Nur Aswani

Right now, life feels like a hard venture. In this age of social media and advanced technology, it’s frighteningly easy to become overstimulated and overwhelmed. Distractions steal your focus. Even your way of speaking begins to betray you. That’s exactly how I’ve been feeling. I’ve spent so much time scrolling through social media, consuming mindless content – celebrity gossips, prank videos, movie clips – that I’ve forgotten how to truly use the brilliant organ that is my brain.

We fine-tune our skincare routines, track our steps, and keep up with the latest wellness trends—but when was the last time you checked in on your hearing health? In a world filled with high-volume playlists, buzzing group chats, and back-to-back Zoom calls, our ears work overtime. According to the Singapore Association for the Deaf, an estimated 500,000 people in Singapore experience hearing loss—this isn’t just an issue for the elderly, but one that affects people of all ages.

It’s a bittersweet moment when the clock strikes seven during the holy month of Ramadan. As we witness the moment the sun dips below the horizon, welcoming the nightfall, the echoes of the Islamic call to prayer fill the air. After a full day of fasting, the first bite is a moment of pure satisfaction. While it may not be an official rule, the first Ramadan dinner is often a subtle celebration of the holy month—one best shared with family.