My Written Thoughts

For decades, Malays have been told to fear. We keep hearing that the Chinese are a threat, that they will take our land, our rights, and our place in our own country. But the truth is, these fears are not real. They have been exaggerated by politicians who need fear to hold on to power . Malays are not in danger. Our language, our monarchy, our religion, and our majority status are all protected by the Constitution. What weakens us is not the Chinese, it is the fear within us. The Chinese community is not an enemy. They have lived here for generations. They have built businesses, powered the economy, and contributed to Malaysia’s growth. Their success does not diminish Malay success; it adds to it. When Malays rise, Chinese rise. When Chinese rise, Malays rise. Together, the nation moves forward and together, Malaysia becomes stronger to compete internationally. Some may point to Singapore or Penang as examples of Malays being left behind. But these cases do not prove Malays are in ...

Although I no longer post weekly vlogs, I still pick up the camera every now and then. I want to share how vlogging helped me grow socially and rebuild my confidence. For most of my life, I’ve been introverted. Crowds and social situations made me anxious, and I often felt like I didn’t quite fit in. Over the years, those feelings grew heavier, to the point where my confidence took a real hit. Speaking in front of people — or even being in a busy room — could trigger panic, sweating, and an overwhelming urge to escape. Then in 2018, I stumbled into vlogging. At first, it was just an experiment — a way to push myself into discomfort. I set myself a 50-vlog challenge, and by the time I hit my 50th, I realized I loved it. I kept going for years, posting regularly until 2023, when I slowed down. What I didn’t expect was the transformation. Vlogging forced me to step outside my shell, to speak up, and to share my voice openly. Over time, my confidence came back stronger than ever. Speaking ...