Rebound With Resilience With Kevin Wee: Recent Episodes
Kevin Wee
A podcast dedicated to raising your resilience, mindset and mental wellness. We are also a social enterprise and training provider dedicated to resilience and positive mental health. We conduct programmes in schools and organizations. Do enquire about our talks and programmes!
Youtube: Rebound with Resilience Website: www.reboundwithresilience.com Email: kevin_wee@reboundwithresilience.com Instagram: @reboundwithresilience
On the third episode with our collab with Safe Pod, we interview a counsellor in training Kathleen on befriending and the principles of support
On our 2nd episode of our podcast series with @safepodatqueenstown, we speak to Karen Wee, exec director at @lionsbefrienders to speak about all things EMPATHY (how to develop it and why it's so underrated!)
In Ep 1 of our 3 part podcast series with Safe Pod, we sit down with Eric Chua (MP for Tangjong Pagar GRC & Parl Sec for MCCY) to discuss mental health in society (progress, gaps and solutions)
Rae is a good friend, recent graduate and highly sought after communications coach. We discuss her journey feeling less worthy, imprisoned by societal standards, self-harm and the emotional impact it left. She also shares how she took steps to overcome, how to speak up for yourself and ultimately, how to define your own standards.
Caregiving is an underemphasized yet crucial part of the mental health ecosystem. Often times, caregivers find themselves helpless, frustrated and heavy, as they put the burden and blame on themselves. To share about challenges and solutions in this area, we host Esther, one of the co-founders of Prepare to Care (a campaign by final year NTU Students to support caregivers), and Veena, a counsellor and psychoeduator at Caregivers Alliance (an organization dedicated to educating and training caregivers) SIGN UP for Caregiving Panel Talk: bit.ly/cwcsg2022
Josiah is in NS currently, and running a company that provides compliance and regulatory data for shipping companies. He shares his journey, stories and mindsets that helped him to where he is. He is an exceptional storyteller and I’m sure you’ll enjoy this episode and learn plenty of valuable lessons//Rebound is excited to partner SPINOFF to bring you a podcast series featuring student entrepreneurs: their stories, struggles, resilience and how they live out their passion! Subscribe and stay tuned for future episodes! Especially if you're a student at SP, do check out SPINOFF, they are taking in students for their programmes! DM them on Instagram for any queries! https://www.instagram.com/spinoff_sp/
Yiting works as a regional marketing executive at Shiseido. Her passion for skincare and positive attitude were shaped from her experiences back in Singapore Poly, where she stepped beyond comfort and dived in entrepreneurship. We discuss her journey; her mindset towards experimentation, finding the beauty of “failure” and why entrepreneurship need not be black and white. Rebound is partnering with SP's entrepreneurship center to bring you a series entitled Passion Personified: a series of podcasts featuring young entrepreneurs - their journey, the failures, lessons and ultimately how they live their life with passion.
Brooke @sugaresque is a recent A-level graduate and has built a big presence on social media, especially Tik Tok where she has close to 200k followers. Beyond the metrics, what really stood out to me is how adored and celebrated she is by her followers, her maturity beyond her years, her love for learning and self-growth, and how she uses her influence to support others unapologetically. She is an amazing role model for youth, and it was a privilege to chat with her on her motivations, struggles, resilience and of course social media!
Maressa is a recent graduate from SP, who’s passionate about uplifting mental health and telling stories that matter. She calls herself a “reluctant entrepreneur”, citing that it was accidental that she pitched an idea and carried it on. Still, we discuss about the values and lessons she picked up in this journey and why she has no regrets pursuing her passion in this way.//Rebound is excited to partner SPINOFF to bring you a podcast series featuring student entrepreneurs: their stories, struggles, resilience and how they live out their passion! Subscribe and stay tuned for future episodes! Especially if you're a student at SP, do check out SPINOFF, they are taking in students for their programmes! DM them on Instagram for any queries! https://www.instagram.com/spinoff_sp/
Rafael is the manager at Singapore’s polytechnic’s entrepreneurship center SPINOFF! We converse about this undying passion and everything entrepreneurship! Rebound is excited to partner SPINOFF to bring you a podcast series featuring student entrepreneurs: their stories, struggles, resilience and how they live out their passion! Subscribe and stay tuned for future episodes! Especially if you're a student at SP, do check out SPINOFF, they are taking in students for their programmes! DM them on Instagram for any queries! https://www.instagram.com/spinoff_sp/
Ling-Anne Hsieh is the co-founder of Project Green Ribbon, a not for profit organization that aims to help the unheard be heard and raise the resilience and mental health awareness in society. We converse about her tumultuous past; running away from home, being involved with older friends, sexual assault, working at the Red Light District and the impact it left behind. We also discuss how she and her husband managed their trauma, found hope through despair, and purpose from pain. Ling is a good friend and an incredibly empathetic, wise and eloquent human being.If her story and passion inspires you ,do consider donating to our campaign here : )https://projectgreenribbon.give.asia/campaign/end-of-year-giveaway-fundraising-campaign#/
We speak to Biogirl MJ!!! The cofounder of a the most well-known local science and nature channel: Just Keep Thinking. So I LOVE animals so much and live vicrariously through their content, so hosting her was a real pleasure. We discuss her journey pursuing an “impractical” passion, struggles and rewards of content creation, handling criticism, and of course, love for nature and animals!
