Covid19 is horrible.
Some of us had to cancel our holiday plans. Others had to postpone concert plans etc. Life has become a lot more inconvenient.
However, in such trying times, we have to look out for one another, be socially responsible and be more understanding and compassionate.
Our Malaysian friends are caught in a tricky situation because their government imposed a lockdown. According to reports, about 300, 000 Malaysians working in Singapore are affected. There are some nasty comments online suggesting we should leave them to fend for themselves.
Shame on you.
That’s no better than the P5 Mee Toh bully. In fact it’s worse.
I remember in primary school, we were taught that Malaysia and Singapore have a 唇亡齿寒 relationship. To translate this, if there are no lips, the teeth would freeze. It is still very true today.
Indeed, the Malaysian workers are here for a better salary, but we need them as much, or perhaps even more.
They make up a sizable portion of our workers to keep our economy going.
Some take up jobs locals wouldn’t want to do.
Many provide expertise to improve our lives.
One of my most inspirational teachers, who influenced me to teach as I grew up, is a Malaysian and he taught me about good work ethics.
In such difficult times, let’s be better versions of ourselves.
If you are imposed with a stay home notice, don’t just mindlessly spread toxic messages online as a useless keyboard warrior.
Be appreciative of what we have and thankful for what others are giving and sharing with us. #sgunited from Study Room https://ift.tt/3d7VHNV