Canadian Woman Praises Malaysia’s Advanced Daily Life Systems
Canadian Woman Shocked by Malaysia’s Day-to-Day Convenience
WhatsApp as a life tool for introverts
Sana Saleh, a Canadian woman who relocated to Malaysia, has gone viral after sharing her thoughts on how much easier life is here compared to her home country. In her video, she revealed her surprise at how almost every service in Malaysia can be reached through WhatsApp.
As someone who identifies as an introvert, she said it’s incredible to be able to contact her banker, plumber, electrician, and even medical professionals without having to make a phone call. For her, it’s a life-changing convenience.
Fast Deliveries and Seamless Payments
Sana also praised the speed of delivery services in Malaysia. She was amazed that she could cook a meal for a friend and have it delivered to another city in a short time. Back in Canada, she said, grocery deliveries often take several hours.
One of her biggest highlights was the use of QR payments, which she said makes life much easier. She mentioned how she can use QR codes to pay for tolls, parking, or even for plumbers. In Canada and the United States, she noted, QR payments are not used in the same way and are far less common.
She also appreciated Malaysia’s parking system that uses the Touch ‘n Go card. She found it convenient to just tap in and out, with the system automatically tracking how long you park. In Canada, she said, you have to constantly run to the meter and pay with coins every few hours.
Bidets and Same-Day Medical Appointments
In a follow-up video, Sana expressed how grateful she was that bidets are common in Malaysian homes and public toilets. She found it difficult to adjust when she was back in Canada and had to live without one.
Perhaps one of her most impactful points was on medical access. Sana has some ongoing health issues, and in Canada, she usually had to wait six to eight months to see a specialist. In Malaysia, she can book an appointment through an app and see a doctor the very next day. She said this was a huge relief and added to the list of reasons why she enjoys living here.
Confusion Over Furnished Terms in Malaysia
Sana did point out one area that confused her — the local definition of “partially furnished.” In Malaysia, it often means an apartment without any furniture, lights, fans, air-conditioning, or a kitchen. Meanwhile, “fully furnished” typically just includes some basic furniture and appliances. She had to adjust her expectations accordingly.
Other Expats Agree: Malaysia Makes Life Easier
Many expats in the comments echoed Sana’s observations. One mother of a child with special needs shared how she initially thought France would be better, but it was far more difficult there to find suitable schools. In Malaysia, she easily found a school that catered to her child’s needs.
While many Malaysians thanked Sana for her fresh perspective, some jokingly warned her to stop promoting Malaysia too much. “Let them keep thinking we live on trees,” one commenter teased, referencing a stereotype often held by foreigners. They agreed that Malaysia’s relative peace and comfort should be preserved.
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