On this episode, Serene shares about the world of Schizophrenia - realities myths, misconceptions & how she overcame it. She also shares about holistic mental well-being - diet, movement and creation. Serene is a senior programme specialist at Singapore Association For Mental Health (SAMH). She designs and facilitates creative programmes, as part of her work in mental health education, prevention and rehabilitation. As the SAMH representative, she works actively with partners to initiate collective impact projects that promote individual and community well-being. She specializes in trauma-informed care training and assisted to set up SAMH Creative SAY!, a neighbourhood youth wellness centre located in Marsiling.
Trauma is a word heard but not often understood. On this episode, Nisha explains what trauma means, its impact, and how we can face it as youth or parents caring for our kids. Nisha is a psychotherapist, counsellor, trainer and speaker with more than 5 years of clinical experience in Singapore in social and community settings. Her experience deals with a variety of mental illnesses, trauma, interpersonal issues, co-parenting issues. She also has experience in supporting various individuals and families from the different marginalised communities in Singapore. Apart from her professional work, Nisha is also the co-founder and director of Mental ACT, a non-profit-organisation that focuses on advocating, training and providing support to the local Indian community for its mental health needs.
Youth engage in higher risk-taking behaviour. What is the science behind this? And where do we draw the line between letting them explore or protecting them? We discuss with a panel of entrepreneurs, therapists and leaders of mental wellness organizations. This session was co-organized by Changing Minds and Project Green Ribbon. Do check out their Instagram profiles here, along with other speakers: @projectgreenribbonsg @changingmindssg @thetherapyroomsg @kyraderrickfitness
Nathanael gives us an intimate look into Autism: the initial confusion, discrimination, "mental hell" as he calls it trying to fit in, and eventually the factors that helped him adapt, overcome and now pursuing his dream to be the SMRT CEO. His passion for sharing, cheerful spirit and advocacy for mental health is also contagious and inspiring.
Do you feel at a loss when someone opens up to you? Or helpless about how to help someone? In this episode, we cover principles and practices to keep in mind to provide support and hold space for someone. This episode is a recorded IGlive I did with Syazwan, a senior programme executive at Singapore Association For Mental Health (SAMH). This was part of a birthday campaign to raise funds for them. SAMH is an organization providing awareness/engagement, rehabilitation and creative therapy services for those in need. If you feel compelled to donate, here's the link to do: https://give.asia/campaign/coast-to-coast-trail-interviews-giveaways-good-vibes#/
Want to be a better connector, server, friend or positive influencer? Listen to this short story and some personal thoughts :)
Ron Yap once faced serious social anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), where he sat at void decks after school ruminating for 3 hours, and also headed to the toilet up to 30 times in a night. Yet, with certain factors, he turned his pain into purpose – wrote a book on overcoming anxiety, and started a page @mentalhealthceo, which now has over 14k followers. All this while still being a communications student. We discuss his journey, raw emotions and how to overcome anxiety and OCD.
We’re partnering with Ron to offer 40% off his book! Head to gum.co/uhfad and include ‘40offrebound’ UPON CHECKOUT to get 10USD off. Personally, I’ve read it and am thoroughly impressed. It’s so comprehensive, heartfelt and offers practical evidence-based tips and also a segment on diet!
Do you have trouble connecting with family, friends or your potential clients? This episode is dedicated to giving you principles and practical tips you can immediately apply to become a better connector, BOTH in public and in one to one conversations :) Rae, Darryl, and Alex are all excellent connectors and extremely likeable people because of their hearts and ability to connect. Did a clubhouse session with them a while back and finally released the recording!
Connection 101 is a series focusing on deepening connections and improving your relational skills. Apart from resilience, the ability to connect and work with others is key to personal and professional success.
Reggie Koh is the founder and host of ‘The Financial Coconut’ podcast, SG’s first financial literacy podcast. In 2 years, the podcast regularly features in the top 10 in Singapore, and has over 35000+ downloads a month. Yet, Reggie’s journey is not without “failure”; he dropped out of University, started multiple businesses and held several positions over the years, before arriving to where he is. We discuss entrepreneurship and mental health – being a serial entrepreneur, social pressure of not “having a career”, and getting through emotional ruts.
I AM A FAILURE! Have these words rang loud in your mind before? Somewhere, we’ve all heard before: ‘Failure is the mother of success’. Yet, applying it is hard. In this episode, I chat with Ron and Janice on how to deal with failure, both emotionally and cognitively (thinking). What are some useful perspectives to have? What are some simple tips to rebalance your emotions? What are reflection questions you can use to get the best lessons from failure? Check the episode out!
If you're running a business, independent initiative or non-profit organization (esp with regards to mental health & wellness), this episode will give you tips to widen your reach through media, create impact with good intentions, and give considerations to keep in mind. The panelists have diverse and extensive experience in the field of mental health awareness, support and advocacy. Follow them here Ron @mentalhealthceo, Jon @Jonathan Kuek LinkedIN, Syazwan @wan4all, @samhsingapore, Mental ACT SG @mental_act_sg. Join our telegram group here, for initiatives and individuals passionate about mental health: https://t.me/joinchat/ey_Kx562rdRiNDM1
Jeremiah Chen is the founder and director of Tropic Monsters TV (TMTV), a popular local comedy channel. His street interviews and skits reach a big audience, sometimes over 1m views per video. While it might seem glamorous on the surface, we discuss Jeremiah’s journey and struggles in building the company, including a near quitting point during Covid lockdown, and the mentality and actions he took to bounce back stronger. A great listen/watch especially for budding content creators and entrepreneurs.
