The absence of active citizenship. I think I am brought up in a society where self-centeredness is increasingly embraced. We care a lot about how we can improve our lives individually, and think little about how we can progress as a community and society. We disconnect because we value self-development more than collective growth. Apart from family violence and abuse, in recent history, divorce is commonplace to our society because it is the easy way out. To exercise active citizenship to me is to play the role of a good human being; to see that everything we do has a consequence. Persevering in all that we do, whether it is the relationships we have, taking care of the earth, being kind to animals and other creatures we co-exist with, fighting for a good cause etc. We should all learn to be more selfless. After all, the world did not exist for just one of us.
23 Mar 2015: While getting ready for work, Nat told me that Mr Lee Kuan Yew has passed on. I didn't expect the multitude of sadness that followed. Found out that Prime Minister Mr Lee Hsien Loong would be addressing Singaporeans on his father's death at 8am and my heart went out to him. As I was watching his address, I am reminded that no matter who he is, he is still his father's son. When I see the profile and cover pictures of many of my friends changed into mono colours, I see unity and appreciation. By human standards perhaps we may debate about whether he is a good leader, but I believe he was called to serve with the others when Singapore really needed one. RIP Mr Lee Kuan Yew.
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