Description
In a world of infinite information and constant interaction, something essential is slipping away.
We scroll, post, reply… and yet we find ourselves more fragmented, overstimulated, and quietly unfulfilled.
Disconnected is a book about that erosion—of happiness, connection and understanding—and what it takes to reclaim meaning in the age of distraction.
Written over three years, philosopher and public intellectual Melvin Poh offers a serious inquiry into what it means to live, think, and feel in a hyperconnected world.
Drawing from ancient philosophy and deep intellectual insights, he explores how we’ve lost connection with ourselves—and how philosophy can offer us a way back.
From the illusion of progress to the performance of happiness, from digital fatigue to the quiet crisis of identity, Disconnected does not offer solutions—it offers something rarer: clarity and a call to rediscover the depth we’ve traded for convenience.
This is not a self-help book.
It is a philosophical map back to meaning, purpose, and presence—written to be reflected on, not rushed through.
The Digital Edition
The Digital Edition offers deep wisdom in a format that meets the way we read today.
It is beautifully formatted for phones, tablets, and laptops, and delivered instantly, anywhere in the world.
Each copy is personally issued in your name to be reflected upon at your own pace.
This edition is for readers who value clarity, access, and immediacy—and who want to carry empirical thoughts wherever they go.







Kimberly Tai –
The writing style is calm and raw which I really appreciated. Thank you Melvin for this and for your videos. You make a difference to me. -Kim
Carmen Chua –
Reading this. Feels like something I’ll keep next to my journal.
Ying Yue –
Only read the intro but already loving it, good job melvin! I bought it immediatley when u releasing it.
Ho Min –
Wow! I am already excited to go through it.
Marcus Lee –
Not bad at all.
Hiroshi Ca –
Congrats Mr Melvin! Thank you for all your hard work!
Darren Ho –
Just starting to read it. The concepts are interesting. I like how you didnt make it too complex. Looking forward to diving deeper!
Rita Wong –
Congratualtiosn on relasing the book Melvin! I am enjoying it so far!!
Mika Lee –
Dear Melvin. I don’t know if you ever read my message but I want to thank you for the work you do. I enjoy your videos. When your book come out, I buy it even though I don’t read because I want to show my gratitude. Thank you!
Heidi Sum –
This is such an exciting project. I like the topic very much and I think its important.
Sarah Tan –
So far, the book is everything I hoped for. Congratulations!
Vivian Chan –
Hi Melvin! Love what you do. I bought and read it. Such an exciting start. I can already tell this is going to be a deep read.
Eunice Lau –
The first few pages are incredibly engaging. Can’t wait to read more and see where you take it! Btw, I dont know why but I can only download one time?
Xin Yi –
Hi Melvin. Big fan of your work. Buy it when you announce it. Now I read. I’m already underlining key ideas. Tq!!!
Chun Kit –
The writing is so smooth and the ideas are already making me reflect on my own life. Definitely on the right track!
Fiona Leong –
Absolutely loving the start of this book! So far, it’s exactly what I needed to read right now.
Zhang Rui –
Have you considered making a movie?
Grace Toh –
I like how its deep but also not too complicated. Good balance! Good job!
Leon Lim –
You’ve captured my attention immediately, Melvin. The writing is sharp, but sometimes the concepts already challenging me.
Amanda Yuen –
I am a fan of your work melvin!
Daniel Koh –
Only just started, but I can tell this is going to be one of those books I won’t forget anytime soon.
Pei Nee –
Melvin, you’ve done something beautiful. Thank you.
Emily Chan –
Just started reading. I’m enjoying it. Good job mel.
Ivan Leung –
Wow! I didn’t know you have a book! Take my card!!
Chloe Lim –
Was so excited when I saw this. Bought immediately. 🙂
Kenji Wong –
Brilliantly written. Well done!!!
Sakura Nakamura –
I didn’t know what to expect originally. But I didn’t expect this hahaha.
Rachel Chua –
This deserves all the recognition. I’m sure it wasn’t easy to write a book.
Maychee –
Certain lines stayed with me… One of the few books I ame xcited to ifnish this year.
