After Surviving Three Brain Surgeries, Terence Neo Finds New Meaning in Life and the Importance of Pre-Planning

For Terence Neo, life took an unexpected and life-changing turn when he underwent three brain surgeries within just four months. What began as a medical emergency quickly turned into a series of major operations, resulting in a total of one month in hospital. His third surgery, caused by a bacterial infection, required daily hospital visits for six weeks of antibiotic treatment.

Despite the immense physical and emotional challenges, Terence emerged stronger — with a renewed outlook on life and a deeper appreciation for preparedness.

“This experience made me realise that accidents and death can happen anytime, regardless of age,” he shared. “It opened my eyes to how important it is to be prepared for life’s uncertainties.”

Having no children, Terence decided to take proactive steps to ease any future burden on his loved ones. He made comprehensive pre-planning arrangements with Nirvana Singapore, ensuring that every aspect — from funeral services to niche placement and ancestral tablet — is fully arranged and paid for.

“I told my nephew and niece that if anything happens to me, just call Nirvana,” said Terence. “It’s a one-stop service, and they won’t have to worry about any payments or making difficult decisions during a tough time.”

Nirvana’s one-stop bereavement service caters to all religions, including Christianity, Catholicism, Buddhism, Taoism, and free-thinkers. Families are guided through every step — from funeral coordination and memorial niches to ancestral tablets — ensuring every arrangement is handled with professionalism, compassion, and respect for individual beliefs.

For funeral services, Nirvana only engages female team members to handle the bodies — especially the female ones. This is their final journey, and Nirvana ensures they are treated with respect and dignity as they leave this world.

While his medical ordeal could have easily led to despair, Terence chose to focus on gratitude and resilience.

“Although so many unfortunate events happened, I’m thankful that I survived,” he reflected. “I’m truly blessed and fortunate compared to many people in the world.”

Terence’s story is a powerful reminder that life is fragile yet precious — and that pre-planning provides peace of mind not only for oneself but also for loved ones. Through his experience, he hopes to inspire others to cherish every day and prepare for the future with clarity and care.

About Nirvana Singapore

Nirvana Singapore is a leading provider of comprehensive bereavement care and memorial services, offering families peace of mind through compassionate guidance and professional pre-planning solutions. As part of Nirvana Asia Group, Nirvana Singapore upholds the highest standards of dignity, respect, and care in every service provided — regardless of religion or belief.

For more information, please contact:
Terence Neo +65 9765 6639