Erin Lee the founder and mindfulness coach of Mindful Moments Singapore, a company that runs mindfulness-based programmes. It is her personal vision to help people learn mindfulness skills and incorporate it into their daily lives to improve their well-being. On this episode, we discuss Erin’s burnout from corporate life, looking inward, and how you can master your emotions, manage stress, discern and make better decisions through mindfulness. Personally, Erin’s vibe and essence has a really calming effect, and the perspectives practical tips she gave was so useful and enlightening to me. Do check it out especially if you want better control of your emotions!
On this episode of #mindsethacks, I invited Dr Harry Lim, a sports psychologist who works with the nation's top youth athletes, to share with us principles and practical tips you can apply to help you perform under high-pressure situations (exams, pitches, interviews, etc)
While techniques and programmes are important, culture is one key driver of lasting change. Especially if you're a leader in an organization, this episode will be highly useful to you. Strategies work also at an individual level. To read the article on this, head over to our website @www.reboundwithresilience.com
On this episode, we speak to Ms Tin Pei Ling, a well-respected MP, CEO of Business China and a Mum to 2 adorable kids. We discuss her journey; the emotional struggle of GE2011, facing intense public pressure, and what helped her move forward and overcome. Ms Tin also shares her life as an MP and a parent, and her thoughts on education and mental health awareness and progress in Singapore.
While techniques and programmes are important, culture is one key driver of lasting change. Especially if you're a leader in an organization, this episode will be highly useful to you. Strategies work also at an individual level. To read the article on this, head over to our website @www.reboundwithresilience.com
On this episode of #mindsethacks, we get a master implementor Marc Teo to share his secrets on maximizing productivity and minimizing procrastination. Marc has studied over 200 books on productivity and synthesized his knowledge into actionable steps. If you like this episode, do check out more of Marc’s work at Marc Teo on FB or @marc.teoo on Instagram
MindsetHacks is a fortnightly segment where we give you perspectives and practical tips to build your mindset and mental resilience
On this episode, Genevieve Tan is deeply passionate student and unconventional student. In primary school, she had planned out her whole career path. Interestingly, she is living it now, but not without bumps and twists – having to head to Poly after JC due to poor results. We discuss her journey of conviction and humility, of success and failures, of faith, doubt and resilience, and most crucially how one can define their own success and pursue their passion practically
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Wow! This is our longest upload so far. Persuasion is of universal importance, whether in leading a team or movement, networking, landing a dream job, or especially if you work in a sales-based profession. Eric shares tried and tested principles and practices of effective persuasion. He is a global speaker and has hundreds of thousands of followers on social media, and a master persuader and communicator. DM me on Instagram if you want the notes to this episode!
On this episode of #MindsetHacks, we discuss a buzz phrase "Toxic Positivity". What it is? The dangers of it, how avoid it, and how we can provide more effective advice and support
MindsetHacks is a fortnightly segment where we give you perspectives and practical tips to build your mindset and mental resilience
This is a very relevant and much requested topic! We discuss practical principles and practices to improve your productivity while ensuring your mental wellness is taken care of. I was fortunate to host some amazing full time and student entrepreneurs on Clubhouse and here is the recorded audio. If you’ll like the notes for this, do drop me a DM @reboundwithresilience on Instagram to request for it. Stay resilient! Speakers profiles; Jing An: @Jingannn . Cheryl: @cheryltheory. Janice @janice.tee
Ambra Liew is a full-time coach with a background in psychology. She specializes in coaching people to build their confidence through self-love and acceptance, and empower them to work towards their dream goals. We discuss her struggle with accepting herself, the consequences of an overreliance on validation, and how we can develop healthy self-love and empower ourselves.
On this episode, I speak with an unconventional secondary school friend, Leo. He is adopted, was a top runner in school and escaped school to roam drains and forests, because he found little meaning in school.
He eventually used skills beyond school to make money – trading whiskey and trading on the markets. Yet, the never-ending drive for excess lead him down dark paths, and lessons that came with it.
All this while being an Army regular – a profession he enjoyed because his love for the jungle and learning from others. He is leaving the force soon, will continue to trade, and has dreams to set up a orphanage in future, in his words “To give kids dignity and love; the same priceless intangibles his parents gave me. They are free to make their own choices after, but everyone deserves a proper start like I did”
We discuss his journey, life lessons, and eventually on financial resilience – how to make, save and grow your money, with emphasis on principles, emotional control (and not losing your soul)
On this episode of #MindsetHacks, I invite Andrew Rapahel to discuss what rumination is, why we ruminate and practical tips to help you stop ruminating. Ruminating is repeatedly thinking about a past event, often with a negative emotional outcome.
MindsetHacks is a fortnightly segment where we give you perspectives and practical tips to build your mindset and mental resilience
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On this episode: Kelvin Lim is the founder of Epic Mind Leaning Loft, an unconventional tuition center running for 17 years. Kelvin focuses heavily not just on improving students’ grades, but also their EQ, AQ (Adversity Quotient) and DQ (Decency Quotient). When asked, almost all his students say that the thing they appreciate most about Epic Mind, is not just the improvement in their grades, but also the family culture and the character they have developed. We discuss his journey, education, and how we can improve BOTH students’ grades and the grade of their mindset and heart.
