An Angolan Portuguese who lived in England and is now residing in Singapore. I am an avid reader, who loves to turn thoughts into words, for this reason I have joined Medium to write, read and to explore it as a new source of income. When I am not writing…

Adopting the mindset of a millionaire (1) — The list: Change the way you view money Expand your knowledge Improve your vocabulary Reduce your liabilities Increase your assets Live on less but focus on quality Know what you are saving for Have multiple streams of income The Strategy Change the way you view money Money needs to flow…

It could be lost in the post or possible that I didn’t send it! Don’t be offended, it’s not you, but the unnecessary cultural expectations ingrained in us. — Relationships cost money. Let it be friendships, close ones because we are related by blood, or even family connections. If I invite you, and pay for you, it should be because I want to and not because everyone and your neighbour thinks I have to.

And I won’t judge you if that’s what you want either. — On our way back from the gym one Friday evening, we were stopped by a Charity worker looking for sponsors. …

You don’t need to spend 8 hours everyday looking for work, but you must do everything in your ability to demonstrate willingness to adapt to your new chosen environment and integrate just like a local. — You apply, then wait for replies. When you receive a message on LinkedIn, or e-mail, your heart races, you start smiling internally hoping that maybe just maybe, this maybe it, they may ask to see you face to face.

Don’t denigrate before you consider your options and open up your mind to the possibilities. — Disclaimer: This is not financial advice, its solely meant for entertainment purposes!

To keep or to discard, a decision that must be made when Marie Kondo’ing your stuff. — I have Birthday, Christmas and random well wishes cards in 2 languages. Because it sparks joy. While majority of my cards are in English, my heart melts when I read the ones in Portuguese. It’s amazing to think that one day I lived in a different country, spoke a different…

To summarise, I am happy here and don’t want to go back or live anywhere else for the time being but to be truthful here’s how it’s really going. — My husband and I arrived in Singapore back in August, he was offered a role here and we came filled with hope that I would be able to land a role shortly after arriving. Well, it’s been 4 plus months, and I am still searching. I have applied for over…

It is unrealistic to want a woman to look immaculate 24/7 and still expect her to contribute the same amount towards the household and family. — “Now I ain’t saying’ she a gold digger, but she ain’t messin’ with no broke n*ggas”