{
  "id": 16945407,
  "title": "Singaporeans share what makes them happy, from work-life balance to contentment",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/28/singaporeans-share-what-makes-them-happy-from-work-life-balance-to",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-28T18:00:25.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Independent Singapore",
    "slug": "the-independent-singapore",
    "url": "https://theindependent.sg/singaporeans-share-what-makes-them-happy-from-work-life-balance-to-contentment"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Singaporeans are sharing their perspectives on what brings them happiness, with a focus on work-life balance and contentment. A young worker on Reddit raised the question of happiness in a post about her prosperous career, but also highlighted the difficulty of leaving her job in the current economic climate. Many people responded, discussing their own thoughts on happiness.\n\nOne commenter emphasized that having a life outside of work is crucial, and urged people not to let their job consume their entire existence. Another shared that they find contentment rather than happiness, and cautioned against fixating on positive thinking as a means to define happiness. Several others advised against comparing oneself to others, as this could lead to depression.\n\nSome respondents acknowledged that others may possess things that others do not, and that this is perfectly acceptable. They encouraged those facing similar questions about happiness to persevere, as their situation will eventually change. A netizen suggested that the path to happiness lies in ignoring the opinions of Singaporean society, and that being realistic and appreciative of one's blessings is essential.\n\nThe conversation demonstrates that happiness in Singapore is a subjective and complex concept. For some, it involves finding a balance between earning sufficient income and taking care of oneself. Others believe that gratitude for what they already have and pursuing a life beyond their 9-to-5 job are key to happiness.",
  "summary": "SINGAPORE: A young Singaporean worker’s online post has sparked a very interesting discussion about whether people living in Singapore are truly happy with their lives. In a Reddit post, the woman admitted that she earns well in her first full-time job, but she described feeling trapped at work and is feeling unsure if she will stay, given the fact that leaving a job in this economy is indeed…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}