Vara Hariharan reflects on her journey from Malaysia to Singapore, her lifelong dedication to education, and the values of duty, compassion, resilience, and authenticity, while sharing wisdom on love, friendship, intentional living, and the importance of integrity in life.
Five “Words of Wisdom” Quotes
- “you have to have the self-discipline and the integrity to do your duty.”
- “You are two independent beings, and you can lead your own lives and then you come in together for a mutually supportive relationship. That's what I said was real love.”
- “Your kids will forget what you tell them, or what you do for them, but they will never forget how you make them feel.”
- “You have to be intentional to develop friendship. You have to be vulnerable and you have to be authentic.”
- “What I value in my friends is they are authentic.I have “2 a.m. friends” – people that I can call up and I can rely on.”
What is Words of Wisdom, by Folklory?
“Words of Wisdom” is an initiative to document and celebrate the stories, insights, and wisdom of Singapore’s senior citizens. It's powered by Folklory, a service dedicated to preserving stories through audio podcasts, who will collaborate with 60 seniors aged 60 and above to create a series of 60 podcasts, each capturing a unique slice of Singapore’s rich history and culture. Find out more info at Folklory.com