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October 11, 2021October 28, 2021

The Cost of Skillshare Premium – Plus How To Save Money On It (Malaysia edition)

I’m not going to deny this; I love Skillshare. It’s a great platform to learn new things and level up your skills during your spare time.

I currently use mine to learn organisational skills (a skill I had been sorely lacking all my life) and also take prompts and ideas to get my creative writing juices flowing.

You can also use it to learn languages, self-care tips, how to decorate your personal space, what to know for caring for your plants, and more!

But then comes the question; how much does it cost, especially in terms of Ringgit Malaysia?

Even better; is there a way to save money on it?

The answer is yes! But with pros and cons, of course. Here’s a breakdown of what you need to know about Skillshare; the plans available, the cost, and your affordable options.

February 2, 2021October 28, 2021

Five Interesting Facts About Antidepressants That I Learned While Taking Them

Antidepressants have a bad reputation of being one of the least ideal ways to deal with mental health issues. This is due to a range of reasons; from people believing that you’re just pumping your body with drugs, the stigma on mental illness being something we can control naturally, and even a pharmacy propaganda to get people to buy more medication as antidepressants are “addictive”.

Having been on antidepressants for close to three years, there were plenty of lessons and facts I learnt that I would never have been aware of had I never taken them. Most contradicted what I was taught, and even opened my eyes on how antidepressants can truly help a person recover.

As such, here are five facts that I learned while I was on antidepressants. Hopefully it will help you if you’re using this as a guide in your decision to take antidepressants.

January 23, 2021October 28, 2021

Planning To Use HIIT For Weight Loss? Here Are Five Important Factors To Consider

If you’re on a weight loss journey especially for the new year, the most common suggestion you will get (on top of a variety of diets) are workouts such as cardio or HIIT.

You would commonly see the word HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) along with the word weight loss in plenty of articles and workout videos. It’s well known as one of the most effective ways to burn calories and hike up your metabolism in a short amount of time!

So if you have been doing HIIT, or at least planning to do HIIT, as part of your weight loss goals, I don’t blame you. I was in the same boat as you. Sort of.

January 9, 2021October 28, 2021

Pay It Forward Therapy Sessions In Malaysia To Support

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Note: This article on Pay It Forward therapy sessions in Malaysia will be updated periodically.

You may have heard of “Pay It Forward” schemes where you pay for someone else’s needs in advance. Then a person in need can come forward, ask if the need is available, and utilise it. This can come in many forms, such as essential groceries or food.

It’s an act of kindness that you wish to give to others in hopes of at least bettering another person’s day. While food and essentials is common in most Pay It Forward schemes, did you know that you can do the same for therapy sessions?

December 19, 2020October 28, 2021

What’s Stopping The Game Devotion To Be Relaunched?

Red Candle Games (Red Candles) is currently my top favourite game developer company, and that’s saying a lot considering it has only two games under their belt. I’ve always been a fan of Asian Horror genres, and Red Candle gets everything right in this manner.

Their games that touch on the history of Taiwan through their immersive world building is one of the best I’ve seen in recent years, which is why the recent debacle over their second game has left me baffled and concerned.

But before I can proceed further, for those unaware of what is happening, here’s some context.