Rachel Mi Sua –
Started reading this on evening and didn’t expect it. Was quite great to read.
Joey Ng –
I think its cool to raed when I dont really read that much anymore.
Wei Han –
Maybe after I read tbis I will find some connection again.
Jonathan Lim –
Congratulations Melvin! I support!
Jing Xuan –
I think its a good idea to ask ourself whether there is too much progress in this world that is not for our own good.
Terence Ong –
I started reading already but will you have an audio book soon?
Yvonne Toh –
I have watched your video since 2024. I am so excited for this one. THank you and here is a review.
Wei Xuan –
It’s early days, but the concepts you’re introducing are already making me think differently.
Jasper Lau –
Can’t wait to see where this goes!
Eileen Phua –
Just starting, but I can already tell this will be a book I’ll keep coming back to for reference.
Bella –
So far, this book is living up to all the hype. Melvin, you’ve really crafted something powerful.
Samantha Kwan –
This is exactly what I’ve been searching for. Early chapters have me hooked and thinking deeply.
Aisyah Rahman –
This book challenges everything you think you knowed about modern life. Powerful.
Carmen Lau –
Congrats! You’ve outdone yourself, Melvin.
Farah Aziz –
Been following your journey Melvin. This book is a milestone.
Sheryl Liew –
Love it.
Wei Ting –
I bought the ebook and found myself highlighting more than I usually do.
Cheryl Tan –
Not bad at all for a first time writer. Some parts are really deep.
Nicholas Wong –
The ideas are a bit difficult sometimes. Not for everyone, but I like it overall.
Tracy Teo –
What a interesting concept for why you wanted to write this Melvin. Was it because the 1 minute videos are too short?
Samantha Kwan –
Not dramatic. Honest. Humble. Interesting approach.
Bryan Choo –
I’ve been watching his videos for a long time and this book carries the same voice, serious and sincere.
Mei Lin –
I didn’t agree with everything in Chapter 3 but I respected the honesty in how it was written.
Amanda Yuen –
The book is wrote in a very personal style and has some stories but I would enjoy it more if it was better format.
Yvonne Toh –
Nice.
Ivy Goh –
Early chapters are already blowing my mind! This is going to be one of those books I keep going back to.
Yun Hao –
A bit difficult for me to understand.
Yu Chen –
Nice!
Natsuki Mori –
So far, this is everything I hoped for and more. Can’t wait to read more!
Jonathan Lim –
This book is off to an incredible start! I’m already seeing so many connections to my own life.
Terence Ong –
First few chapters in, and I’m already hooked. This is going to be a must-read!
Min Chen –
Please write more book.
Fiona Leong –
The beginning is so gripping! I feel like I’ve already learned something valuable.
Jia Wen –
I’m only a few pages in, but this is already one of my favorite reads this year.
Mina Ahmi –
You’ve brought your signature style to this one, Melvin.
Wei Ting –
Congratulations on your launch! Early chapters are definitely living up to the hype.
Kaori Y –
Definitely excited to reading!
Jing Xuan –
Melvin, you’ve really captured my attention.
Leon Lim –
Congratulations Melvin. I bought your book because I always appreciated your work.
Michelle Lau –
Love the topic. Btw I think you are very handsome Melvin.
Nicholas Wong –
I can already tell this book would make me rethink a lot of things.
Rachel Ng –
GREAT JOB!!!
Desmond Koh –
Just started, but the first chapters have already given me so much to ponder. Melvin, this is amazing!
Jenna –
You’ve really drawn me in, Melvin.
Xin Na –
So glad you write this book! I cant wait to receivd it.
Mina Ong –
Just started. Not bad!
Cheryl Tan –
Big fan of Melvin’s work for a long time now.
Demon Boy –
I wish more people are like you because I think we need more books not more nonsense.
Min Chen –
Very nicely done Melvin. I only read 2 chapters so far but I am enjoying it. Thank you.
Zhang Rui –
I bought the ebook and I think a lot of people need something like this even if they don’t realise it yet.
