SHENTONISTA

“I think most parents wouldn’t want their children to follow after them if they were working in construction and engineering—my line of work is more technical and might be boring to people.”

Some ways to look good and do good at the same time.

“My favourite place as a kid was anywhere near water—the sound of waves instantly calms you down.”

“People believe too much in fast fashion. We really need to think about sustainability and the environment.”

“One advice I’d give my younger self is that you are enough, and everything will work out.”

While we were unceremoniously shooed away by building security before we got a chance to speak with her, our short meeting with Leesa brightened up our day amid the rainy weather.

“My definition of a hero is someone who can do what is necessary in spite of the fear.”

“Something silly or untrue that I used to believe as a child was that mermaids really exist!”

“A food that best describes me would be a homemade meal. I like cooking at home and sharing meals with family, so that’s something that represents me.”

“One thing that everyone should learn is to truly listen. In school, we learn to excel in following instructions, but that’s not listening for the sake of understanding. We need to learn how to listen to each other, and more importantly to differing points of view.”

“Singapore can get crowded on the weekends. so I’d prefer to spend the time with my family and my boyfriend, relaxing over coffee or brunch at a café.”

“Growing plants is an ever-evolving process, and all this has taught me tenacity and patience, both in terms of taking care of plants, and in dealing with clients.”