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Xav once sat alone and hungry in a holding cell, after being arrested for attempted suicide. (Attempting suicide has since been decriminalized in Singapore). Yet, this story offers insight into how we must treat mental health seriously and with empathy. Xav is now a social worker and passionate mental health advocate, having over 5 years of experience volunteering: organizing initiatives, giving talks to raise awareness, and serving people with mental health conditions. She hopes that by sharing her story intimately, it will give others permission to seek help and help eradicate stigma too. I am deeply appreciative of her courage and heart in doing so. Do reach out to her to thank her if this episode benefits you.
MAKE MORE EYE CONTACT! SPEAK LOUDER! Sounds familiar? While techniques are important, they overwhelm you. Improving public speaking starts with understanding and practicing key principles and foundations. Here are 3 that will be useful to you :)
Connection 101 is a series focusing on deepening connections and improving your relational skills. Apart from resilience, the ability to connect and work with others is key to personal and professional success.
In November 2020, a news story went viral - many Singaporeans were moved by a young boy’s courage, resilience and love in the face of suffering. The boy’s name is Raphael Lee. Despite battling cancer, he soldiered on and took his PSLE. Before he could receive his results, he passed on after complications from a surgery. His parents, William and Winnie Lee, took his results on his behalf, and gave interviews on Raphael’s journey. On this episode, I speak with William in an intimate setting, on Raphael’s life and lessons learnt, and finding strength to care for Raphael while he was growing up, and now, to move on strongly. I was nervous before the podcast, given it’s sensitive nature. Yet, William was so open hearted and assuring, letting me know he is ok with the questions. He wishes to celebrate Raphael’s life, allow others to learn from him, and move on strongly. Needless to say, I got deep insights from listening, and was moved to tears by some stories William shared. I hope this episode represents him and Raphael’s message well.
Happy Belated Valentine's Day. I share 3 major points to help you to overcome loneliness :) Do take part in our giveaway on Instagram too! Contest closes 24 Feb, 11.59pm.
On this episode of #MindsetHacks, we extract 3 major perspectives and tips to help you overcome your toughest times. Man's Seach For Meaning is a 1946 book by Viktor Frankl chronicling his experiences as a prisoner in Nazi concentration camps during World War II. He documents what factors led prisoners to survive (and even thrive) in the harshest of circumstances. The book is widely popular and well over 10M copies have been sold worldwide
MindsetHacks with my producer Yida is a fortnightly segment where we give you perspectives and practical tips to build your mindset and mental resilience.
I share 3 Principles and 5 Practices to connect better with others an increase your influence with them.
Connection 101 is a series focusing on deepening connections and improving your relational skills. Apart from resilience, the ability to connect and work with others is key to personal and professional success.
Eric Feng is a global speaker, social media strategist and online personality. He has spoken in 37 countries, with the largest audience to date at 10,000 people. He also has over hundreds of thousands of combined followers across his social media platforms. Yet, despite his outward success, he is most known for his gentleness, humility and love towards to his followers and everyone around him. I've known Eric through his content, but the first time we chatted was when he replied to my instastory tag at 1am, giving me encouragement & agreeing to this podcast. It was then i got a glimpse to why he is well known, well respected and well loved. On this episode, we discuss his journey, success mindsets, and most importantly, social media and mental wellness for creators and consumers. Very relevant and uplifting podcast across demographics, packed with takeaways you dont want to miss.
On this episode of #MindsetHacks, we discuss a commonly asked question and dilemma: When should I quit or stick? How do I know the line between delusion and faith? We address it with inputs from our followers :) Believe the perspectives will help you make a better decision!
MindsetHacks with Yida is a fortnightly segment where we give you perspectives and practical tips to build your mindset and mental resilience.
Shuraim Basir is one of the co-founders of Randomly Relatable, Singapore’s #1 youth podcast. We discuss his experiences growing up raised by a single parent, and the impact it had on him emotionally. We also talk about the process of starting and growing Randomly Relatable; staying resilient despite criticism and pressure, the mindset behind the hustle, and the vision and mission of the platform – to provide youth with a safe space to voice their opinions without judgement. What struck me most was a line Shuraim said: “The message we want to put out is: We don’t always have to agree, but at the very least, we listen and respect each other”.
Zahier lost his sight at 19 due to a retinal detachment. The initial shock was severe. Yet, his grit and the presence of strong support led him to chart a new path. He slowly picked up his passion again – music. He learnt to play multiple musical instruments (e.g, guitar, drum & ukulele) even after he turned blind. He is now married with a young boy, and works hard to provide for this family. He works in a perfumery, plays music in a band, and gives speeches primarily to school students. We discuss his story, struggles, and the process of acceptance and moving forward. We also get treated to a special performance.
On our inaugural episode of #MindsetHacks, we discuss the origins of the famed 'Growth Mindset', how it differs from the 'Fixed Mindset', and practical tips to develop one for your success and fulfillment.
MindsetHacks with Yida is a fortnightly segment where we give you perspectives and practical tips to build your mindset and mental resilience.
Jing An is a student in NUS business school, an author, entrepreneur, and financial consultant (FA). He is among the top 5% of FAs worldwide, and one of the youngest MDRT achievers. Yet, as a friend, what impresses me most is not his accolades; it is his humility, his charity and generosity, and how disciplined he is around his habits and routines. On this episode, we discuss effective goal setting, establishing systems, and factors that prevent inaction (or half-action) + tips to tackle them A relevant episode for strivers and goal-getters (and those who get irritated from getting distracted by mobile legends)
Darryl Ng is a full-time coach, helping sales professionals & entrepreneurs discover their Personal Power:To be their best self daily so they can be productive, powerful & profitable. He is a personal friend – one who has inspired me to begin this podcast, from his sheer passion, abundance and gift to uplift. We discuss how you can uncover your passion and purpose, ignite your personal power, and thrive in 2021 and in the years ahead.
