28/09/2026
Reading this article struck a deep chord with me as a fellow comrade.
When the author shared, “I realised that perhaps my life wasn’t over yet. I could still move forward, one step at a time,” it echoed my own journey completely.
Over 2 years ago, as an independent workaholic who had lived and worked abroad, my world paused with a sudden diagnosis. Sitting helpless along the corridor at the hospital —weak, coughing, and helpless —I wondered if there was any future left.
Through the love of family, friends, and many noble people I've met along the way, I rebuilt my strength day by day, one step at a time. But what truly gave me the peace of mind to keep moving forward, live in the moment, and travel with my loved ones was the pre-planning I did years ago. Knowing my family was financially protected made all the difference.
Even facing a recent relapse, I stay positive—because sunshine always follows the dark. ☀️
After spending decades running pubs and F&B businesses, Michael Chuah’s lung cancer diagnosis made him rethink his priorities. Now he finds meaning in hugging trees, travelling, hiking and supporting other cancer patients.
