Team Wildchild dips our toes into matchmaking with our feature series, Singles in the Wild. Through the question-and-answer format, we aim to highlight the personalities of our interviewees. Prepare to be captivated by the young adults from Singapore’s diverse dating pool, whether you are a hopeful single looking to be relieved of your swiping fatigue or merely a curious reader.
Our seventh single is ready to explore uncharted waters—that’s why she’s here. Not only does she dive, she also surfs and serves her turf. Are you the one who’s going to make a splash and reel her in?
If you were an animal, what would you be and why?
I’d definitely be a cat. They’re independent, know what they like, and aren’t afraid to demand their personal space. It’s not that cats don’t want affection; they’re just picky about who they get it from. They choose their humans carefully, and I’m the same when it comes to the people I keep close. Cats have standards, and so do I!
What do you like most about yourself?
What I like most about myself is that I work hard to achieve whatever I set my mind to. Back in 2013, a polytechnic lecturer asked us to write down five things we wanted to accomplish within five years. The list would then be mailed back to us in 2018 so we could see how far we’d come.
When the letter arrived, I’d already checked off four out of five goals (nbd).
One of my goals was to bring my family on trips overseas. Back then, we rarely traveled, especially to popular destinations like Japan, Korea, or Taiwan. I’m happy to say we’ve now explored all of those countries together.
Another goal was to complete a degree. At the time, I wasn’t even sure if continuing my education was for me. Turns out, I liked it enough to get not just one degree, but two of them.
It wasn’t until 2024 that I accomplished my final goal: solo traveling. Late? Sure. But better late than never!
What’s your toxic trait?
Caring too much about what others think of me—or at least, that’s what my friends tell me. 🤪 I do agree that my self-perception can be overly influenced by the opinions of others, especially in unfamiliar social settings. Depending on who I’m around, my view of myself can sometimes shift, which isn’t always ideal.
That said, I’ve been actively working on it. These days, I take a step back to reflect and ask myself if I actually agree with a certain opinion or comment. I’ve also learned that not all opinions carry the same weight, and feedback from people I trust and respect is infinitely more valuable than the rest. It’s still a work in progress, but I think I’m getting better at tuning out the noise.
Who and what are you looking for?
First, I’m looking for a man who is ready for a committed relationship but isn’t set on getting married. Second, he should be at least 170 cm tall. Sorry to the short kings out there!
He is ideally someone who has an active lifestyle and is down to try new things. Bonus points if he has a diving certification (or is open to giving it a shot)—I got mine in 2024. Most of my overseas trips include diving, so it’d be amazing to share that interest.
Tell us about a community that you’re a part of and how you got involved.
I’m part of a group of volunteers for the Meet-the-People sessions held by a Member of Parliament. If you had told me five years ago that I’d still be volunteering today, I probably wouldn’t have believed you. Yet, somehow, five years have flown by just like that.
Over time, I’ve gotten to know many people in this community and even made a few close friends along the way. Apart from the Meet-the-People sessions, I’ve also extended my volunteering efforts to other community initiatives.
Beyond all the interesting things we get to learn and hear about, I find it deeply meaningful and feel fortunate to be in a position where I can contribute to society.
If you’re interested in our featured single, respond to this email or send a message to hello@wildchild.sg with a short introduction and a photograph of yourself. Know a friend who might be keen instead? Well, send this interview their way!
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