Wei Han –
I think its important to reflect after we realise that we live in a very challenging world so I agree with the ideas.
Aini Bejo –
Got me hooked.
Alvin Goh –
I am sure thjis will be a great book.
Ying Yue –
A truly exciting read so far. Melvin, you’re really showing your depth as a writer!
Grace Toh –
I wish I had more space to write a long review but I just completed the beginning chapters. I loved it. Thank you for writing this Melin
Selena Ting –
Why dont you read to me in bed?
Marina –
Already loving the tone and message of the book. It’s giving me a lot to think about!
Chun Kit –
Nice nice nice
Joon Ho –
Cant wait
Pah Ing –
Thank you.
Kenji –
I’m only a few pages in, and I’m already blown away by how relatable and real this feels.
Pei Ling –
Melvin I’m sorry but I think its a bit hard to understand compare to your normal video
Vincent Leow –
Hmmm. I dont know
Yee Ling –
A compelling start.
Jia Wen –
I’m already feeling so many emotions from the early chapters. This book is a journey I’m ready for.
Michelle Lau –
The first few pages are so full of wisdom. I can’t wait to see where this takes me!
Alex Cheng –
The writing is on point, and the themes are already speaking to me. Can’t wait to read more!
Jun Jie –
Excited to ifnish this!
Kelvin Tan –
A big fan of your work Melvin so thank you for eveyrthing.
Hao Ran –
This book is already making me think in new ways. The first chapters have set a high bar!
Ethan Lee –
Mm is it odd that I feel sometimes uncomfortable but I needed it.
Hikaru Takahashi –
I can see this being a good project. Congratulations!
Nico Fujiwara –
From Malaysia and just want to say I’m proud this came from here.
Hikaru Toh –
Congrats Melvin! You made philosophy cool.
Sakura Miyazaki –
Absolutely loved it. Learned so much in just the first few chapters.
Leon Koo –
Your words came at a time I needed them most. Thank you.
Aya Fujiwara –
Huge congratulations, Melvin. Your work is changing lives!
Jun Watanabe –
Philosophy finally made personal and practical. This is special.
Hikaru Ng –
A gem. I couldn’t stop underlining things! Thanks Mel. Love your videos btw!
Yuto Matsuda –
My first real encounter with philosophy and I’m hooked.
Hikaru Hashimoto –
You put into words what I’ve been feeling for years. Thank you.
Mei Teo –
Feels like a story book.
Min Hashimoto –
Brilliant. Nicely done!
Kenji Hashimoto –
Just wanted to say congrats! this is more than a book, it’s a gift.
Yuki Ito –
Wasn’t expecting to read this year, but I was.
Haruto Ong –
I feel like I am seeing your heart inside out.
Shiori Watanabe –
Each page holds insight. Melvin, you’ve got a gift. Thanks a lot! Love from Norway.
Shiori Yamamoto –
Already bought another one for a friend. That says everything.
Leon Matsuda –
Quite profound. Not bad for first time writing.
Aya Fujiwara –
I think I wanted to say that you turned something interesting from your work.
Suda –
Congratz!
Zen Chew –
I found myself underlining every other sentence.
Cheung M –
LOVELY!
Hannah H –
A modern book that revives old concepts.
Haruna Ooi –
I’m halfway through love it.
Marki Lau –
So real. Thank you for sharing your life with us.
Ong Susan –
I love it. Its a great book.
Peter Lau –
I couldn’t stop reading. Finished in one week.
Hieme –
Every chapter felt like a personal conversation from him.
Emir Syazwan –
Nice writing. Been awhile.
Pang Yi –
Beautifully written and deeply insightful.
Lee Cham –
Hey Melvin, just wanted to say thank you for putting this out.
Pingu Lee –
A great job in covering philosophy in such a personal way.
Angie Chu –
Hopefully I can find my reconnection again.
Ayuni –
Finished reading it on Monday. Still thinking about it.
Nina Lim –
I felt quite touched when I bought it. I wonder the journey you took to write it Melvin.
Siti Toh –
Great book!
Mei Ching Ying –
Good. Write a second one.
