A TikTok video posted on 14 November by user @/matildefelicia has been gaining attention for its simple but powerful moment: a 60-year-old Singapore taxi driver offering life advice to a young traveller.
Screengrab of @matildefelicia TikTok Video
The creator — who appears to be Norwegian based on her TikTok account — has been backpacking across Asia since 1 November, visiting Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand.
A Short Ride, A Big Life Lesson
In the TikTok video, captioned ‘life advice from a 60 years old taxi driver in Singapore’, the taxi uncle shares a message that resonated with many viewers.
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He tells her:
‘One thing is you have to build your mission in life. So you have to help as many people as possible or do something which impacts as many people as possible in a positive way. Then that gives you the drive to keep finding what you want in life.
Go and find your mission.’
Screengrab of @matildefelicia TikTok Video
The creator replies:
“Yeah, I hope I do.”
To which, the uncle reassuringly says,
‘You will, you will.’
Screengrab of @matildefelicia TikTok Video
The short conversation lasts only moments, but the sincerity in his tone struck a chord online.
Traveller’s Journey Through Asia
According to her social media updates, the user began her backpacking trip on 1 November. Her posts show stops in Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand so far. The viral video was published during her time in Singapore, where she captured this unexpected but meaningful encounter.
She even shared pictures from her Singapore trip to Instagram, captioned, ‘If Singapore is not on the list of places you want to visit, it’s time you added it.’
Viewers React To The Uncle’s Words
The comment section had people appreciating the uncle’s warmth and clarity:
“he said what he said!!! 🗣️🗣️🗣️”
“The amount of wisdom I’ve gained from drivers is so huge.”
“Aww, this is so touching. Dear taxi uncle giving great advice – so sincere!”
Many viewers said the message was simple but grounding — the kind of reminder that stays with you long after the ride ends.
A Small Moment With A Big Heart
A quiet conversation with someone who speaks from experience can move hearts from amongst the myriad content we consume daily. In a world that often feels rushed, small acts of sincerity like this taxi driver’s advice add a little more kindness to our days.
Encounters like his remind us that positivity can travel even from the backseat of a cab.
