We are accepted by our neighbours ( their kids play in our garden & more than 100 guests attended our wedding). This is just a peek into our Gay & normal life style in Holland. Jimmy Chye
Hi Jimmy, thanks for being so candid and sharing your personal story - it’s very inspirational, goes to show that somewhere out there there’s a happy corner of the garden for everyone. I’m very happy to read about your life in Holland. Back home in SG it’s still considered too “alternative” I guess for you to be as comfortable and open as you have described your current life to be. Yes, I too feel very fortunate to have met my hubs and have the marriage I have. I was in fact, before him, not expecting to be able to find someone who would share my dreams and values and goals in life and who would work together w me to move in the same directions. It’s the grace of the universe that we have the partners we have yes?
Jean is so soothing listening to you..sharing your experiences. Important to live life to happiness 😊 All the best wishes to you and hubby! Take care and stay safe 🙏
You are a sweetheart. Thank you for your words of wisdom. I am not surprised how successful you have been in your schooling. Thank you for giving back to the world. Singapore has done an amazing job of working to make there country a better place. That place in each of us that's hard to satisfy I believe was put there by God who created us. We can have God's peace being Rich or Poor or somewhere in the middle. For me learning about Christ and peoples NDE stories from the other side help bring me peace. Thank you, Jean Best to you, Dave
@@whyh haha Lost Leblanc just released a video on how to buy land & build house in Bali.... we watched too! we are doing smtg as well but will update later in the year lah, now still secret heehee
Hi Jean ! This video reminds me of the past when I was in Singapore for school ( shatec) and worked in Fullerton hotel. I was living there for 6 years. I had so much memories and friends still living there. I have started in my plan for early retirement now. I need more saving but I will travel every year to enjoy life. I hope you will be my surf Teacher in the future.
Very nice to have caught this vlog Jean. I love Singapore and have many friends there and also people who have moved to Aust. The Singapore model is very interesting, At 38 and chilling is awesome, I have been dedicating my life to the putting in for the company's that i worked for, but only to realize now very late that they can and will replace you. I am now needing to re think what is left of my life. I am fortunate that i now live a double life of FIFO where 1/2 my life is working away and the other 1/2 is at home which i need to expand on now to find enjoyment
We want so much, but we need so little. -enlightened master Sri Chinmoy. I watched your interview with Kelvin. Kelvin lives for the future. Whereas you live for the present. That’s the main difference between you and Kelvin, in my humble opinion.
Love your videos, you give us a lot to think about in life. I'm at the retirement age of 64 and relaxing after working 46 years. Here in the US, many people think they can retire on their Social Security check, but that is not so. Even though you own your own home, you still have to pay for property and insurance. We don't have any investments, but we do live off the three incomes from retirement. Life isn't all about getting more and more. Thank you again for all your inspiration.
Hi Jean: Excellent content, so meaningful, reflective and it is worth a self-evaluation. When is enough, enough? I think for the most part, like yours in Bali, I have a chance to explore US and found a greener pasture. Every morning, I enjoy my front lawn and trees, seeping hot coffee and doing my yoga stretch. At any time, I would lounge in my backyard awaiting for a scenic sunset. Till these days, I still love SG for its hustle-bustling life hoping that a MRT train would not run me over! A life without self evaluation is not worth living.
Hi Jean, just seeing this now looks like it was posted last year but excellent, as your vids are. And having the courage to mention 'the end' because it is a topic most people avoid, but whe're clarity reveals what is truly important but by then of course, too late Although I am all for self-improvement, and you are a advocate of learning new things it is important to distinguish where it stops becoming beneficial to a person's health and well-being. Like many things in life, it's a fine line. Striving for the top rung seems to be in most cultures, and can be addictive. Sincerely appreciate the effort you put into these vids and as obvious in the comments, many enjoy them and find them beneficial. All the best from the beach how much Southern California. Thank you enjoy!
When I was young, growing up in America, the biggest push from my community, family, and friends was that I had to go to college. I did what my family, community, and friends expected of me, I graduated from college. The next big step was getting a job with my degree. Shortly after graduation, I bought a condo, and a truck and my student loans became due. I was so overwhelmed with debt, that I worked as a teacher from 7am to 15:00 then went to a gym where I worked from 17:00 to 23:00. During the summer I worked for the State of Alaska as a wildland firefighter or bush firefighter. I did that for three years, working constantly with three jobs for three years. I realized that was exhausting and getting into debt was not for me. I apparently paid everything off and that was the most miserable part of my life.
Thanks Jean, i think i got mid life crisis and really pondering on this topic recently. Watching this video now is perfect timing. I feel caught up on the rat race and i feel im in survival mode. Partly peer pressure?? Sometimes i wonder why i struggle so much for when right now i have everything i need and can live comfortably.
Very true. We are all conditioned by society to work hard for material goods, status in life, career, etc. We sometimes lose sight of the true meaning of life. Looking back I feel I wasted decades of my life working for corporations but I needed the money and was driven to attain the job status. Now I am finally able to quit working and do the things I really want to do, because life is really short. I just wished I could have done it way sooner like you!
Hello Jean. Just would like to say everyone is special and you are a very special person. Thank you for taking your time to share your experiences and insights with us. I’m sure it helps others with staying grounded and finding aspirations to achieve their goals in life. For me it is not the “Enough “ that I need to find, it is finding what I want to do next. You touched on topics of Stephen Covey and I totally agree an abundance mentality is a key step to success and happiness no matter how each of us, defines it. Also knowing what is truly important. Thanks again for you efforts in making these wonderful videos. From New Zealand 🇳🇿
"Enough" has a different meaning to different people. Enough can be a sense of financial security. Imagine the level of stress when money runs out before life does. One must strive to enjoy every day as much as possible regardless of the grind. Be financially savvy, live below your means, save and invest but most important of all, take care of your health
Honestly, not many people know how to live a life in Sg. We just do. Do more means better? End of the day, when is contentment? Godliness & Contentment is great gain.