Angie Yap –
Melvin, you surprised me with your writing.
Telena –
I feel that this should be in all the bookstores.
Rachel Tan –
It made me journal. That says a lot.
Toana Mo –
Beautiful. Deep. Retalable.
Eunice –
I don’t really know what to say but thankn you.
Himi N –
Short, reflective, and exactly what I needed.
Kelvin Goh –
Hi Melvin! Just finished it. You should keep writing.
Farah Siti –
You are handsome. You are smart. You are doing a good thing.
Susu Lim –
If you are looking for a kind of book that gives you many things to think about. I think this is it.
Jian Hao Teow –
Very insightful.
Janice Lee –
Nothing more fulfilling than finding out that we are feeling the same thing.
Wee Toh –
Hey Melvin don’t think I will see many things the same again.
H M Cheng –
There’s honesty in this book that I rarely find in modern writing. Thanks melvin.
Haruil Mohd –
I didn’t expect a book on philosophy to be so relatable. Usually they are quite boring.
Mukdin Leong –
An essential read for anyone feeling disconnected.
Chew Beng –
This book giivng me clarity during a confusing period of my life.
Mah Yun –
Just finished it. Wow. Simply wow.
Gwendolyn –
Big follower of your work Melvin!
Meng –
Thank you melvin!
Wei Ni –
A beautiful reminder to slow down.
Amir Ng –
Congrats. Feels like one of those things that you will need to read a few times.
Isiah Nur –
Deep thoughts like Melvin’s usual styles.
Michelle Teh –
Good attempt. Not the best but well done.
Kaining –
Can you tell me why you decided to write this?
Marc Ho –
Love it.
Ming Wang –
Impressively done!
Joseph Lam –
Thank you Melvin!
Mei Mak –
Every morning I read a few pages with my coffee. It calms me.
Amir Toh –
Finished it in two sittings. Amazing book!
Timothee Cia –
This is my new ritual now.
Kenneth Hoh –
I didnt know I wanteed to read something like this.
Douglas Foo –
For first time writer, good job.
Rachel Mak –
An essential read for anyone feeling disconnected.
Clara Kwan –
Congratulations Melvin.
Natasha Ki –
I passed this book to my son because I think he needs it. Thanks for inspriing us Melvin.
Jayden Chew –
Not a academic type. More like a story type but with academic stuff in it too.
Sabriena Omar –
I felt sad reading it because it reminded me of my father.
Alicia Lee –
My favorite is Chapter 5. That is exactly what Im going through now.
Alicia Chew –
I am glad it is in PDF format befcause its easy for me to read.
Sima Yee –
It helped me during a hard week. I’m grateful.
Hui Min Cheng –
Hi Melvin I didnt know I like philosophy until I bought your book.
Mak Ching –
Melvin’s words have a strength. It stays with you.
Amanda Leong –
I’ve started keeping a journal again after reading this.
Zeng Wan –
A rare one.
Daneil Leung –
The pace, the tone, the reflections, all nice.
Heem Sap –
I felt like I wasn’t alone for once. That meant everything.
Popi –
I couldn’t stop thinking about the chapter on solitude.
Yusuf Helmi –
Finally someone put my thoughts into words!!!
Janet Goh –
Nice writing.
Syahida –
This reminded me why I fell in love with reading years ago.
Wei Neoh –
I decided to read this because my best freind pass away
Nelson Hee –
I think you can consifer writing another sequel.
Elisabeth Tan –
Quietly changed how I see my relationships and connection today.
Brandon Yeo –
Accessible without being simplistic. That’s hard to do.
Elaine Cheong –
I’ve never highlighted so many sentences in a book before.
Ravi Mazlan –
A rare mix of grace and depth.
Quek Hew –
I wasn’t bored once. It kept pulling me in.
Changzi –
The writing is calm, confident, and rich in insight.
Yuenleong –
Finished in three days. The ideas linger long after.
Norizan Wan –
The tone is humble, the message is big.
Zachary Seng –
Very needed in today’s noisy world.
Yasmin Nazri –
Hits different when you read it at night.