Here's a story about how to find happiness and fulfillment
Storesilience (stories + resilience) is a segment where I share short fictional or real-life stories that inspire resiliency, charity and authenticity.
Happy New Year! It's the time where everyone eagerly sets goals. That is good, but lasting and effective goal setting requires understanding of some universal principles or laws. I share 3 Laws (Abudundance, Authenticity and Assumption of Identity) that will surely give you good perspective and improve your goal setting :)
On this episode, Yida hosts me to share my full story with depression, suicidal thoughts, mania, recovery, and starting & growing Rebound w Resilience. If you do look up to me in any way, I must tell you the truth. I didn't start out this way, under the clutch of mental health challenges, I've done many extreme things, and struggled a lot before getting here. I hope by being fully vulnerable, society can see that recovery is possible and stigma is vulgar. I hope you will get awareness into mental health conditions, and take it seriously. I hope my sharing will help you to help yourself, or help others better. And most of all, I hope you know that your demons in the past, are just fallen angels about to rebound and fly. And I don’t just hope, I KNOW that your past pain can become your present purpose and power.
We're proud to release our first episode on our new set! Where I introduce my new co-host and producer Phua Yida. Yida is a mediacorp actor, producer and content creator. He grew up acting in many children shows and was exposed to a different work style and life. This led him to question the narrative of having a 9-5 job and lose interest in studying. Also, after acting in a then-popular show 'On the Fringe', his fame peaked, and being recognized led him to feel an imposter syndrome. All this led to an identity crisis, which he slowly came to terms with after mentorship, engaging in personal development, and finding meaning. We discuss his journey and also his acting career and its link to mental health and wellness.
Ng Kai Yuan is one of the 4 co-founders of 'Our Grandfather Story' (OGS), a digital media and publishing company that aim to tell timeless stories in Singapore and in Southeast Asia. In 3 years, their FB channel has grown to over 300k followers, their Youtube Channel to over 200k subs, with some videos reaching millions of views. Much of this owes to the strong branding and unique content OGS brings to the local scene, which is sometimes criticized for click-baity content. My personal favourite segment is 'Can Ask Meh', where select group of people are invited to share answers to deep and personal questions to often misunderstood topics, do check it out on Youtube! Yet, behind all the success, is plenty of hard work, challenges, resilience and passion of the entire team. On this episode, I speak to Kai Yuan about the origins of OGS, its growth and challenges, their vision, and of course, how to tell amazing stories!
Janice Tee left a 9-5 job in world-leading recruitment consultancy to start her own coaching business, helping individuals and marketers develop a clear niche and route to monetization. She was homeschooled till 18, and entered University without holding any formal certifications. This helped her internalize and embody full ownership.
We discuss her upbringing, University application, stereotypes about beauty and brains and her struggle with dichotomous labels. Lastly, Janice shares in detail what it means to take full responsibility and ownership over your goals, routines and habits. Janice embodies intentionality, and her strength and clarity are apparent in her words and actions. A must listen if you want something more in your life and need a wake-up call (or a slap).
We review psyhcholgist Shelley Gable's framework on 4 ways people respond to good news being told by another person. Depending on which you choose, you can either increase or decrease your connection with them.
Connection 101 is a series focusing on deepening connections and improving your relational skills. Apart from resilience, the ability to connect and work with others is key to personal and professional success.
At 17, Maxx Ng is our second youngest guest to date. Months before his 'O' levels, he lost his memory in a medical mystery. His friends and teachers doubted the legitimacy and questioned his integrity. This worsened his initial suffering and confusion. In the same year, he was diagnosed with Dyslexia and Asperger's. Yet, he harnessed all the negative energy and used it to propel himself forward. His articulation of his thoughts are fluent and cogent and makes for an inspiring listen, especially for teens or anyone who has been put down or trodden on.
Takalah Tan was at the prime of his life. He chalked up notable accomplishments; an achieving athlete, serving as a commando officer, and graduating with a degree in mechanical engineering. As a fresh graduate, he edged out 7000 applicants to land a coveted role in P&G.
On May 24,1994, a week before he was due to start, he met with a horrific motorcycle accident. He was flung 70m away. He handed on his face, and it shattered. Doctors gave him 0.1% chance of survival. He did survive, but had a complete loss of memory and knowledge.
When he awoke, he was like a newborn again.
This episode recounts Takalah’s second life. The depth of his wisdom and will is indescribable. Judging purely on will and resilience alone, this podcast was the most impactful one I’ve hosted. Takalah is Malay for ‘can’t lose’ –an identity that Takalah holds dear and lives by. His mission is to be victorious over himself, and be a beacon of light in troubled waters. He deserves a much much bigger audience. I promise you it is impossible to listen to this episode and not change your perspective.
