Feeling overwhelmed? It’s OK! We all experience these moments – whether it’s pressure of work, school, family or social commitments. It’s important to be kind to yourself and take some time to relax.

The Calm Corners in Cheng San-Seletar provide soothing spaces where you can pause, breathe and connect with your neighbours. Situated at void decks, these areas feature beautiful murals painted by local artists and students, adding a vibrant touch of creativity to the neighbourhood.

The mural at the Calm Corner of Blk 524 Ang Mo Kio Ave 5 was created by a group of passionate students.

Ms Nadia Ahmad Samdin, MP for Ang Mo Kio GRC who initiated the idea of creating Calm Corners, shared in a Facebook video: “We wanted to encourage residents to come out of their homes, prevent social isolation, create stronger community bonds and remind people that they’re not alone.”

During the COVID-19 pandemic, she observed that many in the community, especially seniors, were struggling in silence and felt that mental health was still a taboo topic. In response, she launched the first Calm Corner at Blk 438 Ang Mo Kio Ave 3 in 2022, providing a space for residents to enjoy the breeze, chat with neighbours and foster social connections.

Ms Nadia Ahmad Samdin (right) with artist Camyzuly and a young resident at the first Calm Corner launched in 2022. (Photo: Ms Nadia Ahmad Samdin’s Facebook)

Resident Ms Ruzaidah Rasid, 37, enjoys the mural of dolphins swimming in the ocean at Blk 423 Ang Mo Kio Ave 3. “Looking at the mural helps me relax after a hard day's work and temporarily forget about the problems I face at work,” she said. She also likes to visit the Calm Corner on her days off to have some quiet moments to herself.

Calm Corner at Blk 423 Ang Mo Kio Ave 3 features a mural of dolphins.

In addition to the murals, each Calm Corner is equipped with a list of helplines for those in need of a listening ear. Resident Ms Olivia Sek, 21, said: “The Calm Corner not only lifts spirits but also offers support for mental well-being. It’s reassuring to know that if I ever need someone to talk to, I have options right here.”

A list of helplines is available at each Calm Corner to support those in need.

To date, there are five Calm Corners located at Blks 423, 438 and 573 Ang Mo Kio Ave 3, Blk 524 Ang Mo Kio Ave 5 and Blk 511 Ang Mo Kio Ave 8. Residents at Blks 546 and 557 Ang Mo Kio Ave 10 can also look forward to having these tranquil spaces at their void decks.

[Chinese]

在静山—实里达，一些组屋底层设有“静心角落”（Calm Corners），为居民提供放松心情、与邻居互动的舒适空间。除了由本地艺术家和学生精心绘制的美丽壁画，这些角落还备有求助热线，为需要倾诉的居民提供支持与慰藉。

[Malay]

Sudut Ketenangan di Cheng San-Seletar memaparkan mural yang dilukis artis dan pelajar tempatan, menyediakan ruang di mana penduduk boleh berehat dan berhubung dengan jiran.

[Tamil]

செங் சான்–சிலேத்தாரில் உள்ள அமைதிக் கூடங்களில் (Care Corners), உள்ளூர் ஓவியர்களும் மாணவர்களும் வரைந்த சுவரோவியங்கள் காட்சியளிக்கின்றன. அந்த ஓவியங்களை ரசித்தபடியே, குடியிருப்பாளர்கள் அண்டைவீட்டாருடன் ஓய்வாக இளைப்பாறலாம்.