Owen Lau –
It’s now one of my go-to gifts for thoughtful friends.
Sora Fong –
Subtle, elegant, and deeply moving.
Chong chong –
Truly makes philosophy feel personal, not abstract.
Sylvia Liew –
I didn’t love every page, but the ones I did stuck with me.
Faisal Phua –
I think I read the last chapter three times.
Sora –
A thoughtful and poetic reflection on modern life. It challenged how I view technology and self-worth.
Pei Wen Mah –
Brought clarity to some things I’ve been struggling to articulate.
Leon Chai –
Finished it and immediately passed it to my brother.
Leanne Bahari –
Feels timeless. Could’ve been written ten years ago or yesterday.
Ryota Chang –
A companion for anyone navigating a noisy world.
Syuraidal –
This isn’t a book to rush through. It’s one to savour.
Eng Hwa Chee –
It speaks to modern burnout without preaching.
Khai Seow –
Helped me reconnect with stillness.
Alvin Chua –
Each chapter like a soft nudge to pay attention.
Calvin Lau –
Beautiful in its simplicity.
Siang Abe –
It’s rare to find a book that blends accessibility with depth. Highly recommend.
Terence –
This book was a mirror at times uncomfortable, but always honest.
Sean Lim –
I felt like I was being mentored by a wise older friend.
Kenta Fong –
Melvin writes like someone who’s walked the walk.
Vanessa Shahril –
Very introspective. Reminded me of why I used to love reading.
Sora Chong –
An antidote to the chaos of social media.
Ashraf Quek –
Short but deep. Each page left something behind.
Ren –
This made me want to delete all my apps and just sit with myself.
Daniel Chan –
Made me stop scrolling and actually reflect for once.
Yeo Liang Koh –
A friend recommended this, and I’m glad they did.
Kara Chong –
Made me slow down and reflect in the best way.
Zachary Goh –
Not life-changing, but definitely life-pausing.
Aiden Lim –
Like a conversation with someone who sees through the noise.
Yuri –
Read it in silence—and it amplified my thoughts.
Phoebe Hew –
Gently provokes thought instead of forcing it.
Isabelle Heng –
My thoughts felt clearer after each chapter.
Tobi –
Each chapters left me with a quiet sense of clarity. I’ll be rereading this.
Zhen Ong –
It asks questions that stay with you.
Ming Ooi –
Not what I expected, but exactly what I needed.
Yasmin Boey –
Like having a quiet, intelligent conversation with someone wiser than you.
Bella Ahmad –
Didn’t know I needed it until I read it.
Imeh –
Not just another self-help book. This one actually makes you think.
Kimi To –
Quiet wisdom wrapped in beautiful prose.
Vera Cheong –
Clear, engaging, and layered. It’s not often you find all three.
Gan Wei Mah –
A subtle kind of profound.
Ming Hew –
Not academic, not basic—just right.
Ravi Hoo –
This book is a reminder to slow down.
Kelvin Low –
It gave me a kind of peace I didn’t know I was looking for.
Xin Rui Chew –
A little dense in parts, but rewarding if you stick with it.
Mei Ling Lee –
There’s something very grounding about this book. Loved it.
Terence Ng –
If you’ve ever felt burnt out, this book understands you.
Norizan Phua –
Some parts were a bit repetitive, but the overall message resonated.
Reina Tan –
It’s well-paced. Doesn’t try to impress. Just honest.
Sylvia Rahman –
I wasn’t expecting to reflect on myself so much.
Xue Ting Rahman –
The writing doesn’t try to be clever. That’s why it works.
Bryan Seng –
The kind of book you want to gift to someone you care about.
Jolene Leow –
Unexpectedly comforting. I found myself smiling alone.
Xue Ting Ahmad –
Surprisingly emotional. I didn’t expect to relate so much.
Melvin Sim –
It’s not loud or flashy, but that’s what makes it powerful.
Tracy Seow –
Quiet and slow, but in a good way. Like meditation in words.
Marcus Sim –
Not all chapters hit, but the ones that did hit hard.
Oscar Lau –
I came in skeptical, but left convinced.
