From dissecting stem cells to demystifying feng shui, successful female scientist Boon Yap writes about the all-encompassing traditional practice of Five Skills.
Think of a bio-medical research scientist, internationally successful business strategist, martial arts instructor and feng shui master. Itโs hard to find someone who fits all the above descriptions until you meet Ms Yap Hwee Boon. Even then, itโs hard to imagine her scrutinizing cells under a microscope, formulating business strategies, wielding a sword and checking directions with a luo pan (Chinese compass). After all, men have traditionally dominated these fields. Affectionately known as Boon Now an accredited feng shui instructor, she consults in feng shui around the world and conducts courses, alongside her international biomedical consultancy work.
Tradition Is A Conscious Act
Tradition is not memory. It is choice. It is stewardship. It is the quiet decision to honour what shaped you. And this year, I chose
