Balanced living requires replacing harmful coping mechanisms like skin picking with physical and creative outlets. Research shows that skin picking is linked to emotional dysregulation, while physical activity and creativity both reduce stress and improve mental health. Recently, I was talking with a friend about our shared habit of skin picking, and it struck me…
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I have spent my life navigating eczema – not just through clinical advice, but through lived experience and ancestral wisdom. Raised in a maternal Asian household, I learned to manage my skin using traditional heirloom knowledge rooted in herbology and food-as-medicine practices. These foundations were strengthened by my years as an athlete and professional model,…
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How Running Clears Your Lungs and Lifts Your Life Running is commonly identified as a fitness trend but I do it because it’s a full-body, full-mind reset. Whether you’re pounding the pavement or cruising through trails, this rhythmic movement offers a surprising benefit: it helps mobilise and expel phlegm from your respiratory system. But that’s…
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From June 30 to July 12, 2025, I had the privilege of participating in the Healthy Longevity Talent Incubator (HLTI), hosted by the National University of Singapore’s Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine. This intensive program brought together 40 brilliant minds from around the world – PhD candidates, researchers, medical doctors, and master’s-level professionals –…
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In my last post, I shared how waking up at 4 am has transformed my mornings into a sanctuary of clarity, creativity, and deep work. But here’s the truth: that kind of intentional start is only possible when the night before is treated with equal reverence. Beyond rest, sleep enables repair, regeneration, and renewal. And…
Read MoreIn recent years, the work of Dr. Gabor Maté has shed light on the profound impact of unresolved trauma on physical health. Maté, a renowned physician and author, argues that trauma is not just a psychological issue but a significant factor in the development of chronic conditions, including eczema. Understanding Trauma Trauma, as defined by…
Read MoreEczema, also known as atopic dermatitis, is a chronic inflammatory skin condition characterised by itchy, red, and dry skin. While the exact cause of eczema is not fully understood, it is believed to involve a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Dietary modifications have been explored as a potential way to manage eczema symptoms. This…
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Moving from Australia to Taiwan was a significant transition this year, made even more challenging by the trauma I carried with me. Navigating this new chapter of my life, I found solace and healing in painting and drawing. These creative outlets became my coping strategy, helping me process trauma and adapt to my new environment.…
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