Wayne Gan –
Strong start, slightly weaker middle, but a beautiful end.
Nara Fong –
Hi Melvin. I made so many ntoes. So many pages were bookmarked. I’ll be returning to them often.
Alvin Chee –
One of the few books I’ve finished in a single weekend.
Ismail Liew –
Made me want to write again.
Umar Mak –
Feels like it was written for people who are tired of how everything no meaning.
Qistina Hew –
Bought it on a whim. Best decision this month.
Indra Chong –
I finsihed it within 4 weeks! Thats my fastest yet.
Nadia Roslan –
The kind of clarity you don’t find often.
Kelvin Foo –
I want to re-read it already.
Gan Wei Koh –
Congratualtions melvin.
Xiang Seow –
Wasn’t expecting to cry. But I did.
Melvin Khoo –
I felt less alone after finishing this book.
Caleb Mak –
The most useful book I’ve read this year. But also the only one I bought.
Gavin Tan –
Helped me slow down. That alone makes it worth it.
Tanisha Liew –
Solid, clear, and not trying to be clever. Just honest.
Vera Kamal –
I bought it because the cover intrigued me. The content was even better.
Hui Xuan Rashid –
If hyou read it, youi will know how good it is.
Hui Xuan Mak –
Pure reflection on every page.
Caleb Pang –
Perfect for reading one chapter each night before bed.
Elaine Quek –
Grounded, wise, and quietly beautiful. One of the best books I’ve read this year.
Denise Quek –
Very very deep and profound.
Vera Foo –
This isn’t a book. It’s like a bible.
Marcus Sulaiman –
I highlighted more than I usually do.
Indra Khoo –
You feel like the author has lived what they’re saying.
Denise Chua –
I feel you are speakiong to me.
Eugene Loke –
Doesn’t preach. Just offers perspective.
Gerald Foo –
Direct and nice.
Wen Jie Chan –
Complex ideas explained so well. Like Melvin style.
Phoebe Chong –
I feel like I am going through your life with you melvin
Yi Lin Lee –
Exactly what I didn’t know I needed.
Gan Wei Chua –
One of the few books I read without multitasking.
Ronald Yap –
This book woke me up. It reminded me how important silence is.
Faisal Sim –
Clear, clean, and human.
Joanne Seow –
I love this book.
Vera Chan –
Takes its time. But the msg is strong. I like it.
Pei Ling Low –
The writing is stripped of ego. It just wants to connect with you.
Xiang Hew –
Made me rethink how I spend my mornings haha. Thank you?
Valerie Lau –
Great!
Faisal Seow –
This isn’t a motivational book. It’s more like sitting with an old friend who sees through you.
Lydia Lim –
The right kind of thinking for this time we live in.
Alvin Salleh –
Personal without being self-indulgent.
Tanisha Mak –
Makes you want to be more intentional with everything.
Wayne Loke –
Gifted this to my mentor. He loved it too.
Phoebe Ong –
Wish I had read this when I was 25.
Xinyi Tan –
Each chapter spoke to a part of me I hadn’t accessed in a long time.
Xiang Chong –
Some parts hit too close to home. In a good way.
Aqil Fong –
Helped me process some thoughts I hadn’t made time for.
Yi Lin Tan –
Every time I picked this up, I found something useful to carry into my day.
Natalie Khoo –
One of those books that hits the way that hits.
Jasmine Ong –
Wrote three journal pages after finishing one chapter.
Bella Pang –
An emotional detox in paper form.
Pei Ling Tan –
I kept stopping to write in my journal while reading it.
Adrian Loke –
It’s the kind of book that helps you confront yourself gently.
Liyana Ng –
I was not expecting to reflect as deeply as I did.
Jasmine Low –
Effortlessly good.
Hazel Lau –
Nothing fancy. Just depth.
Vera Toh –
Made me want to write again. Will you buy my book too Melvin?
Wen Jie Mak –
Underlined something on almost every page.
Marcus Tan –
Surprisignly I actually experience many things you have experienced too.
Cheryl Low –
You read it once, and keep thinking about it after.