Hello Jean! Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us and the contents greatly resonates with me. Being present and living life to the fullest is something I am working on. Not easy when there are tons of distractions around :-) Will get there one day. Have a great Sunday!
Hi Mag! Thanks for tuning in! Even here in paradise with so much time to myself, being present still requires constant reminders. They say our minds are like monkeys! So meditation is about training our inner monkey 🤣 hope that helps! U too have a great Sunday
"Hey I made it !!!" 🤣🤣🤣🤣12 years old and already on top of the world!!!! Thank God you did all that hard work too, because they help create a new Buddha!!! 💫💞🙏🤙💪
Hello Jean! Love your videos! Your words about how we always need to "surmount" the next mountain really rings true in the Singapore education system. Yes, I am sick of the rat race too. I feel sick of people that also feel what i do or whatever we earn is never enough. Thanks, Jean! Keep doing the videos! We love them ^-^
Hi Jean, your lifestyle is very inspiring and motivating for me and my wife to strife forwards to. We are also planning to semi-retire in our 40s and move to Yunnan, China. I am always fearful and worried though, having not enough money to survive. Any advice will be appreciated, looking forward to more videos. All the best to you and your future. Paul
@@paultkc That sounds awesome, dont think you would encounter difficulties for day to day expenditures in Yunnan. However, you should still consult your financial advisor/banker for a well thought out plan as we do not know your current financial situation well.
Hi Chris! Thanks for stopping by! Seen a couple of your videos as well as kelvin’s recent reaction video re you, nice 👍🏼🤓 all the best w the financial independence adventures! 😄🌻
That is so true my plan was when my house was paid out and I had x $ in cash I would move overseas for good, now I have 6 times that in cash and house paid off and I just don't want to do that now. Lost the feeling.
The challenge is that cost of living keep rising. My dad saved hard and thought his saving was enough but after 5 to 10 years it was no longer the case. This was what my family faced about 8 years ago.
Hi Jean. First time I came across your video and Subscribed after the first 2 mins. Looking forward to catching up on your videos and seeing new videos. P/S just turned 55 and pursuing happiness and not cashing money
There are people in my family who are doctors and earn exponentially more than me but are still desperately working more and more because it’s never enough. Not only that, but my sister and her family- their way of life is so geared towards constant stimulation, ADD, distraction, and entertainment, that they go around dragging other people down and looking at others like myself and finding ways to put me down. But they know deep down that I have something they don’t. Even though my income is only a fraction of theirs, because I live on passive income, I have full freedom over my time and I value my freedom and time and inner journey above all else. They then try to barge into my life with their need for distraction and entertainment and then try to tell me that what I have is not enough and I have to have what they have like luxury items and experiences. But they have no peace of mind, and I have no desire to live like them. Constantly on their phones trying to get the next fix of stimulation. No thanks. I am satisfied with what I have and need more boundaries from people like this
hey! thanks for this note. I totally resonate haha. Those people do surround me sometimes when i'm back in SG and they make me feel bad and question my own life choices, but like u, the reminder of how i feel in my actual life - the contentment and peace - is usually enough to shake me out of my own questioning haha. Glad you hv such strength of mind. Ace.
You have a competitive spirit starting in childhood years. It is this spirit in you that made you strived so hard and burnt out in the early adulthood. While most of us are mediocre and have learnt to live with contentment and live at our own pace and still contribute to Singapore economy, society and our families. Revisit the good old Chinese fable of the rabbit and tortoise race.
Haha that’s really funny! So it’s because I excelled - in the specialists singapore system which they spent more money to create to identify and groom people like me - n that’s why I burnt out? And according to you the secret of to a great life is mediocrity? Wow that’s a first. The fable of the rabbit and the tortoise is really about timing the exertions of your efforts so u can run the long race, not a sprint, and remaining humble even if you have a head start to not assume you’ve alr won the race until it’s over. Perhaps you shd revisit your reading and comprehension of it. And believe it or not, I still pay taxes in singapore even tho I don’t live there, and I still take care of my folks, in other ways aside from throwing lots of money at them perhaps, but they’re very much in my life.
I only realised a lot of this because I live w my foreigner hubs and we fight all the time about financial attitudes! Really helps bring out the nuances in cultural differences haha but all for the good 👍🏼
Wow thank you again now I can really appreciate and understand her much better now. We can survive hahaha our ordeals. Really thinking about moving to Bali or Thailand in the next 12 months.
in the past i use to work 2 jobs late hours , working on weekends to get reports done. And quit all that... as got older i realize that Health, family and Time are 3 that matter more to me now..
Really Respect @Jean Voronkova for sharing your experience with us all~ Also, I think that you did a really splendid job on this informative and knowledge video~
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Everybody's life is a different journey. I see it depends on our personality, the gifts we were given, in a well-to-do or a poor family, a harmonious or a strife-torn environment, growing maturity. Then the values we embrace, the opportunities and learning from life experiences as we age After 33 years in the military, I quit that working world cuz of increasing pressure and exhaustion. No regrets at age 52 though I've lost my $5K salary....
Truth is life is a rat race.. using social media as an example.. its mostly the laudable milestones in life that is shared (new condo, new car, promotion, new born etc.)
