SHENTONISTA

“I’d tell my younger self to not be afraid to try new things. I wish I’d taken the time to pick up a skill, like learning a new language.”

“If I could trade lives with anyone in the world for just a day, it’d be my girlfriend—I want to be able to empathise with her on how difficult it is to put up with someone like me!”

“I’ve always wished for time to stop at my command. Being able to control time would allow me to appreciate everything around me at my own pace.”

“The most ridiculous thing I’ve ever worn was a black body suit that covered me from head to toe!”

“To people who are just entering the workforce, I’d say find your passion, follow it, and work hard at it. Turn up every day and do your best.”

“If I could have a superpower, I’d choose to make everyone around me happy!”

“When each batch of bread takes two days to make and each pastry takes three, even the most basic things become precious. Baking has taught me to be present, patient, and intuitive.”

“If there was a song that played every time I walked through the door, it’d be Just In Time by Nina Simone.”

“I’d like to live in the world of Mad Men, because they always seem so cool, smoking and drinking whisky, always out and having fun.”

“Be yourself. As long as you’re genuine, people will trust and respect your value.”

“If I could be a material, I’d choose to be hopsack. It’s an open weave fabric, which can seem rough and rugged, but overall it can also be very elegant.”

“I always feel like I'm living in my own head, disconnected from the world and away from everyone else. That sometimes makes me feel alone, but I've learnt to enjoy my own company.”