Lydia Lee –
Started off slow, but kept building and deepening.
Sylvia Lee –
I didn’t rush through this. Thats a surprise to me.
Joanne Kamal –
This has been such a calming experience.
Bernice Goh –
This is a book that is both serious but also not serious at the same time. Rare right?
Hazel Pang –
He is a good writer I can say that.
Alvin Chan –
Exactly what I needed without knowing it.
Marcus Roslan –
Very grounding to read.
Tanisha Ong –
Insightful if you have the right perspective.
Xiang Seow –
Great job!
Qi Wei Mansor –
This is a book that I will definitely re-read again.
Gavin Gan –
Not preachy at all. I like it.
Caleb Koh –
I expected philosophy. I got clarity. I got wisdom.
Tracy Rashid –
I highlighted something on almost every page.
Isaac Mak –
Doesn’t try too hard. That’s why it works.
Tanisha Loke –
I want to restart again in my life, thanks for giving me some vision.
Wayne Quek –
Didn’t expect to love it. But I did.
Yasmin Lee –
Read it, reread it, and gave it away. Now I need a new copy.
Jasmine Yap –
Honest, grounded, and refreshingly free of clichés.
Eugene Zulkifli –
Finished it. Loved it!
Elaine Lee –
If you are looking for answers then maybe you are looking for this book.
Kelvin Fong –
Feels like life is not as simple as we think.
Gerald Low –
Each chapter brings a different conclusion. Good job Melvin!
Natalie Chong –
Clear, mature, and quietly bold.
Gerald Sim –
If you feel overwhelmed, this book might help.
Rachel Fadzil –
The kind of book I wish I wrote.
Ronald Chee –
Like talking to a wise friend at 3AM. Or I can say like the extended version of Melvin’s videos
Adrian Ng –
Balanced, clean, intentional writing.
Denise Bakri –
Good writing Melvin, sending love from India.
Umar Ong –
Very reflective writing from Melvin Poh.
Zachary Chong –
I want to know what I want to know. You know?
Adrian Khoo –
Short, sharp, and gently unsettling.
Natalie Foo –
There’s an honesty here that’s hard to find.
Phoebe Chua –
Helped me think about things I’ve been avoiding.
Eugene Jamal –
I can say wise book!
Phoebe Rashid –
You finish this book a bit slower than when you started.
Rachel Tan –
I am happy.
Belinda Hew –
I feel quite sad when I read this. It reopeoned some meories in me.
Darren Mansor –
Melvin writes really well.
Cheryl Fadzil –
Gave me the space to think without judgement.
Kelvin Tan –
Hard to explain why I liked it. I just did.
Cheryl Nor –
Really enjoyed it.
Xinyi Yap –
I think I will sell my phone and move to Hawaii.
Tanisha Tan –
A peaceful, necessary read in a noisy world.
Tracy Roslan –
Very personal, but somehow universal.
Marcus Goh –
I feel like you been through a lot in your life.
Yi Lin Low –
Some chapters hit me harder than I expected.
Wen Jie Foo –
For those tired of motivational fluff, this is the opposite.
Wayne Teo –
I recommended this book to my therapist.
Wen Jie Ng –
I wanted to know whether you went to Sao Paolo because one of your stories sound like it.
Pei Ling Sim –
Read this if you need to slow down.
Ronald Ng –
There is a comfort in this book.
Melvin Hew –
This book helped me rethink how I manage silence.
Kelvin Chee –
Honest, clear, and necessary.
Isaac Rumi –
It made me feel less alone with my thoughts.
Tanisha Wong –
One of the most grounded books I’ve read.
Chong Wei Rumi –
Perfect for slow mornings with coffee.
Marcus Loke –
Every page carried weight.
Qistina Liew –
Deep but never confusing.
Kelvin Kamal –
Some parts felt like they were written just for me.
Karmen Tan –
It stayed with me long after I closed it.
Marcus Shukor –
Understated and powerful.
Alvin Koh –
The structure makes it easy to reflect.
Indra Ghafar –
Simple language. Deep message.
