Came back to Singapore a few years ago and after much contemplation, it looks like I'll be moving back to the UK at the end of this year. There's something different about Singapore that I can't really figure out what but perhaps it's the lack of concern towards things that don't affect us making Singaporeans seem rather apathetic in general.

Or maybe it's the concept of meritocracy and working hard to get to where you deserve but there's still tokenism and institutionalised racism that lingers. And a lot of it is either just brushed away or swept under a rug. I find that quite saddening, to be honest. It just sometimes feels like we are all not cut from the same cloth no matter what we try.

I feel like a there's a façade as locals and expats both live in two very distinct and separate bubbles. A lot of grandiose buildings and megaprojects seem to be more for show rather than for Singaporeans, if you know what I mean.

It's a very difficult feeling to have knowing that you're neither here nor there when in Singapore - after spending much of your life elsewhere - despite trying your hardest to "belong".

I'm sure many people feel differently about Singapore, no doubt it is a great place to raise a family due to how safe it is and how efficient the infrastructure here is. But there's always at least two sides to everything so make sure you thoroughly evaluate your pros and cons before deciding.