Venus, the owner of A-ikigai thrift store in Bugis, recently took to TikTok to share her concerns about a troubling incident that occurred at her store on November 5th.
The Incident at A-ikigai Thrift Store
In the video, Venus explained that she had encountered a group of 30 individuals with disruptive behavior in her store. This incident led to a significant disruption in her business operations.
Venus’s video showed a crowded store filled with young people. She voiced her concerns, hinting that this could be considered an illegal gathering. Most store owners would welcome a busy shop, but Venus’s experience was far from ideal.
The group’s behavior was described as “loud and obnoxious,” and their presence created an uncomfortable atmosphere for other customers.
Disruptive Behavior and Consequences
The disruptive group not only made a commotion but also blocked the store’s entrance. They even chased away legitimate customers, which was damaging to Venus’s business. Two individuals were singled out by Venus as being especially troublesome.
Fed up with the chaos, Venus was forced to take action by kicking the disruptive youngsters out of her store. This decision wasn’t met with enthusiasm from the group, but Venus prioritized maintaining a peaceful and welcoming environment in her store.
Venus’s Response and Action
Venus emphasized that she cherishes interacting with her customers but draws the line at tolerating public nuisance. She firmly stated that A-ikigai is a sustainable store, not a school canteen or a zoo.
Venus’s TikTok post quickly gained traction. Her actions in response to the incident resonated with many, and the incident highlighted the importance of respecting the space and efforts of small business owners.
In another TikTok video on Sunday (5 Nov), Venus sought to clarify some aspects of the incident.
She emphasized that the figure of 30 disruptive individuals was not an exaggeration. Their actions had a significant impact on her business and caused distress to her and her customers. Venus, an ordinary individual and a mother, is passionate about offering a space for secondhand and handmade goods, and sh
Source: @aikigai on TikTok