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Use Self Care to Slough Away What You Don't Need in 2025
Don't hate, just exfoliate in the Lunar New Year! Like a snake, slither out of your old skin --and problems-- from last year ...

Andrea McKenna Brankin
Feb 10, 20253 min read


How the works of Victorian artist Louis Wain raised the social status of cats in the modern world
Lena Sharp’s review of Kathryn Hughes’ Catland takes us on a fascinating journey through the ‘social history’ of cats. ...

Lena Sharp
Feb 10, 20253 min read


Celebrations and Connections through Running
"Running is more than a sport—it’s a celebration of life, movement, and friendship." Keri Matwick reviews many runners' celebrations ...

Keri Matwick
Nov 17, 20241 min read


Group Spotlight: AWA Bridge Club
What is bridge? Is it social? Indeed, the AWA bridge club - is the place to play "the friendliest game in town!"

Suellen Lee
Nov 16, 20244 min read


The Mushroom Report
Inspired by her children's love for mushroom hunting, Andrea shares ways we can nurture our capacity for awe and wonder in our busy lives.

Andrea Lee
Nov 14, 20246 min read


Joy to the world! The glittering story of Christmas lights
A journey through the history of Christmas lights around the world, from Germany to the LED-lit shopping streets of London and Singapore.

Lena Sharp
Nov 13, 20244 min read


Connecting with the Holidays is Hard Sometimes
Adjusting expectations and seeking support can make depression during the holidays feel easier ...

Andrea McKenna Brankin
Nov 13, 20243 min read


Battle Hymn of a Cub Mom
Forget social media cliches, Anna Liang shares the reality of being the mother of a toddler, which is rather like living on Animal Planet.

Anna Yao Liang
Nov 13, 20243 min read


AWA Book Review: The Light Between Us by Elaine Chiew (2024)
A work of historical fiction and time travel, Elaine Chew's The Light Between Us is an unusually sweet story of love across time in S'pore.

Mandakini Arora
Nov 13, 20242 min read


Connecting Through Culture: Celebrating Art, Literature, Film, and More in Singapore
Check out Stephanie Kolentsis' list of exciting events in Singapore for November and December 2024!

Stephanie Kolentsis
Nov 11, 20244 min read


AWA Book Review: Burma Sahib by Paul Theroux (2023)
Review of Paul Theroux's fictionalized novel inspired by the life George Orwell when he served in the police force in British-ruled Burma.

Mandakini Arora
Sep 14, 20242 min read


Robin's Joyful Pursuits
Interview with Robin Gardner about what inspired her to start Joyful Pursuits, a new group that aims to foster personal wellness journeys ..
AWA Editor
Sep 13, 20246 min read


Unpacking the Imposter Syndrome
Feeling intimidated or inadequate? You are not alone. Even successful people feel that way. Imposter Syndrome is a common phenomenon.

Dulce Zamora
Sep 9, 20244 min read


The English East India Company: Voyages that transformed the tastes of Great Britain
From pepper sprinklers, cotton sundresses to the quintessential cup of tea, Lena examines enduring influences of the East on British culture

Lena Sharp
Sep 5, 20246 min read


People With Mental Illness Are Like Transformers: More Than Meets the Eye
Those of us living with mental illness have the ability to shift from human to super robot in order to keep going and thrive in life ...

Andrea McKenna Brankin
Sep 5, 20243 min read


Joo Chiat's Hidden Gems
Stephanie Kolentsis is a Singapore East Coast resident who shares about her favourite spots to visit in the Joo Chiat neighbourhood

Stephanie Kolentsis
Sep 5, 20244 min read


More than Just a Run: Uncovering the Hidden Strength Within
AWA running group helps members push their running to the next level - check out an exciting lineup of races in the coming months!

Keri Matwick
Sep 4, 20242 min read


Little Little
‘Little Little’ is a children’s poem by Sara Kelly and comes from her published poetry collection, "4 a.m. Raspberry Party."

Sara Kelly
Sep 4, 20242 min read


Crouching Tiger Mom, Hidden Dragon Baby
Andrea Mckenna Brankin reflects on her motherhood journey in being able to share her passion for rugby with her daughter, her "Dragon Baby."

Andrea McKenna Brankin
Apr 12, 20243 min read


What's On This Spring
Stephanie Kolentsis cherry picks the best arts & culture events in Singapore this spring 2024.

Stephanie Kolentsis
Apr 7, 20243 min read
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