With an increase in expectations and workload, I got a bit anxious recently. Nothing serious, but enough to take note. One thing that helped a lot was a complete decluttering of my physical space and workspace. Our outward expression of our life is an inward reflection of our thoughts. I share some interesting insights I gained that I never expected. Was fun recording this! Here's the link to the article: http://reboundwithresilience.com/blog/5-unexpected-amp-insights-from-decluttering-amp-why-you-should-consider-it
Suicide is a sensitive, stigmatized topic. Hence, we avoid discussing it. This could lead to misconceptions and unhealthy judgments around it. On this episode, Jenny Teo shares vulnerably about losing her son Josh to suicide; the factors at play, the trauma she went through, and her tough journey of recovery. We also discuss suicide and mental health in society, and what we must do to become more inclusive and emphatic towards those in pain.
This was by far the most difficult podcast I hosted. I cannot imagine the pain that Jenny and Josh had to go through. Yet, I am comforted by the fact that she found the strength to turn her pain into purpose. As Jenny shares: “I do not want Josh’s death to be in vain. Everytime I speak, I can feel his presence. I am his mouthpiece”. We hope that by recording this, more people can ask ‘Why the Pain?’, instead of asking ‘Why Suicide?’
Do support Jenny’s advocacy and education work below:
She runs Stigma 2 Strength Singapore. In Memory of Josh Isaac. It's an initiative that aims to apply a more unconventional approach in addressing the topic of suicide and all other stigmas, from the perspective of one with "lived experience" ie evidence-based merged with research-based narratives https://www.facebook.com/S2SJJ
Jenny is also part of PleaseStay. Movement. It’s a movement started by a group of mothers who lost their children to suicide. In the midst of their grief and pain, they found the strength to come together to advocate for suicide prevention and more support for children at risk of self-harm. https://www.facebook.com/PleaseStayMovementSingapore
If you need someone to talk to, here are some numbers you can call: IMH Mental Health Helpline: 6389 2222. Singapore Association for Mental Health: 1800-283-7019. Samaritans of Singapore (available 24/7): 1800 221 4444
Here's a review of a very interesting article I read by Mark Manson. The tips are not uncommon, but the analogies he uses brings across the points clearly and in a fresh way
On top of being a student at NUS business school, Vanessa Ho is an entrepreneur/host/actor/DJ/writer/media influencer. She is an exemplar of young ambitious millennial pursuing a slash (/) career, in which a person makes multiple income streams simultaneously from different passions or forms of work. Despite her success at a young age, she is incredibly humble and constantly works to improve and give back. We discuss her mindsets & milestones - discovering and nurturing her talents, entering the New Paper New Face modelling competition at 15 and her Star Search journey, how she manages multiple commitments, and the why and how of building a slash career. Especially for youth, young adults or anyone looking to shift their paradigms to work, this episode will surely relate and provide value to you 😊 Hope you enjoy it!
Thank you everyone! Very grateful for reaching 100 Subs, and for the kind messages many of you have sent. I’m also very EXCITED to announce the launch of a 3-part online workshop on holistic resilience that I’ll be conducting on 17, 18 and 21 October😊, in partnership with www.berryhelps.com, a website dedicated to holistic health.
In conversing with others, one gap in building resilience is that it may be incorrectly associated only with toughening up or mental strength. While those are important, a holistic approach is most effective. I’ll be conducting a free zoom talk on 11 Oct, 2pm (SGT) to share 4 core pillars of holistic resilience, and share mindsets and tips to overcome fear of failure, and respond (and not react) effectively to stressors and setbacks.
Do register for it here: https://www.stream.club/e/Om0aMNxLU
To be transparent, though the 1-hour session does serve to increase sign-ups for the paid one, it is not the only reason I’m holding it. I designed it to provide value and inspiration even if you decide against going for the paid one, or are 100% sure you won’t. So do join us regardless! (There will be no high-pressure sales or timed promotions, that’s not how I wish to get people to participate)
Most of RwR’s business is done B2B, but one major motivation doing a B2C is the desire to connect with followers online and provide value. I sincerely appreciate the kind comments some of you have sent, it really does mean a lot to me, and I’d love to engage you all too.
U.K Shyam is the current national 100m record holder at 10.37s, a record which stands since 2001. What’s more striking is the circumstances under which he did it. Having come from a single-parent family, he grew up facing insecurity and lowered self-worth. He discovered his talent and found solace in track and field, which ironically also become his source of heartaches. Lacking funds and dealing with systemic challenges, he came to a point where he was ‘running on empty’, as his book title suggests. This led him to leave the sport, only to have circumstance change its mind briefly, and offer him a hand at the last hour.
On this episode, I’ve had the privilege to listen to Shyam recount his story. His vulnerability and candidness made for a very raw and real podcast. To what extend can we transcend our circumstances? Yes, he believes dreams and hard work are important, but also acknowledges the stronghold of bad hand. Also, in his words, the bigger the dream, the finer the details need to be. A must listen if you’re pursuing a sporting dream or any dream for that matter.
Jeremy Oliveiro (Jerry) was deeply affected when a youth he was helping decided to take their own life. It is one of the reasons that drives him today to speak up the topic of suicide and prevention, as taboo as it may be.
Jerry diverse experiences and expertise across different vocations, as an educator, psychologist, counsellor and youth-worker. He has a masters in counselling and is currently working as a psychology lecturer in Ngee Ann Polytechnic, and a volunteer defense psychologist with MINDEF. He is the current Membership Chair of the Singapore Psychological Society (SPS), Director (Membership and Strategic Engagements) with SG Psych Stuff, and an international member of the American Psychological Association (APA).
We discuss possible causes of suicide and prevention (how to look out for others and provide effective support). Jerry also shares how to build resilience through positive psychology, and briefly explains the value of meditation and mindfulness.