I think social media exacerbates unhealthy mindsets like what u mentioned…. Taking the keeping up w the jones stuff from beyond just your backyard to all of sg lol. It’s tough
Hi Jean, thanks once again for the insightful video. U have aptly pointed out our home country Singapore was always imbued with a sense of insecurity and always competing to be 1st. Thus the rat race always continue from young to always excel. Its a sad phenomenon but a reality for our society measured in terms of GDP. To say enough is enough is not easy.
I think maybe the govt doesn’t have much choice but to keep driving the herd forward at as much speed as they can, but on an individual basis, it’s good if we can get conscious and if we disagree with it, we can always opt out. Right?
@@JeanVoronkova You are so right and I totally agree with everything in your video. I think moving to another country at retirement is in most Singaporean's mind as far as I know. Just don't know how to opt out sustainably without much money or talent. I guess I'll just have to wait till my children are independent if that is even possible in Sg.
It is enough when we stop acquiring things to impress people we don't know and care about. It is enough when we start being comfortable with being uncomfortable not conforming. It is enough when we stop equating happiness to joy. It is enough when we begin living an altruistic life. It is enough when we realise that we live in our own minds. It is enough when we understand that money is an idea that does not deserve our attachment. The monetary number is arbitrary.
Always when i am seeing your videos, i feel sad and hopeful at once. Sad because i truly want to live the same live as you do but due to my ex wife leaved me together with my son, i want to stay near my son, so living the life you live is the next years not possible for me. Hopefully because someday i think i can reach it at all
It will happen at the right time for you Christian don’t worry. Just don’t forget that this is what you dream of and keep visualising it - that was a very important tool for me to manifest my own dreams. U never know how life twists and turns. I never thought even as recently as 2 years before that we wd now be able to live in Bali like this. On the aside, being there for your kid is also one of the most important things in life you will ever have to do too 👍🏼🦋
S$1,600 income is enough if it comes all from collected rent... Can choose not to work, or be quite choosy on jobs one wants to take on. I wish everyone well!
Whether it’s enough or not, it’s like painting a picture. Very often you want to add something, but sometimes not enough time, not enough colors, or someone distracts you.
do u regret? Can't tell from your msg! but i think if you retired cos u were tired then you probably feel happier now...... ? We all need to listen to ourselves and do whats best for us. No foul in that.
Enjoyed watching the video. Working on such a list of 10 things to make one happy would be quite helpful. Being mindful is a major key too, thanks for the wonderful insights.
U r pleasant, eloquent and convincing. Seldom, just a person speaking a general topic is enough to make me subscribe a channel. But you come across thoughtful and inspiring. Thank you for the nice video. I dun, however, encourage the thinking of "enough is enough". Sure, we should avoid the trapping of "going after one challenge after another" just bcoz everyone else is doing it. The real problem is bcoz people stop to hear themselves. If they r chasing after the 🌈 by listening to their hearts, why not?
It’s just a matter of linguistics n how u dice it yeah? Ultimately like u said, it’s a matter of knowing contentment and focusing on what really matters 😄
One needn’t strive at the breakneck speed that you resented from school to career. It’s all about conscious balance, or moderation. Life isn’t a sprint to be hated. It’s a marathon to be celebrated along the way. You seem to be peering at the rear view mirror of your past life way too often to make you feel good for your present one. I sense there’s some misgivings or discomfort to live the life of a retiree at your age, with all the attendant woes like money, uncertainty and insecurity that will only compound as you age. Get back to the fast lane, but pick a speed of your choice to live not exist, with all the financial stability and security that comes with a career. Many will kill over what you gave up.
Highly recommend "The Monk who sold his Ferrari"..very similar background story to you, enjoy your videos immensely...Peace and JaYoe ( Moomoo promo, is not available in the UK )
Wonderful videos I absolutely love your attitude towards life in general. Thank you so much for this. It's definitely helping me get through this stage of my life.
Happens to many who climb, then they get cancer . A life of striving and no realisation that they’ve wasted their entire lives , living other’s expectations. 2 minutes from the cold slab , it hits that life is for experiencing the only earth you’ll have available. They don’t look and check their gold Rolex to count down the seconds . I was going to say that your list omitted a man . But I won’t .
Enough is enough when enough is not enough. Earning SGD2,000/person/month is just enough to get by without receiving wedding invitations; birthday parties; go to funerals; see doctor; see dentist; see psychiatrist. Earning SGD2,500/month allows some breather. At S$3,000/month, can save $300/month just nice to pay for income tax at year end!
remember a Mr Beans welcome to hell standup show, quite some years ago, lawyers as he announced , did receive the fullest degree of commotion from audience
It’s true, but a lot of ppl from my generation are at the point where I guess we’re questioning - hey we’re kinda rich as a collective, isn’t it time to update the mentality a bit? We can do more to be more inclusive, no?
@@JeanVoronkova I totally get where you’re coming from Jean. Yeah it’s like hey…I think we have enough buffer, can’t we take rest. It’s not like we’re stopping the whole journey or goal. But I guess that’s where the “KIASU” word come in place 😊
You can't plan on 1600 due to unexpected expenses and health issues as you get older. If you can't plan on that number then it's useless to have the mindset that you can live on that. The reality is by not continuing to work for money you give up peace of mind as things are much more uncertain without a regular source of income. There are no free lunches in this world.
Ah hah! The comment I’ve been waiting for hahaha. Now then let’s take your version of “reality”, so what’s the number that is enough for your peace of mind?
So what do you think? Are the numbers accurate? Is S$1,600 a month truly enough for an individual to get by living simply in Singapore, assuming of course household expenses such as housing costs are shared. Or is it plain naivety to expect people to feel they have enough based off that? Is it a matter of mindset or just plain old reality?
From the top of my head, I think to be comfortable in SG - 2.9k was the number you'd first see on Google.
