As a young adult living in a bustling metropolis like Singapore, I often feel overwhelmed by the sheer number of people that surround me.
Being a university student, I don’t have the financial means to afford a car of my own, so I rely heavily on public transport, mainly MRT, to get around. And while public transport can be convenient, it can also be a nightmare.
Every morning, I squeeze onto the MRT train, surrounded by throngs of other commuters. It’s a crowded and uncomfortable experience that I dread every day.
I’m constantly pushed and jostled, and I never have enough space to move around on the MRT. I’m often forced to stand for the entire journey, unable to find a seat.
And even when I do manage to snag a seat on the MRT, it’s often filled with someone else’s belongings or a sleeping commuter.
The worst part is that I can’t escape this situation. Sure, I could take the bus or a taxi, but I can’t afford those options on a regular basis. Taking the MRT is my only option, and I’m stuck with it.
I’ve tried various things to make the experience more bearable. I’ve tried to get to the station earlier so that I can get on the train before it’s too crowded.
I’ve tried bringing a book or my phone so that I have something to do while I’m stuck standing. I’ve even tried to take alternative MRT routes that might be less crowded, but nothing has really worked.
The experience is so unpleasant that I often find myself wishing I had a car. I could drive to my destination without having to deal with the crowds.
I could choose my own route and make my own schedule. I could even get to work on time without having to rush to the MRT station.
But unfortunately, I’m not in a financial position to own a car. I’m a student living on a tight budget, and a car is a luxury that I simply can’t afford.
So every morning, I’m stuck squeezing onto the MRT train and wishing for a better way.