The Financial Gym sets its members up with personal trainers and clearly defines plans to get their relationship with money back on track. In the wake of the pandemic, its approach is more relevant than ever.

How are young people balancing their bleak world-view with a distinct sense of humour? Why do values-led Zers sometimes shop unethically? What steps are they taking to safeguard their increased usage of tech? And how will their attitudes to health be shaped by COVID-19?

From redundancies to unstable incomes, many people are dealing with financial difficulties as a result of the pandemic. Helping people cope with financial change and get by in turbulent times are financial therapists – a nascent field of counselling aimed squarely at addressing money worries.

Many Singaporeans are feeling less secure about relying on family advice when it comes to making big decisions about money. Instead, they’re putting their trust in financial professionals, signalling a move towards expertise in the wake of financial uncertainty brought on by the pandemic.