ABSTRACT
This chapter examines the impact of Singaporeans' value orientations on life satisfaction. It explores Singaporeans' major sources of satisfaction and dissatisfaction with the various aspects of living in Singapore with their views on the role of the government. No demographic factors affected Singaporeans' subjective social wellbeing in a statistically significant way, but e-orientation, volunteerism, conservatism and entrepreneurial spirit contributed positively. The lack of a significant impact of demographic factors on Singaporeans' subjective social wellbeing was also found in the 2001 survey. In assessing the impact of value orientations on Singaporeans' life satisfaction, we found that being female, single and better educated did not contribute to Singaporeans' subjective personal wellbeing, while being e-oriented, family oriented and eco-oriented contributed positively. Singaporeans who were more eco-oriented, willing to volunteer, conservative in outlook, and had entrepreneurial spirit were more likely to be satisfied with their subjective social wellbeing.
