Trust issues are the biggest test - Ernie Zakri

Malaysian singer Ernie Zakri, who has navigated the music industry for 15 years, identifies trust issues as the most profound challenge she has faced. Her inherently honest and affectionate nature has, at times, led to her being taken advantage of by individuals with ulterior motives.

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The hardest thing for me throughout my time in this industry has actually been from the perspective of trust. I am personally someone who loves others very easily, and when I start to trust, I will fully cherish that relationship.

"The hardest thing for me throughout my time in this industry has actually been from the perspective of trust. I am personally someone who loves others very easily, and when I start to trust, I will fully cherish that relationship," Zakri shared. Recent experiences have taught her a valuable lesson: to be more cautious and not to trust blindly, as even those closest to her have sometimes manipulated situations. "However, from recent events, it has actually taught me not to trust easily because the people closest to you sometimes like to manipulate situations. This is not a regret, but rather the most valuable life lesson for my maturity," she told Pancaindera.

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However, from recent events, it has actually taught me not to trust easily because the people closest to you sometimes like to manipulate situations. This is not a regret, but rather the most valuable life lesson for my maturity.

Zakri is actively working to shield herself from the "toxic" elements of the industry. She now consciously builds boundaries, carefully selecting who she allows into her inner circle to preserve her mental peace. She acknowledges that in life, individuals can sometimes play negative roles in others' stories, and rather than harboring resentment, she chooses to distance herself from unhealthy cycles for the sake of her mental health.

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I know that in life, perhaps I have also played the role of a villain in other people's life stories, and vice versa. So, instead of continuing to hold a grudge, it is better for me to step back for my mental health.

As a mother, Zakri is particularly mindful of not bringing negative energy home, concerned it might affect her child, Khawla Soleha. She recalled times when negative external influences impacted her demeanor at home, prompting her to learn how to actively dispel bad feelings. This commitment to her well-being led her to take a seven-month break, during which she focused on finding inspiration and strategizing for her next musical projects. This period of reflection culminated in her latest single, "Tak Berlagu," which is also the official soundtrack for the local horror film "Khadam."

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As a mother, I absolutely do not want to bring negative energy home because I am worried it will seep into my child's soul, Khawla Soleha. I used to bring negative energy from outside and become quiet at home, so now I am learning to dispel bad feelings.