5 Special Gifts You Can Give This Christmas
It’s better to give than to receive.One of the most popular quotes I grew up with. Mind you, it applies to life in general. And not just during the holidays. Admittedly though, however, planning what to give people this Christmas can be so stressful at times. A lot of things to consider: the likes of […]
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The Value Of 8 Minutes
Time is gold.I think that is one of the most famous quotes I grew up with. However admittedly, back then when I was younger, I used to appreciate it on a superficial note. As a mere answer to an autograph book question or to have something “profound” posted on my wall. Through the years though, […]
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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 […]
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How To Be Kinder To Yourself
“You deserve to give yourself the kind of love and understanding you willingly give to others.”One of my favorite reminders, actually. Let’s face it: oftentimes we forget ourselves in the process of wanting to please others too much. In the end though, we realize that seeing the smiles on the faces of other people can’t […]
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How To Understand Things Better
You can only accept things which you fully understand.This has always been one of my favorite things to tell my coaching clients. So true, don’t you think. I am basically coming from a premise that humans oftentimes, if not always, resist what is unfamiliar. That is the very reason why change can be so scary […]
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When Size Does Not Matter
Bigger is not always better.There I said it.But it’s quite true. This stemmed from my recent experience eating in a buffet in Novotel. For Sunday lunch, the food spread was huge and the variety was quite impressive, given the presence of some uncommon seafood for grilling (think Curacha, and no, not the 90s movie, among […]
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Live 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 . […]
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How To Recover From Ghosting
I’ve been ghosted.Yup, time and again. Even before Halloween. Scary thought huh? But coming from vulnerability, it’s quite real. Ok, for those who are not yet familiar with the term, ghosting is the term used when people suddenly disappear in your life without any advise, cutting all communication in the process. Harsh. Tell me about […]
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Why 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 […]
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What “And Then” Teaches Us
Fact: people will always remember not what you’ve done in the past, but rather the one thing (or things) that you have done at present. I guess that’s where seeing is believing comes in. And that is where judgement resides too. Have you ever experienced being crucified (hopefully not literally though) by those around you […]
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Imperfectly 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 […]
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5 Things You Should Not Be Afraid Of
Being brave can take you further in life.So true, don’t you think? Think about this: how many times have your fears stopped you from becoming your own #bestmeever ? Hey, don’t start beating yourself up now because that isn’t exactly the solution to overcome whatever hurdles you may have now. Remember: loving yourself is actually […]
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5 Ways To Turn Obligations To Inspiration
I always say this to people who are forcing themselves in certain situations:Don’t come from obligation. Come from inspiration. Makes sense right? I mean who wants to be merely forced to do things just because it’s their duty or that responsibility was bestowed upon them? Whether it’s about being the eldest in the family to […]
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5 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 […]
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5 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 […]
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How 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 […]
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5 Times You Should Not Give Up
Never say die.How many times have you heard this in your life time? Whether someone told you this or you have made this your own mantra, it still serves the same purpose: To remind you to never give up. I know, easier said than done. I mean admittedly, life isn’t exactly perfect at all times. […]
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How 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 […]
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The 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 […]
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5 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 […]
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5 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 […]
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5 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 […]
Read More5 Ways To Ask For Forgiveness
As the song goes, sorry seems to be the hardest word. And I am so sure, we can all relate to this. Mind you, this goes both ways. What I mean is that: accepting forgiveness isn’t exactly a walk in the park. At times, I even think, based on experience, it’s even harder than asking […]
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5 Things That Affect Your Credibility Negatively
Credibility. Integrity. Authenticity.Three core values that I keep closest to my heart. Seriously though. On a personal note, words can’t express the importance of these three when it comes to one’s personal and professional life, so to speak. Time and again, I have proven to myself that by being able to uphold my own core […]
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5 Regrets In Life You Should Avoid Having At All Costs
We only live once.Therefore it’s very important to live life fully. Amen. I truly believe in this. You see, through the years, I have seen and experienced losing people close to my heart, albeit too sudden at times, due to sickness or unfortunate events. Trust me, not an easy space to be in, whether you’re […]
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5 Negative Thoughts You Should Not Entertain
Your thoughts become your reality.Fact. And that goes both ways. What I mean is that whatever you focus on, it becomes your reality, good or bad. That’s how powerful your mind is. Good if you utilize its strength into harnessing your own potential and pushing yourself forward as you become your own #bestmeever . However, […]
Read MoreWhy You Have To Celebrate Yourself
Good news are meant to be shared.And that includes your own. Yup, you and your success also deserve to be recognized. Feel uncomfortable about it? Take this time to assess why sharing your wins with others as you celebrate yourself and your success, makes you cringe or hold back in the process. Is it the […]
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How To Make Better Decisions In Life
Quick question: what’s one decision you regret making in your life?Oops, I think I hit a nerve there. Ok, before you palpitate too much, know that you’re not alone. I mean one way or another, as we age, we realize that not all the decisions we made in our lives worked for us. So stop […]
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Keep Living
Keep living.This quote from the movie “A Man Called Otto” really touched my heart in a different way. Ok so if you haven’t seen this life changing film yet starring Tom Hanks, then this is your sign to finally do so. It’s basically a film about moving on and forward after a traumatic event. I […]
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5 Things You Should Not Be Ashamed Of
Never hide. – Rayban One of the most memorable advertising campaigns I have ever worked on when I was still doing marketing and advertising for a living. Who would have known years later, the said tagline will still ring true? If you have been following me on social media or watching me go on-air for […]
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How To Build Mental Toughness
When the going gets tough, the tough gets going.So how many times have you heard this popular saying? In my case, I lost count. Seriously. Simply because, it’s one thing I tell myself regularly when faced with uncertainty and challenging times. Part of my own set of affirmations, you may say. Come to think of […]
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