Depressed? Stress? Anxious? Or even to the point of suicidal? Hey, life is real. I am not judging because I’ve been there, and I’ve learned ways to cope. The future of healing is possible. However, it is an adventure, and it is up to you if you want to take it. This is my Ten … Continue reading My Ten Ways to Heal a Broken Heart, Mind, and Soul
“How lucky I am to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard.” – Winnie the Pooh As the years go by, I am learning to say goodbye. I am blessed that I had an outstanding therapist that provided great assistance on how to cope well with goodbyes. Recently, I went through another month long … Continue reading Meet me
March, this is the graduation month in the Philippines. March 2000, ito naman ang huling buwan na nakita ko ang aking mga kabatch at kaibigan. April 05, umalis na ako sa Pinas at pumunta sa America. Bago pa mauso ang social media, sulat ang isang paraan para makausap ang mga taong malalayo sa buhay. Halos … Continue reading Sulat Ng Kahapon (Tagalog)
For my final project, my professor asked us to pick an organization and make it our own ministry. I picked SPEAK YOUR SILENCE. Why? “The stitch saved my life.” This is the mock-up story (short version): 39,000,000: The estimated number of Americans who were sexually abused as kids. It’s a mainstream tragedy and is at the … Continue reading Speak Your Silence
Another wedding, another story. But, this time, it is closer to home. My dearest friend since middle school tied the knot to a beautiful, gorgeous, and wonderful lady. Wedding, the celebration of love, is a beautiful display of commitment. I am quite amazed that this current season of my life, I am experiencing the theme of … Continue reading A Love That Never Fails
Crush is a funny word. Its literal meaning is “romantic attraction that is somewhere short of love” – something short-lived and superficial. But buried in the word’s etymology is somewhat contradictory sense of intensity, of something pressing or grinding (and even a sense of violence if you consider the word’s original meaning, which included a … Continue reading Sayonara & Hello
It is okay to not be okay. It is okay to be sad. It is okay to feel pain. It is okay to cry. And, it is okay to get upset. I will go against to the usual post in social media. No food, no selfie, no highlights, but a raw unattended feeling of reality. … Continue reading Diary Entry: The Road Ahead
Bravo. Brave. Annoying. Triggering. Upsetting, Sad, Real, Truth, Suicidal, Death, Pain, Help, Hope. These are my 13 Reasons why You should and should not watch this show. Bravo – Well done. The acting, the music, the story line, and the pacing are all in sync to get the viewers captivated. Bravo for the director, producers, … Continue reading 13 Reasons Why
“Many people go through their entire life never speaking words to another human being that come out of what is deepest within them, and most people never hear words that reach all the way into that deep place we call the soul” (13). Larry Crabb wants readers, leaders, and the church to embrace a … Continue reading Soul Talk: What is Your Deepest Pain?
Praying is essential in Christian life. However, there was a time when I needed to do more; I asked for help. I have a heart for people with mental illness. I can’t compare my situation with others because mental illness varies with people. For some, it can be a lifetime battle. Some are getting better, … Continue reading When I did more than just pray
Provider's Hands, Heart, and Mind 