One of the main reasons I chose self-employment was to prioritise my health, giving me the time and focus to take better care of myself.

In Chapter 2 of my book No More Bosses, I share stories of people I know who went through extremely tough times due to work stress:

• A Global HR Director working 20 hours a day across Singapore and the USA, which triggered an asthma relapse she hadn’t experienced since childhood.

• A data scientist hospitalized for a month after juggling too many responsibilities in the office.

• A senior executive who developed Parkinson's-like symptoms from the relentless pressure of trying to manage an impossible work situation.

For me, it happened twice: once towards the end of my recruitment business, when the stress from shareholders and business demands took a toll on me, and again when I was running an outplacement office, chasing an unachievable target.

Over-smoking, over-drinking, and waking up in a cold sweat became a typical Tuesday for me.

Fortunately, these experiences hit me when I was younger and more resilient. I can’t imagine the irreversible damage if they were to happen now.

With that realisation, I embarked on my journey to "reverse aging"—both biologically and physically.

The first step was eliminating work stress, which for me came from toxic cultures, endless bureaucracy, and unrealistic expectations. Self-employment solved all that by giving me control over who I work with and who I don't.

But that’s just one piece of the puzzle.

There are other aspects that matter, whether you're self-employed or in a corporate job: supplements, exercise, and skincare.

Let’s start with supplements.

Supplements

My attention to supplements began after reading Lifespan - Why We Die and Why We Don’t Have To, a book that treats aging like a disease and suggests ways to combat it.

Although most of the book was theoretical, the actionable insights came in the form of supplement recommendations. That’s where I learned about NMN and resveratrol.

(Quick disclaimer: I'm not a doctor, and nothing here is medical advice. This is purely informational.)

I also took a DNA test from Circle DNA during a 50% promotion, which helped me identify dietary deficiencies based on my genetics.

However, I wanted something more precise—so I turned to Mito Health for blood and stool tests.

Based on the results, they recommended interventions for my slightly elevated cholesterol levels.

After extensive research and experimentations, I arrived at my current supplement stack: (most of these are affiliate links)

I’ve verified these products and brands to ensure they’re reputable.

You might notice I’m talking about supplements and not diet—because, frankly, diet is one of my weaknesses. Living in Singapore, a food paradise, doesn’t make it easy.

While I try to eat clean, I won’t say no to satay or kway chap when they’re on offer. After all, life should have its indulgences!

I hope this inspires you to look into your own dietary deficiencies and explore what supplements might work for you.

See you in the next sections wher I will cover exercise and skincare.

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