A bit tough even if you are single. But if your housing is fully paid for and you strip urself of luxuries such as having a car, eating out at expensive restaurants and going for holidays on a frequent basis, u can actually stretch your dollar. If u wan a lower cost of living, then rent out your current bode n stay in bintan/batam. JB is quite expensice despite out stronger currency.
Hypothetically, yes this is enough! Assuming you paid up your mortgage or your repayment on the mortgage is really minuscule. At $1600, assuming $0 on mortgage or rent (perhaps you struck a windfall), splitting it between public transportation, 90% groceries and minimal expensive social gatherings) i figure it’s possible to allocate $250, $600, $500 and the remainder for bills etc. but boy you have to go hardcore public transport (no grab :))
No, not in SG
I admire people living on a meager amount of money.
I do so, too, Jean.
It really is not that hard to do.
I'm happy that I left my Offshore Oil and Gas job that stressed me out everyday. Now, I'm happy retiring cheaper in Kuala Lumpur and has passive income and also a shared fnb biz partner. I have quality time and able to do lots of things that I have missed before.
Jean, that’s got to be one of your best videos. The rat race is truly horrible and driven by FOMO & family/society expectations, it becomes intolerable. Your description of being in perpetual “survival mindset” is so true. We are just never content with our lot in life. When is enough enough? I know I struggle with that predicament.
Your life and example is so refreshing. I listen to your videos and think, yes I can do that too. And that inspire me. Thank you.
Hi A, thank you for the very kind feedback. Living in Singapore can become akin to being in a very small echo chamber so it gets very hard to tune out social pressure and societal and familial expectations in that very compressed environment. I feel we have all been bred as Singaporeans to be extremely financially insecure so to sit back and stop striving really fights our most basic instincts. Its easier for me because i am removed from that environment, but i am rooting for you back home in SG to find your oasis in your mind!
Hi Jean, thank you for your videos. I had enough of the unreasonable people and the demands from me as a worker in Singapore. I'm not financially insecure as I came from a relatively comfortable home and my parents owned private properties in Singapore back then. I have migrated out of Singapore to a western country over 15 yrs ago and I have since been always grateful to have made that decision to quit the nonsensical rat race like you mentioned in your video the 'survival mode' mentality of Singaporeans. Now I live with purpose in my adopted country and enjoy very much the work-life balance, where you can choose how you want to work and your employer respects you for your work. My employer for example prefer you to have an opinion and contribute and have a thinking brain rather than to be a drone and follow orders. Thanks for your videos.
Hi Jean enjoyed watching your video. I am probably double your age and I found out a few years back that I have to stop striving and working at jobs that stressed me out (Covid actually expedited the process). Now I am happy working at 1/3 of my last-drawn pay and enjoying life - even stopping to enjoy the wildflowers on the roadside. Love from your countryman.
So happy to hear that 😍🦋 scaling back when we have so much is sometimes the thing that can open the door to a lot more happiness, but in our current society today of course it’s a very difficult move n viewed as socially unacceptable I guess. Kudos to u Roger 😄👍🏼
“If you don’t regard what you have as enough, you will never be happy even if you become the ruler of the world.” Thanks for reminding what’s important in this journey of life.
I resigned from teaching as a teacher in government school due to the stress. For over ten years ,I chose to lead a simple life being a tutor. My earnings are humble as a home tutor but I have 0 stress. It's only when I got older now that I start to worry about whether I will have enough for retirement etc. And the added worries come from seeing my peers who are now earning 5 figures per month or at least $6k a month. Some people actually told me , " Go and figure a second income " and " Don't you feel one's worth is determined by how much they earn ?" . Singaporeans are extremely money minded. For me,I know having peace of mind is more important. So I'll stop comparing .
Hi Peg, I totally get what you’re saying. Even here in Bali, when I meet other Singaporeans, the conversation invariably still circles around how much we all make, the value of the places we live in, whether we drive a car or bike blah blah. I can still feel the Singaporean in me wiggling a bit in discomfort in response to the pseudo brag conversation lol. But once I leave that space n those people, it’s easy to just forget about them and carry on w my real life, my furry dogs, my garden, my hubs. That is the real life and that’s what really matters. We all gotta plan for a retirement but it doesn’t have to be diamond studded. Remember ur last 10 years of a real life, as opposed to constant striving.
Agree with you. An ex -teacher..compare with me, not your peers. I am shaking legs doing nothing.
@@JeanVoronkova oh I like what u say ! Yes indeed , retirement doesn't have to be diamond studded !
As a fellow teacher, I say consider retiring somewhere cheap, and net work in this very connected online world and conduct your tutoring online - it is fast becoming the norm now. Singaporeans are so spoiled and thinking tht moving to another country is traumatic, that is just mad. It starts with one having an open mind.
I think if schools let teachers cane students like the good old days, maybe stress level can be lowered
It’s so nice to be greeted by your message early Sunday morning here in Toronto. Thanks for the kind reminder, “stop, be fully present and enjoy the moment” have an “attitude of gratitude”
Hi Jean, I must say this is your most inspiring video ever. Being a Singaporean myself I can relate to the things you talked about. Keep ‘em coming.
Very good assessment about your life & discussion about 'Enough is enough'. Yes, I do agree with a lot of your advice. However, you did not mention about your marital bliss. You are very fortunate to be happily married to a handsome, cute Russian who share your aspiration, dreams & life style - living in spiritual, beautiful & magical Bali.
I am also married to a wonderful husband & we live in small home with a lovely garden in a nice Dutch village. Not everyone is so fortunate & even those who inherited a wealthy life style may not be happy because they are cannot be their TRUE self or have the FREEDOM to do as they please. Some people have the liberty to dream & quite often realise their dreams - like you have done in Bali ! I love Bali too. Gardening is my passion & I managed to bring Bali into my garden. It will be my legacy after 42 years of development & evolution.
