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‘I stopped wasting money’: Indian woman in Singapore reveals how lifestyle shift cut her expenses
An Indian woman shared how moving to Singapore helped her cut unnecessary spending.
An Indian woman living in Singapore has sparked conversation online after sharing how relocating to the city quietly transformed her spending habits.
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Taking to Instagram, the woman named Neha Rawat posted a video explaining how everyday life in Singapore made her realise she no longer needed to spend money on several things she once regularly bought. Her clip quickly gained attention online, with many social media users relating to her observations.
In the video, Rawat candidly reflects on the lifestyle adjustments she made after moving abroad. She explained that the change in environment naturally reduced her tendency to spend on unnecessary items.
"I used to spend so much money on things I genuinely don’t need anymore. Moving to Singapore quietly fixed my habits. First of all, fashion and trendy clothes. Singapore weather is the same every single day. You basically need five outfits that work in humidity and you are set for life. And then bottled water. Singapore’s tap water is literally drinkable. Then comes cabs and auto rickshaws for everything. Singapore's transport system is literally so good that I haven't booked a cab in weeks. Lastly, how can I forget fancy Indian skincare hauls? Singapore's humidity does more for my skin than any serum I was buying. If you're moving to Singapore or already living here, save this, because your wallet will thank you!"
She shared the clip with a caption that read, "Things I stopped buying after moving to Singapore. And my bank account is thriving. Singapore will teach you real quick. Your flat is small, your budget is real, and less is genuinely more here."
Watch the clip here:
Social media users share mixed reactions
The video soon drew a wave of reactions online, with users sharing their own experiences about lifestyle changes after moving abroad.
One user wrote, "Honestly, Singapore teaches minimalism without even trying." Another commented, "The public transport part is so true. You barely need a cab there."
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A third user shared, "Humidity fixing skincare problems is something I never expected to hear but it makes sense." Another said, "Five outfits for the whole year actually sounds peaceful."
(Disclaimer: This report is based on user-generated content from social media. HT.com has not independently verified the claims and does not endorse them.)
