The Day I Nearly Burned Out at Work

It didn’t happen all at once.

There was no dramatic collapse, no grand outburst.

Just a quiet, steady unraveling — like a frayed thread I kept ignoring until one day, I realized I had almost nothing left to give.

This is the story of the day I nearly burned out at work.

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Journaling vs Blogging: What Helps Me More?

I’ve often found myself in that quiet space between writing for myself and writing for the world. Some days, I pour my thoughts into a private notebook no one will ever see. Other days, I hit “publish” on a blog post and watch it float into the wild unknown of the internet.

And the truth is — both journaling and blogging have helped me, just in very different ways.

So here’s my take. If you’ve ever wondered which one might serve you better, maybe my experience can offer some clarity.

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Awal Muharram: A Time to Begin Again, For the World and For Ourselves

As the crescent moon ushers in the month of Muharram, Muslims across the world quietly mark the beginning of a new Islamic year. It’s not a celebration with fireworks or loud fanfare — rather, Awal Muharram, also known as Maal Hijrah, invites reflection, humility, and intention.

In Malaysia, it’s a public holiday, yes. But beyond the quiet streets and closed offices, there’s something more meaningful that often gets overlooked: the opportunity to reset — not just the calendar, but the way we live, think, and walk forward.

A peaceful digital illustration of a crescent moon rising over a quiet city skyline at dawn, symbolizing the Islamic New Year and the start of Muharram, with soft golden tones evoking reflection and renewal.

Product Review: Gillette Styler 4-in-1 – My Personal Take


You know what they say — once you find a tool that actually works, you stick with it.

That’s how I feel about the Gillette Styler 4-in-1.

I wasn’t looking for a grooming gadget, to be honest. Just needed something practical to handle underarm shaving without the fuss. But after some comparison, I figured this might just be the one that checks all the boxes.

So, here’s my personal take — not sponsored, not overhyped, just a guy sharing his thoughts after real-world use.

Centrum Silver Review: Why I’ve Stuck With It After 50

You know you’ve crossed a milestone when your supplements start having the word “Silver” in them.

For me, it happened somewhere after I turned 50. My energy wasn’t quite the same, joints felt a little stiffer in the morning, and recovery after long sales trips took more effort than before. That’s when I decided to take a second look at my supplement game — and Centrum Silver kept popping up.

As someone who’s been reviewing products for over 10 years — from tech gadgets to toothpaste — I’m not quick to jump on bandwagons. But after nearly a year of taking Centrum Silver consistently, I feel ready to offer a grounded, honest review for anyone wondering whether it’s worth it.

Spoiler alert: for me, it is.

What Malaysians Really Need to Know About the July 2025 SST Changes

The Headlines Say “Avocado.” The Reality Hits Broader

If you’ve been on X (Twitter) lately, you’d think Malaysia was about to declare war on avocados. Jokes and memes aside, the new Sales and Service Tax (SST) expansion starting 1 July 2025 is real, structured, and — depending on where you stand — potentially disruptive.

But let’s get one thing straight:

It’s not just about avocados.

What’s really coming is a targeted SST expansion meant to increase government revenue by taxing more goods and services — specifically non-essential and high-consumption sectors. The Prime Minister called it “progressive,” but critics see it as tone-deaf. 

Either way, here's what you should know.

A stylized infographic showing a shopping bag containing an avocado, salmon, and smartphone, with silhouettes of people walking and a tax arrow rising beside maps of Malaysia, representing the impact of the SST expansion in July 2025.