The Netherlands is a very free country and married gays have equal rights. We are accepted by our neighbours ( their kids play in our garden & more than 100 guests attended our wedding). This is just a peek into our Gay & normal life style in Holland.
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Hi Jimmy, thanks for being so candid and sharing your personal story - it’s very inspirational, goes to show that somewhere out there there’s a happy corner of the garden for everyone. I’m very happy to read about your life in Holland. Back home in SG it’s still considered too “alternative” I guess for you to be as comfortable and open as you have described your current life to be. Yes, I too feel very fortunate to have met my hubs and have the marriage I have. I was in fact, before him, not expecting to be able to find someone who would share my dreams and values and goals in life and who would work together w me to move in the same directions. It’s the grace of the universe that we have the partners we have yes?
Jean is so soothing listening to you..sharing your experiences. Important to live life to happiness 😊
All the best wishes to you and hubby! Take care and stay safe 🙏
You are a sweetheart. Thank you for your words of wisdom. I am not surprised how successful you have been in your schooling. Thank you for giving back to the world. Singapore has done an amazing job of working to make there country a better place. That place in each of us that's hard to satisfy I believe was put there by God who created us. We can have God's peace being Rich or Poor or somewhere in the middle. For me learning about Christ and peoples NDE stories from the other side help bring me peace. Thank you, Jean Best to you, Dave
You're so bright and articulate, and always worth listening to. Thanks. Enjoy yourself.
Just listening to Jean's voice made me dropped my work momentarily and breathed deeply, contemplating..... One day ... soon....
How soon is soon? Haha, in the mood for questions I am! But thank you for often tuning in 🙏🤓 very happy that the videos resonate w u 🌻
@@JeanVoronkova I am passively looking for a farm/homestead to buy.
If you know any in Bali, please give me a ring!
@@whyh haha Lost Leblanc just released a video on how to buy land & build house in Bali.... we watched too! we are doing smtg as well but will update later in the year lah, now still secret heehee
Hi Jean ! This video reminds me of the past when I was in Singapore for school ( shatec) and worked in Fullerton hotel. I was living there for 6 years. I had so much memories and friends still living there. I have started in my plan for early retirement now. I need more saving but I will travel every year to enjoy life. I hope you will be my surf Teacher in the future.
Very nice to have caught this vlog Jean. I love Singapore and have many friends there and also people who have moved to Aust. The Singapore model is very interesting, At 38 and chilling is awesome, I have been dedicating my life to the putting in for the company's that i worked for, but only to realize now very late that they can and will replace you. I am now needing to re think what is left of my life. I am fortunate that i now live a double life of FIFO where 1/2 my life is working away and the other 1/2 is at home which i need to expand on now to find enjoyment
It’s never too late! Don’t worry, we all always feel we’re always late to the party but it’s just walking different paths really.
We want so much, but we need so little. -enlightened master Sri Chinmoy.
I watched your interview with Kelvin. Kelvin lives for the future. Whereas you live for the present. That’s the main difference between you and Kelvin, in my humble opinion.
Love your videos, you give us a lot to think about in life. I'm at the retirement age of 64 and relaxing after working 46 years. Here in the US, many people think they can retire on their Social Security check, but that is not so. Even though you own your own home, you still have to pay for property and insurance. We don't have any investments, but we do live off the three incomes from retirement. Life isn't all about getting more and more. Thank you again for all your inspiration.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts & weighing in Jose 😄🌻
Hi Jean: Excellent content, so meaningful, reflective and it is worth a self-evaluation. When is enough, enough? I think for the most part, like yours in Bali, I have a chance to explore US and found a greener pasture. Every morning, I enjoy my front lawn and trees, seeping hot coffee and doing my yoga stretch. At any time, I would lounge in my backyard awaiting for a scenic sunset. Till these days, I still love SG for its hustle-bustling life hoping that a MRT train would not run me over!
A life without self evaluation is not worth living.
sounds so idyllic on your end - happy for you la! love that they have so much space in the US the homes always have lovely gardens!
Hi Jean, just seeing this now looks like it was posted last year but excellent, as your vids are. And having the courage to mention 'the end' because it is a topic most people avoid, but whe're clarity reveals what is truly important but by then of course, too late Although I am all for self-improvement, and you are a advocate of learning new things it is important to distinguish where it stops becoming beneficial to a person's health and well-being. Like many things in life, it's a fine line. Striving for the top rung seems to be in most cultures, and can be addictive. Sincerely appreciate the effort you put into these vids and as obvious in the comments, many enjoy them and find them beneficial. All the best from the beach how much Southern California. Thank you enjoy!
jean!! hello again, after don't know how many years. enjoy watching your videos and content! stay healthy and happy!
Hey Sam! Thanks for leaving a note to say hi! It’s great to hear from u again how r u now? Whatcha doing?!? R u in touch w any of the others?
Listening to this in a naturist resort resonants a lot more
When I was young, growing up in America, the biggest push from my community, family, and friends was that I had to go to college. I did what my family, community, and friends expected of me, I graduated from college. The next big step was getting a job with my degree. Shortly after graduation, I bought a condo, and a truck and my student loans became due. I was so overwhelmed with debt, that I worked as a teacher from 7am to 15:00 then went to a gym where I worked from 17:00 to 23:00. During the summer I worked for the State of Alaska as a wildland firefighter or bush firefighter. I did that for three years, working constantly with three jobs for three years. I realized that was exhausting and getting into debt was not for me. I apparently paid everything off and that was the most miserable part of my life.
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Jean, I couldn’t agree more with what you said. Good job!
