Ordinary to be extraordinary

The quest to become special can lead to unhappiness, so be careful about what you are striving for

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Locally, we have the woke Kheng siblings, Narelle and Benjamin, using their influencer status to promote mental health and sustainability, along with their music and acting careers.

We have Singaporean children as young as age 11 completing Grade Eight piano practical qualifications, while the typical age is 16.

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A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Sunday Times on September 27, 2020, with the headline Ordinary to be extraordinary. Subscribe