The World Of Tzu Chi March 2025 (Vol.153)

2025 • 03 22 a few missing teeth, adding a touch of childlike innocence. Over the years, Sister Chin and Suet Ngoh have developed a close bond. When asked why she chooses to keep herself very busy instead of enjoying a leisurely retirement, Sister Chin often responds, “I just do whatever Suet Ngoh tells me to!” To this, Suet Ngoh always simply smiles; after all, they have long regarded each other as family. She shared, “Some volunteers have noticed that Sister Chin’s hunchback has improved, likely due to the physical activity she gets from her recycling work.” “Inspiring compassion is one of the trainings for Tzu Chi volunteers, where we learn to subdue our ego while going around to evoke kindness and raise donations. The purpose is not only to help those in need, but more importantly, to bring forth the compassion within us.” When Sister Chin heard this sharing from Suet Ngoh, she immediately began recruiting. With her extensive network from recycling activities, she soon recruited many kind-hearted residents in her neighbourhood. “She now manages over 70 donors,” Suet Ngoh informed. “Every month, she passes the donations on time and with complete accuracy, for me to submit to Tzu Chi office through an online platform. It’s truly impressive.” When asked how she solicits donations, Sister Chin answered right away, “Tzu Chi needs a lot of money to help the poor. Have you donated?” Her forthrightness is both amusing and refreshingly frank. Learning diligently, blossoming slowly In April 2024, Tzu Chi KL & Selangor Teh Suet Ngoh (right) is full of praise for Sister Chin, who always submits the donations she has collected on time and accurately. [Photo by Yong Kar Chew]