What does it take to define success in your own terms? In this episode, Joanne speaks with model, actress, and mom Sheila Sim, whose journey through Singapore’s entertainment industry reflects the transformative power of choice and courage.Recently making her return in acting, Sheila stars in Emerald Hill– The Little Nyonya Story, where she portrays Zhang Yin Niang– a headstrong, independent woman who dares to challenge the rigid norms of her world. Beyond her on-screen career, Sheila shares how she’s navigated life’s turning points as a public figure mother with intention, vulnerability, and strength. What does empowerment look like in our everyday choices? How do we accelerate meaningful actions in our lives?Tune in as we unpack the courage it takes to rewrite your own narrative and how Sheila Sim continues to lead with authenticity in every role she plays — on and off screen.Catch "Emerald Hill - The Little Nyonya Story", a 30-episode series, now streaming on meWATCH and Netflix.For collaborations, partnerships, or feedback, reach us at [email protected] the podcast 5 stars, follow, and share if you enjoy our content.Listen to the audio version of this podcast:Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2UUDTSerqtElRlzbDujZji?si=d4ff63ff3321493a Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-do-i-know-with-joanne-peh/id1619082241Follow us on social media:Joanne Peh: https://www.instagram.com/joannepeh/What Do I Know? Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/whatdoesjoanneknow/ZYRUP Media: https://www.instagram.com/zyrupmedia/ Sheila SimFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/iamsheilasim/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sheila_sim/?hl=en Chapters: 00:00 Start of Episode01:46 Introduction of Guest02:25 Discussing "Emerald Hill"04:10 Character vs. Real Life: The "Manja" Life07:57 Women in Modeling09:53 Why Sheila Transitioned to Acting11:16 Dealing with Insecurities & Industry Standards13:37 Realities of Auditioning18:55 Sheila’s Fear of Acting19:40 Sheila Falling In Love with Acting Again21:54 Modern Women vs. Women From History25:32 Emerald Hill Character Sheila Would Play28:24 Sheila on Grief and Family34:24 Sheila on Parenting and Protection36:51 Sheila’s Empowering Hair Journey40:20 Breaking Conventional Norms41:12 How Sheila Met Her Husband47:39 Hope for Their Children51:54 Imposter Syndrome56:18 End of Episode

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