Monthly Archives: April 2014

AGE IS ONLY A NUMBER: A WHIMSICAL LOOK AT 10 MYTHS ABOUT MATURE GAY MEN

Posted on April 27, 2014 by octobermansg

The gay community in Singapore like the larger Singaporean society is obsessed with youth.  While Singapore believes that only the youth with its energy can lead to survival on the international scene, which is not only unfair, it is not … Continue reading →

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Sauna and Me: Why the Sauna Is Good For Single Gay Men

Posted on April 20, 2014 by octobermansg

Editor’s Advisory:   Do not read this article if you are below 18 years of age or if you are uncomfortable reading about sexual practices.  Editor’s Note While this article doesn’t represent the views of the October Man Diaries, it … Continue reading →

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I LOST 2 KILOS

Posted on April 13, 2014 by octobermansg

I lost 2 kilos. May not seem much to you but to me it was quite a feat.  I had been trying to lose weight partly because of vanity but partly also because of my doctor’s advice.  Blood pressure going … Continue reading →

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MINDFULNESS by Lawrence Goh

Posted on April 5, 2014 by octobermansg

Lawrence Goh Lawrence practices mindfulness in the Plum Village tradition of Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh. He found his vocation in counselling work after 12 years in the IT sector and is currently a volunteer counsellor with Oogachaga. Having benefited … Continue reading →

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