How To Deal With A Sudden Loss
Surprise! My email inbox: 0 new messages.Weird. You see this has never happened to me before as I am used to getting my client confirmations, inquiries, brand collaborations, invitations and a whole lot more flood my email on a daily basis. And yes, including my online shopping bill. Haha! So I was taken aback when […]
Read MoreLive With Pride
It was a very colorful event, so to speak.Both literally and figuratively if I may say. So I just came back from my stint as a keynote speaker in the Sorsogon Pride Summit (thank you to the Provincial Government of Sorsogon for having me), as part of the celebration of the 2024 Kasanggayahan Festival . […]
Read MoreWhy It’s Important To Say Sorry
Sorry seems to be the hardest word. As the song by Elton John goes. So true at times. Most especially if you’re coming from a space of hurt and heightened emotions. Asking for forgiveness isn’t exactly a walk in the park. You have to deal with a lot of emotions, take in a lot of […]
Read MoreImperfectly Fine: Why It’s Ok Not To Have It All
You can’t have it all.Otherwise, you’ll be perfect. And that’s not possible. Because nobody is. And yes, that’s pretty much ok. Hey, don’t get me wrong: you can always aspire for more. No one is stopping you from dreaming bigger or achieving more. You deserve that. What I am trying to say is that it’s […]
Read More5 Things You Shouldn’t Be Ashamed Of
Life doesn’t have to be perfect for it to be beautiful and worth sharing.I hope this hits home hard. Seriously. Having a highly curated life on social media does not exactly equate to enjoying life as is, in general. But come to think of it: why do people tend to hide the other (note my […]
Read More5 Things You Need To Know Now
Do you believe in serendipity?I do. And you seeing this is no accident. I have always believed that everything happens for a reason. Good or bad, each particular event in our lives is meant to shape us moving forward through key realizations and timely lessons. And for some reasons, as rain pours down heavily outside […]
Read MoreHow To Win People Back
It’s unfortunate at times that we lose people along the way as we journey through life.Whether we like it or not, certain circumstances prevent us from keeping everyone onboard all through out. Yep, not everyone can be part of your #bestmeever journey till the end. And that’s perfectly ok. Know that no matter how short […]
Read MoreHow Not To Be Taken For Granted
It takes two to tango. It has to be give and take. Always.Heard those time and again when it comes to relationships. And I truly agree. I mean I have always been an advocate of healthy relationships that are grounded on love, trust and respect. Those are vital ingredients that help every person involved in […]
Read MoreThe Power Of Yet
Not yet.One of the most disheartening phrases to hear when you have a lot of expectations. On yourself and on others. Can you relate? Oftentimes we associate the word “yet” with delays and detours. And everything else that is not fully in alignment with our plans. That leads us to think that anything with the […]
Read More5 Life Lessons Hard Times Teach You
Good or bad, each and every experience teaches you the lessons you need in life.One of my favorite things to say during interviews and talks. Because it just rings so true, in so many ways. I know though for a fact that it’s easier to absorb and learn lessons through good times, but the bigger […]
Read More5 Things You Can Do Now
Not yet. Maybe later. Someday.How many times have you said these familiar phrases to yourself? I want you to take this time first to reflect: when do you say these to yourself? When you want to change careers? Have dinner? Say sorry? Pamper yourself? And the list goes on I am so sure. But come […]
Read More5 Questions To Ask Yourself To Know If You’re In The Right Job
Fact: Work is not life. But that doesn’t mean you have to take whatever job you have just to pay the bills. With the exception of those undergoing much financial stress and left with no option, of course. I mean seriously, how do you find the job you have now? I want you guys to […]
Read MoreHow To Be Vulnerable
“You’re so brave.”“I wish I had your confidence.”“I can’t do that.” Believe me, I lost count of the number of times I have heard these from those who watched me online, on-air or on-site after giving my talk, doing an interview or sharing bits and pieces about myself during workshops. It didn’t take me long […]
Read More5 Things You Should Not Tolerate
You’re not helping the other person when you tolerate bad behavior.There I said it. I know I might get raised eyebrows by claiming that but hey, I stand by for what I think and feel is right. I have always believed that each one of us is responsible for our actions no matter how we […]
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