After a month of not writing any posts, I decided to summarize my realizations lately. Grabe. Ang daming nangyari. I could only look back and try to write what comes into my mind now. I've written here what I need to remember. Ayokong kalimutan talaga, dahil very personal ito sa akin. Here are some of … Continue reading Life Lessons Lately
Category: LIFE LESSONS
You need to rest, really.
This is my third post for this month! Yey! Usually, it takes me months to post a blog. I am grateful with the gift of time. Life update! I am currently (technically) unemployed because I focused on freelancing. I now have the luxury of time to do the things I really love. This includes writing. … Continue reading You need to rest, really.
God is working in your waiting.
What do you do when you wait? I've observed some people in the bank while waiting for my turn. Some people, while they're waiting for their turn, they check on their phones. Some people talk to the person next to them. Some people just simply look at the counter and the teller as if, they're … Continue reading God is working in your waiting.
Silence makes you stronger.
Silence does not make you less person. It makes you stronger, and better. According to Lao Tzu, it is a source of great strength. I used to think that silence is boring, that silence is actually a waste of time. As a youth leader, I am used to joining lots of gatherings. Our weekends were … Continue reading Silence makes you stronger.
It doesn’t have to be grand.
When I was younger, I used to believe that people should always be successful. I should always do my best and produce favorable outcomes. However, as I grow older, I've realized that my priorities are changing (yes, progressive tense). I graduated grade school and high school with flying colors. When I was in college, I … Continue reading It doesn’t have to be grand.
To walk slowly
The phrase 慢走 (man zou) in Chinese literally means walk slow. This is one of the many ways they say goodbye or part ways. Man zou is one way of reminding people to be careful in their journey. This also means to take time and enjoy the things they see along the way. When I … Continue reading To walk slowly
It’s the little things that matter.
Life lately has been so challenging to the point that no matter how hopeful I am, I still feel disappointed about the things happening in the country. Upcoming elections. Politicians and their ads on TV and on different social media platforms. All of these during pandemic. Aside from that, I've seen a lot of people … Continue reading It’s the little things that matter.
My thoughts after self-publishing my book
Paghilom Book is live on Shopee! As of this writing, I have signed and written personal dedication on 103 books. 103 orders is definitely unexpected. When I planned about this self-publishing thing, I only estimated about 50 orders. But, I've received more than 100 orders here! Unexpected. Photo taken by @anjnttms on Instagram. What are … Continue reading My thoughts after self-publishing my book
What 2020 has taught me
I really find it hard to write a yearend essay for 2020. Since the quarantine has started, I spent most of my time at home. I work from home, I stare from my home, and I even accomplish my hobbies (which I usually do at the coffee shops) at home. But if there are important … Continue reading What 2020 has taught me
Third Space
Have you heard of the term third space? When you go out of your house, you bring your own baggage. Then, as you proceed with your journey, you carry that baggage with you. Once you meet and interact people, you'd know they too have their own baggage. Now, when you entertain someone, you are slowly … Continue reading Third Space