Samuel Rauf –
Every chapter had at least one idea I took into my day.
Bernice Goh –
Subtle clarity throughout.
Wen Jie Anuar –
Taught me how to listen to myself again.
Isaac Chan –
You can feel the experience behind every line.
Hazel Chua –
It didn’t push me. It walked with me.
Qi Wei Latif –
A calm and serious guide for thoughtful people.
Zachary Lau –
This is a book I’ll reread every year.
Kenny Chan –
So personal, yet completely relatable.
Alvin Daud –
Elegant and unpretentious writing.
Khai Amir –
The kind of book that doesn’t need to try hard.
Denise Roslan –
Feels handwritten in the best way.
Belinda Rashid –
More insightful than most books twice its size.
Chee Keong Mak –
I took breaks not because I was bored, but to absorb.
Sabrina Hew –
Some of the best reading I’ve done this year.
Zachary Yassin –
Short chapters. Big impact.
Jasmine Roslan –
I bought it, read it, and bought two more copies.
Indra Sallehin –
If you’re overstimulated, read this.
Zachary Rashid –
A thoughtful counterbalance to digital overwhelm.
Isaac Lee –
Quiet wisdom. No gimmicks.
Natalie Saad –
I found myself highlighting more than I expected.
Cheryl Pang –
Didn’t expect a book to change my attention span. This did.
Wayne Foo –
Reflective without being heavy.
Adrian Salleh –
Each page brought me back to center.
Denise Anuar –
I didn’t want to rush through it.
Qi Wei Foo –
So much truth in such few words.
Denise Halmi –
This is how reflection should feel.
Wei En Foo –
No clichés, no filler.
Vera Shukor –
Felt like a thoughtful friend’s journal.
Bernice Taufik –
Resonated with me more than I’d like to admit.
Gan Wei Anuar –
Perfect companion for intentional living.
Belinda Nor –
One of the few books that made me pause.
Marcus Sani –
I read it slowly, then started again.
Karmen Yassin –
This gave me language for what I’ve been feeling.
Nadia Nor –
A rare find. Quietly unforgettable.
Esmond Wan –
Unexpectedly emotional.
Eugene Sulong –
Not life-changing—but mind-clearing.
Rizal Chee –
Made me realize how little I actually slow down.
Gerald Yassin –
Gentle and fierce, all at once.
Jasmine Halmi –
I carry it with me now.
Hui Ling Rumi –
The pacing, the voice, the honesty—it all works.
Caleb Hew –
Feels like it was written with great care.
Ismail Toh –
I appreciate how direct yet kind the tone is.
Diyanah Yap –
It earned my trust within the first few pages.
Liyana Chee –
Each paragraph asks something of you.
Sabrina Latif –
Helps you notice what you’ve been avoiding.
Azwan Pang –
I returned to several chapters again and again.
Bernice Seow –
It’s made me journal with more honesty.
Esmond Yap –
Balanced, clean, introspective.
Yi Lin Basri –
A balm for noisy minds.
Nadia Khoo –
Stripped of ego, full of insight.
Zul Basman –
Never preachy, always thoughtful.
Denise Farid –
I felt seen without being analyzed.
Valerie Fadzil –
You don’t read this book—you sit with it.
Gavin Daud –
Smart but never smug.
Farah Zulkifli –
One of the best gifts I’ve received.
Wayne Halmi –
Compassionate writing for the thinking reader.
Wen Jie Foo –
There’s strength in its softness.
Hazel Daud –
Helped me rethink how I spend my time.
Joey Ibrahim –
No step-by-step guide. Just awareness.
Owen Loke –
In a world of noise, this was a whisper I needed.
Adrian Nor –
My favorite thing is how quiet it feels.
Fazira Khoo –
Slowly becomes part of your routine.
Oscar Seow –
I thought I’d skim. I didn’t.
Umar Fadzil –
Less about advice, more about attention.
Lydia Sim –
A deep breath in paper form.
Thinesh Chee –
Written for people who value depth.
Hannah Khalid –
The first chapter made me put my phone down.
Yasmin Farid –
It let me notice my own thoughts again.