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Chew Chor Meng is OK!
Channel NewsAsia - Friday, December 26
MediaCorp actor Chew Chor Meng takes the first exclusive television interview since news of his disease came to light. He says he is fine and is not afraid of the future. Instead of wasting time on an unsolvable problem, he would rather face adversities with optimism and thank supporters for their concern.
The bubbly and cheerful Chew has been diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy in September. At that time, he was still filming "Love Blossoms 2". In face of the inner emotions and confusions brought about by the truth about his health, and the responsibility and professionalism towards his work, it was a tough period for Chew. Yet, the illness actually brought light to his life.
"In the past, many people say that Chor Meng is hostile or that I'm overly obsessive about work. Now I feel more positive and happier, and I'm grateful and tolerant of more things. Especially after going through this episode in life, through my religion, I find happiness and peace within. I'm able to carry on with life with a positive outlook. That's very important," he said.
Though discomforts in his limps have caused inconvenience in movements, it has also brought out the tenacious spirit in him.
"I can still walk now, just that I'm a bit slow and I can't run. But there's no point in dwelling over the fact that I cannot run now. If I can't run, I'll walk. I'll walk till the day I can't then I'll think of other solutions. I think it's pointless to think about it now. I have great confidence that the next time I take your interview, I'd have recovered," Chew tells reporter from MediaCorp Channel 8 News.
Chew expressed his gratefulness to members on Facebook who have initiated the synchronized fasting and prayers, but he hopes that people can stop worrying about him.
"I have no idea what will happen in the next five, seven or 10 years, and I'm not thinking about it nor worry, or be afraid of it. There are naturally things to worry about for tomorrow; I'll take things within my stride. I can still walk now, just that my movements are slower, but at the very least, I can still drive and send my children to and fro school, I can still work and act. I feel contented and blessed now."
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