Loudmouth contractor Phua Chu Kang may be the most unlikely example of a model husband and father. But ironically, Gurmit Singh, who plays the character on the sitcom of the same name, is a devoted family man.
Despite his fame and popularity, Gurmit remains refreshingly down-to-earth when it comes to talking about his relationships with wife, Melissa, whom he has been married to for 10 years, and their two children, Gabrielle, eight, and Elliot, four."Both of us are very family-oriented, and we both work at keeping close relationships between the children and ourselves,” he says. All the money and wealth in the world wouldn’t mean anything without your loved ones by your side."
Work Discipline
As one of the leading artistes on Caldecott Hill, Gurmit is one busy man. Best known as the iconic ah beng contractor in PCK Pte Ltd, he’s now preparing for PCK The Musical, which will be staged at the Singapore Indoor Stadium from 10-20 June. On top of that, the Singapore Idol host is filming an English TV drama slated for telecast at the end of the year.
Despite working 12-hour days, six days a week, Gurmit makes it a point to spend as much time as he can at home. Sundays for example, are reserved solely for his family. They go to church, and spend the rest of the day just hanging out and being together.
"It doesn’t matter how much you pay me. I never work on Sundays. Some people say I’m stupid because there’s a lot of money to be made, and I may be missing out on sponsorships and such, but I cannot compromise my family time," he says.
The Friendly Parent
Gurmit doesn't like his kids to see him as an authoritative figure. Instead, he wants to be treated as their friend and playmate.
Both Gabrielle and Elliot are prone to dragging their father into pillow fights and wrestling competitions. Sometimes, they play silly water games in the bathroom, and clown around by head-butting each other in the behind.
He explains, "I try to be a friendly father. I want them to see me first and foremost as a friend, someone they can talk to and approach in their time of need. I spend time with them doing fun things like making balloon sculptures, or just reading to them."
But it's not all play at the Singh household. His children realise it is time to stop playing when their father becomes stern, changes his tone and raises his voice. Even so, however angry he’s become, he has never once laid hands on his children.
"These hands are for loving, not for hitting. It is better to explain why his actions were wrong so he can think for himself and behave sensibly even without being told," he says.
Just be happy
The greatest hope that he has for his children is not for them to become successful lawyers, doctors, or prominent businessmen. Instead, his biggest wish is a lot simpler.
"All I want is for them is to be happy. They could have all the Cs, but if they don’t know the meaning of happiness, what is the point? Success is about being happy and being able to appreciate the small things in life."
Gurmit and his wife also try to teach their kids is the value of delayed gratification. For example, every time Gabrielle or Elliot want to buy a new toy or hanker to go on a trip abroad, Gurmit takes the opportunity to remind them to save.
"Kids have a huge capacity for learning, especially during these formative years. What they learn now is all the more important because it will make the biggest impact on them during their adult years," shares Gurmit.
Article from Family.sg/ My Family
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In the article "Gurmit's Simple Life," Gurmit Singh emphasizes the importance of family time, values, and balance, especially amidst his busy career. This idea of maintaining balance and health in life is very relevant when discussing breathing problems in cats as it highlights the importance of ensuring that our pets, like cats, also receive proper attention and care to maintain their health. Just as Gurmit prioritizes family time for overall well-being, pet owners must prioritize their cats' health, including monitoring for potential breathing issues.
Breathing problems in cats can be a sign of underlying health conditions, and much like the importance of spending time with loved ones to support emotional health, timely medical attention for pets can be crucial for their physical well-being. By being attentive to our pets' needs—whether through quality time or health checks like monitoring their breathing—we can ensure they live happy, healthy lives. Just as Gurmit's goal for his children is happiness, the goal for every pet owner should be to ensure the well-being of their animals by addressing issues such as breathing problems in cats when they arise.
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