The Imperfects Poh Ling Yeow - When The Relationship Ends
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Jul 7, 2024 
Poh Ling Yeow shares wisdom in owning bad decisions, moving forward with empathy. Her journey from outsider to TV success, navigating relationships and loss. Breaks from cultural norms, embracing imperfections. Discusses 'stick it to me' phrase, self-compassion, and imperfect cookbook ideas.
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Childhood Anxiety
- Poh Ling Yeow vomited on her desk on her first day of school in Australia due to shyness and fear of asking to leave.
- This demonstrates her early struggles with anxiety in a new environment.
Overcoming Shyness
- Poh, driven by a desire to overcome shyness, enrolled in speech and drama classes despite feeling inferior to classmates.
- Excelling in exams validated her ability to push past discomfort and achieve success.
Finding Solace in Art
- Poh felt like an outsider in both Malaysia and Australia due to academic and social differences.
- Drawing became her solace and gave her confidence, purpose, and a sense of belonging.