"Success means progressive realization towards a worthwhile dream or goal." 

Join me and my long-time close friend Eunice Arrojado-Araujo as we talk about the power of growth mindset and how we experienced a shift in it respectively, how we align our day-to-day lives with our established values, the importance of developing good habits and establishing end-goals, the big leap/move they took and how their life is lately in Richmond, British Columbia, Canada.

Get to know more about the value they can bring to your life through these links below:

https://instagram.com/curatedmains/

https://www.facebook.com/groups/476901803880026/

Thank you so much, Nie for the opportunity to share your story. It's so great that our values still align even after all these years! Haha Grabe tiguwang najud ta! I am also so blessed to grow old with you! Lablab!!!

P.S. Nangdahil sa backpack dream nimo nako ni dah hahahahaha gimingaw rajud ka nako Nie! 

4:15 How I wrapped up the year 2017 at 26

5:58 My mantra in 2018 

6:32 Reflection paper in 2018 at 27

10:20 Don't have life all figured out? Do you feel left out? You're not the only one!

16:34 Things you can do right now when you feel lost and left out 

18:33 My ideal morning and evening routines that make me feel my best

22:18 "The Miracle Morning" by Hal Elrod

32:42 What makes you jump out of bed?

39:11 The importance of work-life balance

39:54 What are the 7 broad categories of life?

51:40 Ikigai: gives you a sense of purpose, a reason for living

54:37 Meditation

54:45 Is "enjoying" reason enough to keep you going with what you're doing right now?

1:09:51 How would you know if something is meant to stay in your life?

1:13:18 Key metrics I consider for me to keep going

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If you have life all figured out then what is left to learn and grow from? Don't you think life will be boring once there's nothing left to explore on?

Life is not a race! Wherever you are at right now, just remember to trust the process, enjoy the journey, always be mindful and embrace the art of becoming. We're all in this together!

In 2021, I gathered letters for my goddaughter, Martine Amelia's 1st birthday for her to someday read. One of the letters that struck my heart the most was her Wowa's (grandmother's). A part of it says: 

"I pray that God keeps you safe in this world, grants you the courage and the wisdom to follow your dreams, and gives you all the happiness that you deserve. And one thing more, whatever it is you wish to become in the future, go for it! What is important is for you to become a good person. Just be a good person!"

Some would say that what makes a person good is how polite they are and how they treat and try to understand others. Others would say people are good based on how they maximize their potential and garner achievements. Some would say you are only as good as your success. An answer from David Emmanuel on Quora says: "They accept when they’re wrong and try to learn from their mistakes. They have a positive energy to them that draws others in. They’re trustworthy and dependable not only when it counts." Others, they would say that as long as you are good in the eyes of God, you are a good person! 

I'm proud to share with you, guys my lovely and inspiring conversation with the good people behind Mommy Tet's Kitchen: Tita Antet Hilado & one of my bestfriends Rina Hilado-Geson. Join us as we explore more on what it truly takes to be a good person, their takeaways growing up in different times, their proudest moments as moms and how they balance life while pursuing their passion in making homemade delightful treats! 

It's truly an honor to be surrounded by genuinely kind-hearted people and Rin, I always tell you this: I'm beyond blessed to be Inday Mia Lablab's Tinang/godmother. I couldn't be any more grateful! Thank you!!! Huhuhu

Sa mga sugbuanons (people living in Cebu City, Philippines), you must definitely try Mommy Tet's Kitchen for yummy childhood faves: mango tarts, buko pies, napoleones, silvanas, avocado cream pies and more! They're accepting orders every Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays!

IG: https://www.instagram.com/mommytetskitchen/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/mommytetskitchen/

Mobile: +639778045149 

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In a world where you can be anything, be kind!

There are days when we don't feel our best, and it's okay. Just ride the feeling.

Be easy and be gentle with yourself. Find something that would actually make you feel good about yourself, something that would bring you peace and you can do now. Start slow. And once you've created momentum, try to stay consistent and always remember why you started. More importantly, enjoy yourself!

Join my ketchup (catch-up) and QT (quality time) with my BFF Lea Ann Calejesan as we talk about significant wake-up calls in our lives, how we process our thoughts and emotions (together), things we are grateful for during these trying times and what we do that make us feel good about ourselves, how to know if we're making the "right decisions", and how's life really down under!

ALIGN unni hahahahaha with our friendship, anything truly goes! Thank you for doing this! Will always be grateful for you & our friendship huhuhu Sabi nga nila "Good, high quality relationships keep us happier and healthier." Kaya pala hahaha Achieving true contentment and filling ones heart with deep gratitude isn't a walk in the park. Witnessing you arrive in this state makes me so so happy and proud of you! ;)

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What happens if you live everyday the way you are right now? 

And when you die, you talk to God, and God slides a piece of paper across the table and says:

'This is who you were supposed to be. This is what you could've done. What happened?'

Letting go of something you thought you're meant to have in your life is humbling.

Letting go of something that you poured so much of your life, heart and time into isn't an easy decision but you just have to surrender, trust and let God.

We understand during a time like this, we are in a privileged position to walk away from something that no longer aligns with our purpose, priorities and values.

Laugh and cry with my BFF, Nicole Chanlim-Ting & I as we talk about how we unlearned the meaning of success, realized what matters most in life and how God humbled us down by granting us the courage, wisdom and understanding to let go of what we once thought would mean the world to us and would give us that "sense of fulfillment." We'll also let you in on a secret on how to know if something is meant to stay in your life. 

Grateful to be sharing this season with you, bb! Same page all the time! Classmates na naman tayo hahahahaha

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"What is my purpose in life?", I asked the voice.

A brief intro about myself and why I'm doing this...

Let's all start to live deeply, suck the marrow out of life and altogether figure out our place under the sun. Join me in this season of unlearning, shall you? ;)

Hello! Can't wait to share candid musings with you! :)