Thanks Tie! Hope u have awesome Sunday plans 🤓
Thanks Jean, i think i got mid life crisis and really pondering on this topic recently. Watching this video now is perfect timing. I feel caught up on the rat race and i feel im in survival mode. Partly peer pressure?? Sometimes i wonder why i struggle so much for when right now i have everything i need and can live comfortably.
Fen here😂
Very true. We are all conditioned by society to work hard for material goods, status in life, career, etc. We sometimes lose sight of the true meaning of life. Looking back I feel I wasted decades of my life working for corporations but I needed the money and was driven to attain the job status. Now I am finally able to quit working and do the things I really want to do, because life is really short. I just wished I could have done it way sooner like you!
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Hello Jean. Just would like to say everyone is special and you are a very special person. Thank you for taking your time to share your experiences and insights with us. I’m sure it helps others with staying grounded and finding aspirations to achieve their goals in life. For me it is not the “Enough “ that I need to find, it is finding what I want to do next. You touched on topics of Stephen Covey and I totally agree an abundance mentality is a key step to success and happiness no matter how each of us, defines it. Also knowing what is truly important.
Thanks again for you efforts in making these wonderful videos. From New Zealand 🇳🇿
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Your insight will saved lots of lives and released lots of people from bondages , Thank you
Cheers, just sharing some thoughts, great ideas they resonate 😄
"Enough" has a different meaning to different people. Enough can be a sense of financial security. Imagine the level of stress when money runs out before life does. One must strive to enjoy every day as much as possible regardless of the grind. Be financially savvy, live below your means, save and invest but most important of all, take care of your health
Absolutely. The stuff that money can’t buy is the stuff that’s truly important
Honestly, not many people know how to live a life in Sg. We just do. Do more means better? End of the day, when is contentment? Godliness & Contentment is great gain.
Hello Jean! Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us and the contents greatly resonates with me. Being present and living life to the fullest is something I am working on. Not easy when there are tons of distractions around :-) Will get there one day. Have a great Sunday!
Hi Mag! Thanks for tuning in! Even here in paradise with so much time to myself, being present still requires constant reminders. They say our minds are like monkeys! So meditation is about training our inner monkey 🤣 hope that helps! U too have a great Sunday
"Hey I made it !!!" 🤣🤣🤣🤣12 years old and already on top of the world!!!! Thank God you did all that hard work too, because they help create a new Buddha!!! 💫💞🙏🤙💪
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aha IKR, i was such a know it all at 12. haha
Hello Jean! Love your videos! Your words about how we always need to "surmount" the next mountain really rings true in the Singapore education system. Yes, I am sick of the rat race too. I feel sick of people that also feel what i do or whatever we earn is never enough. Thanks, Jean! Keep doing the videos! We love them ^-^
Hi Jean,
your lifestyle is very inspiring and motivating for me and my wife to strife forwards to.
We are also planning to semi-retire in our 40s and move to Yunnan, China.
I am always fearful and worried though, having not enough money to survive.
Any advice will be appreciated, looking forward to more videos.
All the best to you and your future.
Paul
Cool, so rent out your house here and sip puer in Yunnan with the passive income?
@@ecjjox that's the plan.
@@paultkc That sounds awesome, dont think you would encounter difficulties for day to day expenditures in Yunnan. However, you should still consult your financial advisor/banker for a well thought out plan as we do not know your current financial situation well.
Stumbled upon your channel. Very impressed by your personality and channel’s content! Keep it up plz. Greetz from the Netherlands
Love your videos Jean! Always a good positive message and help me realize many unconventional mindsets along building financial independence
Hi Chris! Thanks for stopping by! Seen a couple of your videos as well as kelvin’s recent reaction video re you, nice 👍🏼🤓 all the best w the financial independence adventures! 😄🌻
That is so true my plan was when my house was paid out and I had x $ in cash I would move overseas for good, now I have 6 times that in cash and house paid off and I just don't want to do that now. Lost the feeling.
The challenge is that cost of living keep rising. My dad saved hard and thought his saving was enough but after 5 to 10 years it was no longer the case. This was what my family faced about 8 years ago.
Hi Jean. First time I came across your video and Subscribed after the first 2 mins. Looking forward to catching up on your videos and seeing new videos. P/S just turned 55 and pursuing happiness and not cashing money
thanks Justin, glad the content resonates :) plenty of time for you to catch up with happiness every day, it's never too late :)
There are people in my family who are doctors and earn exponentially more than me but are still desperately working more and more because it’s never enough. Not only that, but my sister and her family- their way of life is so geared towards constant stimulation, ADD, distraction, and entertainment, that they go around dragging other people down and looking at others like myself and finding ways to put me down. But they know deep down that I have something they don’t. Even though my income is only a fraction of theirs, because I live on passive income, I have full freedom over my time and I value my freedom and time and inner journey above all else. They then try to barge into my life with their need for distraction and entertainment and then try to tell me that what I have is not enough and I have to have what they have like luxury items and experiences. But they have no peace of mind, and I have no desire to live like them. Constantly on their phones trying to get the next fix of stimulation. No thanks. I am satisfied with what I have and need more boundaries from people like this
hey! thanks for this note. I totally resonate haha. Those people do surround me sometimes when i'm back in SG and they make me feel bad and question my own life choices, but like u, the reminder of how i feel in my actual life - the contentment and peace - is usually enough to shake me out of my own questioning haha. Glad you hv such strength of mind. Ace.
You have a competitive spirit starting in childhood years. It is this spirit in you that made you strived so hard and burnt out in the early adulthood. While most of us are mediocre and have learnt to live with contentment and live at our own pace and still contribute to Singapore economy, society and our families. Revisit the good old Chinese fable of the rabbit and tortoise race.