Here's a simple yet useful story to understand an important principle in human relations.
Storesilience (stories + resilience) is a segment where I share short fictional or real-life stories that inspire resiliency, charity and authenticity.
Dylan Lim is a fresh graduate from Nanyang Business School, where he specialized in banking and finance and graduated with 1st class honours. He choose to pursue his passion in teaching, and is now a full time tutor with a dream to set up a centre called Paradigm, where students learn to shift their paradigms to education; that education is not just a chase for grades, but a holistic exploration and development of one’s strengths, passions and dreams. On this episode, we target it specifically at students and parents, to provide solutions to core issues youth face in school – lack of motivation, lack of interest in studying, and lack of direction on career and future goals.
One thing that haunts me, is that after most programmes or talks, deep down I know that if there's no follow up, most of it will be lost. This is why I put time and effort in creating online material (like this podcast) to increase the retention and chance for change. In this episode, I share 4 simple 'A's to follow and keep in mind to create lasting change.
Many people know Dr Chee as an established politician with a fiery presence, but fewer know who he is as a son, a father, a friend and a person. In this podcast, we discuss Dr Chee’s upbringing, struggles and family, before discussing themes of resilience, mental health, youth and education.
(Watch the video version on Youtube @reboundwithresilience)
Note from host: On 4 Sep 2015, I listened to a speech on Youtube. I had no idea who the speaker was. Yet, I was brought to tears. I didn’t just hear the words, I felt it.
I felt the passion to build a more compassionate, humane society. I felt it when he said we must care for the less fortunate. And most of all, I felt it when he said we must have the courage to dream and to stand up for others.
One line in particular viscerally connected with me.
“I tell my kids…that it’s better to end up with a bloodied nose, than become cowardly and indifferent in the face of injustice”
Back then, I had just overcome some mental health issues. In that journey, there were times I felt alone, and utterly helpless. I was fortunate - I had help and the best parents in the world.
With the gratitude of recovering came a deep drive and a dream- to champion to a more inclusive, compassionate and resilient society, where we define success not just by our accomplishments, but by how we treat people who do not have any accomplishments. And where we help youth to understand how ridiculous it is to define their worth by the alphabet.
So I pursued that dream. Almost exactly 5 years later, it is surreal and an absolute privilege to share this podcast with everyone. It was incredibly heart-warming to converse with Dr Chee in person, and not just a public figure on my screen.
It is worth noting that when I first wrote to Dr Chee, he kindly commended my work and told me “he’ll work some things out” before setting a date. I found out later that those “things” was caring for this Mum in her final days. What really touched me, was that he emailed to confirm the date of our podcast during this time - he cared for and kept a random guy like me in his thoughts despite the situation. Just like when I watched his speech, I had no words. Only tears.
Lastly, I (and the organization) am politically neutral, and this podcast was done from a humanistic angle. Further, regardless of political beliefs, anyone can learn from Dr Chee’s resilience, compassion, and how he raised his family. I hope my (and the younger) generation grow up and discuss our future with empathy, even if we don't fully agree on everything. That's the way we must move forward. Enjoy the podcast 😊
Jonathan Kuek is a mental health researcher, passionate advocate and volunteer leader. He is pursuing a Doctorate in Philosophy, where his research involves exploring and understanding recovery from mental health conditions in an Asian Context. We discuss about the mental health scene in Singapore - stigma, treatment gaps and efforts to raise awareness. Jonathan also shares key factors in recovery and practical tips to provide effective support to someone who might be going through a challenging period. A must listen that’s especially relevant in our context today, where we strive towards a more inclusive, compassionate society!
Kang Wei is a trained counsellor and passionate advocate for people with disabilities (PWDs). He is also an experienced trainer with more than 10 years of public speaking and training experience specializing in personal and group motivation, burnout prevention & self-care, and diversity and inclusion. Kang Wei purpose and passion partially stems from his experiences living with a condition called cerebral palsy, where abnormal brain development can affect muscle growth or motor skills.
In 2013, Kangwei was among the 5 awardees of the Stars of SHINE Youth Award. The award seeks to highlight and profile youth role models as a source of encouragement and inspiration to other youths.
In this podcast, we discuss facing discrimination for being “different”, acceptance, disability awareness and empowerment, and self-care tips to tide through this Covid crisis and beyond.
Alvin Yong is a modern day Renaissance man (a person of vast skills and knowledge). At a young age, he lost his Mum to cancer, which led him to understand the fragility of life and the need treasure every moment. Citing Leonardo Da Vinci as a major influence, he is a firm believer in designing your life, having unquenchable curiosity, and living life to its full expression. He runs businesses in multiple countries, including social entrepreneurship projects in developing nations like Thailand, India and Kenya, where he works with the locals to co-create solutions and initiatives to better the lives of communities. In this podcast, we discuss about what it means to design your life, tips for budding entrepreneurs, and the value of interactions between people of different cultures. You can connect with Alvin at https://www.facebook.com/alvinyongsingapore & check out this work at https://stoneedge.biz/projects.html
Fear is arguably the biggest obstacle preventing people from living out their potential. Yet, is fear really evil? Kevin shares 3 insights that'll give you a healthier relationship with fear:
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Fear is imagined.
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Fear is an informant.
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Fear is preceded by ego.
