Join the Water Monkey Group: For Self-Development and Political Change in Singapore
The Water Monkey Group is dedicated to reducing the suffering of Singaporeans, through self-development and political activism.
Right now, the authoritarian political system of the PAP dictatorship has turned Singaporeans into slaves. Where most Singaporeans are stuck in miserable schools and work, due to the fear of not being able to afford the high cost of living. Where the government squanders money on a useless military, and the rich get away with low taxes, while Singaporeans struggle with the high cost of food, healthcare and housing.
But political transformation can’t happen without moral transformation. People start creating positive political change, only when they become courageous, compassionate and want to reduce the suffering of others. That’s why our group also focuses on self-development, developing positive values and habits to make people more loving, truthful and brave in their daily lives.
We strive to transform Singapore, to create a compassionate Government, that prioritises reducing suffering over gaining power. We want to eliminate poverty, and for all Singaporeans to be like water monkeys, free, happy, adaptable, loving, and to unlock their full potential. If you believe in our vision, join us. All activities and membership is completely free. You don’t need any prior experience in anything to join.
About the Group
The 2 areas the Water Monkey Group is focused on is self-development and political activism.
Self Development
Self-development consists of both understanding the values on how best to lead life, as well as taking specific actions to cultivate those values daily.
We think the greatest philosophy on how to lead life, comes from religion. So most of our values are borrowed from the 5 most common religions practiced in Singapore: Buddhism, Christianity, Islam, Taoism and Hinduism. Teachings like: loving your enemy, prioritising reducing the suffering of others, and fighting for truth even when it creates distress. But of course, you don’t have to claim you’re part of any religion to appreciate these teachings.
Then there’s developing good habits, these are actions that are typically taught in great self-help books. They are personal skills, like meditation, exercise, diet, sufficient rest, sleep etc. Developing the emotional resilience to be calm under pressure, or fearless when doing anything. And social skills, like how to handle conflict, listening, and communicating effectively.
Political Activism
We mostly hold far-left political opinions. Our political views and methods will be similar to the 2 greatest political activists in history: Gandhi and Martin Luther King. But of course, you don’t need to agree with all our political opinions to join.
We want to prioritise political topics that are most important, that affect the most people in Singapore. Topics such as: reducing cost of living by increasing taxes to the rich, removing national service, education reform, worker’s rights and freedom of expression. That’s because the more popular and important the topic, the more people will work on a political campaign and protest, the more likely a politician will run on those issues, get elected, and change the laws.
Also, we are focused less on electoral politics (trying to get people to run for elections and get into government), and more so on community organising, as in working with and influencing ordinary Singaporeans to adopt our political views. That’s because a politician does not implement policies, until it becomes popular with the public to do so. Political change happens less from politicians and people in power, and more so because most of the Singaporean public started demanding there be change.
Activities
So for both self development and political activism, there are typical activities members can participate in. Like: one-on-one conversations, weekly discussion groups, creating content, recruitment, research, mentoring. Basically as a member, you’re either improving yourself by gaining political knowledge and self development, or spreading that wisdom to other people, or both. For political activism, once there’s enough committed members on certain issues, we hope to eventually set up campaigns and publicly protest nonviolently.
Values
Most importantly, the types of people we want in this group are not simply people with the same political opinions. We want people who are compassionate, who are doing this not out of hatred against the government, but because they want to reduce the suffering of Singaporeans. To be respectful, humble and open-minded when dealing with different opinions and people. And to be courageous in speaking up for truth and justice for the mistreated.
If You're Interested to Join The Group....
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Optional: If you haven’t already seen many of Amos Yee’s content on politics and self-improvement, we recommend you take a look at these writings and videos collecting our most essential ideas, to better understand our politics, values and methods. Go to Important Posts for A Compassionate Singapore
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As you read this, if you have any questions about the group that will help you decide whether you want to participate or not, feel free to ask any questions you have by emailing: amosyeeishere@gmail.com
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Once again, you don't require any prior experience in anything to join. Simply answer the questions below, and based on your interests, skills and how much time you have, we'll reply back and discuss with you how best you can contribute to the group.
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