Listen "Joseph Cheong, Ex-Military Officer and Social Worker"
Episode Synopsis
Joseph Cheong reflects on his journey from the military to social work, sharing lessons on resilience, empathy, and service. He emphasises family, sincerity in friendships, perseverance in careers, and hopes future generations embrace hard work, compassion, and gratitude for Singapore’s progress.Five “Words of Wisdom” Quotes“We must accept that love is a journey – there are mountains to climb, valleys to grow.”“Do you want to be right? Or do you want to be happy?”“Parents should be a model to their children.””Close friends should always be sincere in what they do, and always be concerned about the welfare of the other party.”“If we are in a more privileged position, I think we should help others.”
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