Haha that’s really funny! So it’s because I excelled - in the specialists singapore system which they spent more money to create to identify and groom people like me - n that’s why I burnt out? And according to you the secret of to a great life is mediocrity? Wow that’s a first. The fable of the rabbit and the tortoise is really about timing the exertions of your efforts so u can run the long race, not a sprint, and remaining humble even if you have a head start to not assume you’ve alr won the race until it’s over. Perhaps you shd revisit your reading and comprehension of it. And believe it or not, I still pay taxes in singapore even tho I don’t live there, and I still take care of my folks, in other ways aside from throwing lots of money at them perhaps, but they’re very much in my life.
Well said ! We sold up in Europe and now live on an 11 acre Tropical Fruit Farm in SE Asia ! Should have done it years ago
hehe we all think that but the truth of life is that it all happens at the right time when things are right innit?
My girlfriend is from Singapore and this explains so much
I only realised a lot of this because I live w my foreigner hubs and we fight all the time about financial attitudes! Really helps bring out the nuances in cultural differences haha but all for the good 👍🏼
Wow thank you again now I can really appreciate and understand her much better now. We can survive hahaha our ordeals. Really thinking about moving to Bali or Thailand in the next 12 months.
in the past i use to work 2 jobs late hours , working on weekends to get reports done. And quit all that... as got older i realize that Health, family and Time are 3 that matter more to me now..
it's never too late! you now have the rest of your life to live it meaningfully with emphasis on the stuff that matters :)
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Hello Jean 🙋♂️ !! Thanks for your most thoughtful presentation of ways of thinking 🤔👍 and balanced life style beliefs 👍. So sensible and interesting to follow. Well ‘placed’ sponsorship 😊. Wishing you and yours all the best. Cheers, Don 🏴
Haha thanks Don!
Wow Jean I really love everytime you shared, it's so inspiring and we learned something, your an amazing women, thanks and best regards 💝😊
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Thank you for the video, Jean 😄🙏🏼🌻 happy weekend!
Thanks Shree u too have a great one tmr! Happy Sunday!!
Everybody's life is a different journey. I see it depends on our personality, the gifts we were given, in a well-to-do or a poor family, a harmonious or a strife-torn environment, growing maturity. Then the values we embrace, the opportunities and learning from life experiences as we age
After 33 years in the military, I quit that working world cuz of increasing pressure and exhaustion. No regrets at age 52 though I've lost my $5K salary....
Truth is life is a rat race.. using social media as an example.. its mostly the laudable milestones in life that is shared (new condo, new car, promotion, new born etc.)
I think social media exacerbates unhealthy mindsets like what u mentioned…. Taking the keeping up w the jones stuff from beyond just your backyard to all of sg lol. It’s tough
Hi Jean, thanks once again for the insightful video. U have aptly pointed out our home country Singapore was always imbued with a sense of insecurity and always competing to be 1st. Thus the rat race always continue from young to always excel. Its a sad phenomenon but a reality for our society measured in terms of GDP. To say enough is enough is not easy.
I think maybe the govt doesn’t have much choice but to keep driving the herd forward at as much speed as they can, but on an individual basis, it’s good if we can get conscious and if we disagree with it, we can always opt out. Right?
@@JeanVoronkova You are so right and I totally agree with everything in your video. I think moving to another country at retirement is in most Singaporean's mind as far as I know. Just don't know how to opt out sustainably without much money or talent. I guess I'll just have to wait till my children are independent if that is even possible in Sg.
Hi Jean, thanks for your encouraging reminder. ☺️
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Oh girl, your voice is so soothing 😍😍
It is enough when we stop acquiring things to impress people we don't know and care about. It is enough when we start being comfortable with being uncomfortable not conforming. It is enough when we stop equating happiness to joy. It is enough when we begin living an altruistic life. It is enough when we realise that we live in our own minds. It is enough when we understand that money is an idea that does not deserve our attachment. The monetary number is arbitrary.
Love this. Thank u for sharing. Wonderful read and timely reminder that “we live in our own minds”. 😍🌻🦋
This is beautiful, frankz
Always when i am seeing your videos, i feel sad and hopeful at once. Sad because i truly want to live the same live as you do but due to my ex wife leaved me together with my son, i want to stay near my son, so living the life you live is the next years not possible for me. Hopefully because someday i think i can reach it at all
It will happen at the right time for you Christian don’t worry. Just don’t forget that this is what you dream of and keep visualising it - that was a very important tool for me to manifest my own dreams. U never know how life twists and turns. I never thought even as recently as 2 years before that we wd now be able to live in Bali like this. On the aside, being there for your kid is also one of the most important things in life you will ever have to do too 👍🏼🦋
A cat and a dog! 😻🐶 Thanks for sharing your thoughts - definitely will make a list for myself 😄
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S$1,600 income is enough if it comes all from collected rent... Can choose not to work, or be quite choosy on jobs one wants to take on. I wish everyone well!
Whether it’s enough or not, it’s like painting a picture. Very often you want to add something, but sometimes not enough time, not enough colors, or someone distracts you.
nice way to put it.
I quit my job at 57 and said to myself enough. I'm tired so I retired.
I was then at the peak of my career. 😅
do u regret? Can't tell from your msg! but i think if you retired cos u were tired then you probably feel happier now...... ? We all need to listen to ourselves and do whats best for us. No foul in that.
WOW, full of light. Thanks
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Enjoyed watching the video. Working on such a list of 10 things to make one happy would be quite helpful. Being mindful is a major key too, thanks for the wonderful insights.
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Sometimes it's best to take a step back and really ask is enough enough..