Gerrard Lin, a.k.a 'Ah Siao' is an ultramarathon runner, avid fundraiser and entrepreneur. His "crazy" stunts and capacity to transcend pain and stretch his limits is quite incredible. His persona 'Ah Siao' (a good hearted ex-hooligan raising money for charity) first gained traction in the 2012 Stan Chart marathon, where he dragged a 14kg tire throughout the race, raising close to $100,000 for the bone marrow doner programme. 'Ah Siao' has since gone on to accomplish feats like running 50km a day for 50 days, completing 10km with a tire on clutches, traversing 1000km from Perth to Albany, and most recently, birthing the idea for 'Relay Majulah', a relay with 200 runners to celebrate Singapore's bicentennial, in which more than a $1 mill was raised for the President's Star Charity. We discuss his journey and get a sneak peak into his mindset and routines for developing an iron mind and body. A must listen for athletes or anyone looking to challenge their limits.
Here's a true story of a boy, a singing competition and a major life lesson.
Storesilience (stories + resilience) is a segment where I share short fictional or real-life stories that inspire resiliency, charity and authenticity.
Melodee Tan is an entrepreneur with infectious enthusiasm and undying passion for raising awareness of pet responsibility, animal welfare and adoption. We discuss the discrimination she faced as an ITE student, her struggles with finances and losing her pets, and how all these led to her current drive for her work. Together with her husband Dominic, she runs a non profit community (Hope for Animals) and Singapore's first pet related social enterprise (Bark A Tree) that helps pet shelters raise funds and visibility through creative events in the community. Search: 'Hope for Animals' and 'Bark A Tree' on Facebook to connect and support their cause! You can connect with Melodee @melodeelove on Instagram.
Brian Poh is a senior psychologist at a hospital. He mainly counsels adolescents between 13-18 to help them overcome mental health challenges and cope with stress more effectively. He has written several articles for mainstream media and appeared on radio to speak on similar topics as well. In this episode, we explore how we can build resilient kids and look out for their mental health. We also discuss stress- Is stress necessarily bad? And how can we manage stress effectively?
What can an old man, a young boy and a vending machine teach us about resilience and commitment?
Storesilience (stories + resilience) is a segment where I share short fictional or real-life stories that inspire resiliency, charity and authenticity.
There are 4 Key (Re)silience Mindsets to rebound stronger from failure ; Regain confidence (Self-Esteem), Reframe Perspective (Stress Evaluation), Reclaim control (Self-Efficacy) & Request Support (A Conducive Environment).
This episode focuses on Requesting Support:
*Why seeking help is important in resilience building
*Myths of seeking professional help
*Eradicating Self-Stigma and stigma towards others
*Principles and practical tips for supporting your friends/co-workers
Tiara Yap is a familiar face and content strategist at SGAG, one of Singapore’s best known content marketing agencies. She directs, writes and acts in many videos, which bring hearty laughs and lift spirits of many Singaporeans.
Tiara shares her journey in pursuing her passion; the battle between her head and heart, her struggles and triumphs, and how it led to the work she’s doing now. She also shares about her work at SGAG - dealing with pressure of content creation, and the value and dynamism of SGAG’s culture and creative process. Follow her @intiarawetrust on Instagram.
Jeven, a secondary 4 student, shares his experience back in Primary school where he was bullied for poor grades, describing the environment like 'hunger games'. We discuss bullying extensively - why it happens, how to overcome it, and differences between bullying and teasing/conflict. We also discuss common school stressors and what students would like parents to know.
Steve Tee is a speaker and Team Singapore athlete. He has won a bronze medal for the ASEAN Paragames, and will be competing in the 2021 Paralympic Games in Tandem Cycling. Due to an eye condition called Retinitis pigmentosa, he lost his sight in his early 20s. Yet, he refused to let his disability limit his abilities. He shares his powerful story of resilience in overcoming stigma and abuse, and gives tips on how to adapt to 'new norms' and changes. You can find him @Steve Tee on Facebook.
Rae Fung is an established emcee and communications coach. She shares her story about overcoming insecurity with looks and ability, finding her identity, and eventually, her authentic voice. This episode gives perspective into insecurity, it's causes and consequences, and what it means to own your voice and communicate powerfully and persuasively. You can find Rae @raematrix on Instagram.
There are 4 Key (Re)silience Mindsets to rebound stronger from failure ; Regain confidence (Self-Esteem), Reframe Perspective (Stress Evaluation), Reclaim control (Self-Efficacy) & Request Support (A Conducive Environment).
This episode focuses on Regaining Confidence:
*What is self-esteem?
*Why is it crucial?
*Things to avoid and Things to Do to build self-esteem
There are 4 Key (Re)silience Mindsets to rebound stronger from failure ; Regain confidence (Self-Esteem), Reframe Perspective (Stress Evaluation), Reclaim control (Self-Efficacy) & Request Support (A Conducive Environment).
This episode focuses on Reclaiming Control:
*How we are wired to lose control, lay blame and complain
*How to overcome it with effortful thinking, tips and techniques.
There are 4 Key (Re)silience Mindsets to rebound stronger from failure ; Regain confidence (Self-Esteem), Reframe Perspective (Stress Evaluation), Reclaim control (Self-Efficacy) & Request Support (A Conducive Environment).
This episode focuses on Reclaiming Control:
*How to adopt a more empowering view of failure
*Practical tools to extract lessons from failure and clear emotional charges that's pissing you off.
In the inaugural episode, Kevin shares vivid details about his struggle with depression, the transition into mania, and the factors that led to recovery and finding purpose from pain.