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Hi Jean , what u said is very true. 👏👏
Thanks Khim, glad it resonated 🤗👍🏼
U r pleasant, eloquent and convincing. Seldom, just a person speaking a general topic is enough to make me subscribe a channel. But you come across thoughtful and inspiring. Thank you for the nice video.
I dun, however, encourage the thinking of "enough is enough". Sure, we should avoid the trapping of "going after one challenge after another" just bcoz everyone else is doing it. The real problem is bcoz people stop to hear themselves. If they r chasing after the 🌈 by listening to their hearts, why not?
It’s just a matter of linguistics n how u dice it yeah? Ultimately like u said, it’s a matter of knowing contentment and focusing on what really matters 😄
Thank You Jean! You always Brighten up my Days!
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Very good calming voice. I do like it makes me relax.Perhaps you can do meditating vlog.
Like your video and subscribed. Your upbringing and what did you say resonate a lot with me. How you choose your own life is really inspiring.
One needn’t strive at the breakneck speed that you resented from school to career. It’s all about conscious balance, or moderation.
Life isn’t a sprint to be hated. It’s a marathon to be celebrated along the way.
You seem to be peering at the rear view mirror of your past life way too often to make you feel good for your present one.
I sense there’s some misgivings or discomfort to live the life of a retiree at your age, with all the attendant woes like money, uncertainty and insecurity that will only compound as you age.
Get back to the fast lane, but pick a speed of your choice to live not exist, with all the financial stability and security that comes with a career. Many will kill over what you gave up.
haha your suggestion almost made me spurt my tea through my nose lol! uhm no thanks
nice to hear your voice . and I am glad you still love Bali
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Amazing, thank you for sharing!
Highly recommend "The Monk who sold his Ferrari"..very similar background story to you, enjoy your videos immensely...Peace and JaYoe ( Moomoo promo, is not available in the UK )
Living or retiring in Singapore? Absolutely no! The environment is just too toxic & keep getting worse.
Totally agreed. Many fake people here, they don't even know they become fake.
Air and water pollution?
Hello.. Nice to know you. Greeting from 🇮🇩 indonesia
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Thank you very much, Ms. Jean 🙏🏽🙇🏻♀️❤️❤️❤️
cheers :)
Enough is enough when you get AMDK and born with rich parents.
Wonderful videos I absolutely love your attitude towards life in general. Thank you so much for this. It's definitely helping me get through this stage of my life.
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Happens to many who climb, then they get cancer . A life of striving and no realisation that they’ve wasted their entire lives , living other’s expectations. 2 minutes from the cold slab , it hits that life is for experiencing the only earth you’ll have available. They don’t look and check their gold Rolex to count down the seconds . I was going to say that your list omitted a man . But I won’t .
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I like this vid. Good insight.
When is enough for you? That is a interesting question for everyone. Anyway this channel is great 👍
aww thanks a lot!
I admit at first i was attracted to your beauty. But now I enjoy more listening to you talking about the fact of life.
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Enough is enough
when enough is not enough.
Earning SGD2,000/person/month is just enough to get by without receiving wedding invitations; birthday parties; go to funerals; see doctor; see dentist; see psychiatrist.
Earning SGD2,500/month allows some breather. At S$3,000/month, can save $300/month just nice to pay for income tax at year end!
Enough = only necessity or
Enough = with luxury
IMO life must include some luxury to be balanced, the Yin and the Yang.
remember a Mr Beans welcome to hell standup show, quite some years ago, lawyers as he announced , did receive the fullest degree of commotion from audience
Spot on, I think Singaporeans poll as amongst the highest in the world for UNHAPPPINESS, despite their wealth.
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Are you saying you can live in Singapore for under $1200usd/month?? What kind of housing?
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Watching from SG while thinking of my rent that will increase by 100%. Deep breaths
ooh yes i am aware of the rental and the mortgage interest rates situation there.... squeezing everyone hey :(
Don't forget some emergency fund, like medical purposes, replacement of car/ washing machine/latop/ phone
Thank you for great advice and insight
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again, very inspiring !
Yes,enjoy life and build memories:)
Excellent view of life...
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thanks!
Tq jean for your thoughts
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Good point of view
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Success in life is when we can be useful human beings for other humans , what do you think Jane ? 😁
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🇺🇲 Goodness ! You Look Amazing .... could it be Your Lifestyle ??? You must be Happy !!!
$1600 a month is minimal and survival. Some people may find it sad living in this state if they are lowering down from a higher spending lifestyle.
i felt alright counting the pennies at that level... but i suppose probably not forever i guess, factoring in unexpected circumstances as well etc.
i felt alright counting the pennies at that level... but i suppose probably not forever i guess, factoring in unexpected circumstances as well etc.
Quite awesome and interesting
what an experience and point of view
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You don’t get to the top 4 riches country without sacrifices. Live it or leave it I guess 😊
It’s true, but a lot of ppl from my generation are at the point where I guess we’re questioning - hey we’re kinda rich as a collective, isn’t it time to update the mentality a bit? We can do more to be more inclusive, no?
@@JeanVoronkova I totally get where you’re coming from Jean. Yeah it’s like hey…I think we have enough buffer, can’t we take rest. It’s not like we’re stopping the whole journey or goal. But I guess that’s where the “KIASU” word come in place 😊
You can't plan on 1600 due to unexpected expenses and health issues as you get older. If you can't plan on that number then it's useless to have the mindset that you can live on that. The reality is by not continuing to work for money you give up peace of mind as things are much more uncertain without a regular source of income. There are no free lunches in this world.
Ah hah! The comment I’ve been waiting for hahaha. Now then let’s take your version of “reality”, so what’s the number that is enough for your peace of mind?