You Can Do This!

How do you make your mark in a world where every kind of space is already so saturated, and every field, so competitive? Whether you're a content creator, an entrepreneur, or simply want to differentiate yourself in any niche, get ready to be inspired and empowered to shine bright amidst the competition.

Yanking us out of our comfort zones is top content creator, events host, and DJ Jaz Reyes, who is known for her humorous, scroll-stopping, and conversation-provoking content. Also an award-winning filmmaker and former Ateneo courtside reporter, Jaz always has a fresh and unconventional take in whatever she does. Listen to our lighthearted but deep-diving convo on how to sustain creativity, avoid the comparison trap, overcome the fear of judgment and failure, and many more.

“Everyone has the right to pleasure. It is nothing to be ashamed of,” proclaim sisters Belle and Ava Daza, the women behind the sexual wellness brand Jellytime and  the groundbreaking "The Sexytime Podcast.” Their bold, brave vision? “To change the landscape of conversation and create safe spaces around sex and pleasure.”

Enjoy this episode’s deep dive into sex, pleasure, and self-care without shame from the women who are challenging taboos in our still semi-conservative society. Be among the women they are encouraging to put themselves and their pleasure first as they courageously leverage their huge platforms and influence to achieve their mission.

We introverts already know it: Networking is crucial for success. But it still strikes terror in our hearts, for what could be scarier than small talk? An overwhelming crowd? Very possible rejection and judgment? The pretension? The social anxiety?

Pushing us to leave our comfort zones and navigate the social landscape adeptly is Elbert Or, an introvert who is also a certified team coach, senior consultant for Management Strategies, and a board member at the World Institute for Action Learning. The co-founder of Pushpin Visuals, a design studio focusing on social impact and advocacy-based work, he is also an award-winning children's and comic book author. Elbert is also the founder and first president of the Iconic chapter of BNI or Business Network Inc, the world's largest business networking and business referral organization.

In a world that's all about looks and unrealistic standards, loving your body—as it is right now, and unconditionally—can be tough. What does it mean and take to truly love your body? And why is it so important to do so? Discover what truly weighs us down as we debunk myths, challenge misconceptions, and share practical tips on how to embrace, love, and build a positive relationship with our bodies free from shame, judgment and unrealistic expectations.

Kate Moynihan-Gonzalez is the founder of Body Love Somatic, a bottom-up approach healing modality that focuses on tension-trauma release and nervous system regulation. A health and wellness industry fixture for 30 years, Kate is also one of three co-founders of The Body Love Women’s Circle and Body Love Programme with Dr Lia Bernardo and Luna Marie Garcia.

Why are we such experts on all our weaknesses, but not when it comes to our strengths? Why do we love overthinking all the reasons we can’t achieves omething instead of tapping into what we do well? Studies show that people who focus on using their strengths are three times more likely to report having an excellent quality of life, are six times more likely to be engaged on the job, and are 12.5% more productive! 

Flipping the switch in our heads to take us from being paralyzed by our weaknesses to unlocking our highest potentials using our authentic strengths is Valee Rivas, a Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach, a NLP Master Practitioner, a certified executive coach, and an  ICF Associate Certified Coach. 

Ever found yourself hesitating to speak up in meetings, during heated family discussions, or when having to confront a bully? Are you the quiet one in your group, too self-conscious to express your thoughts or opinions? You are not alone. I was that person, too, for a long time.

In this episode, Coach Gidgette Faustino helps you unlock the power of your voice and discover the freedom that comes from confidently expressing and asserting yourself in any situation. With more than 20 years of communication experience in advertising and media, she is an expert in creating, strategizing and executing and conveying important messages to the public. As an ICF Associate Certified Coach (ACC), she helps people communicate courageously and strategically to achieve their desired success.

What happened to your goals? Did bad habits or real life get in their way? Or did you procrastinate and wallow in inertia? Good news: You can still hit the reset button, refresh, and reclaim your resolutions and plans.

Coach Nikka Santos works with clients to sharpen their focus and increase their mental and emotional agility. An International Coaching Federation-certified and credentialed-leadership coach, she is the founder of The Future Leaders Program and a Care Coach for the world’s leading coaching platform, BetterUp, where she provides resilience coaching to drive employee engagement, productivity, innovation and business growth for companies like Google, Warner Media, Chevron, and NASA.  

Whether you’re 20, 40, 60, or 80, you won’t really get to know yourself until you’ve journeyed into unfamiliar territory on your own. More importantly, it’s never too late! Traveling solo changes your life in meaningful ways. It allows you to discover your inner strength and capabilities, and is a powerful catalyst for self-confidence, self-empowerment, and true independence.

Helping us navigate this is writer and host Kate Alvarez, founder of the travel blog, YouTube channel, and Plus Network show Kate Was Here where she chronicles her adventures and stories as a solo female traveler of over 15 years. Kate has written for Smile, http://Spot.ph , Cosmopolitan, Marie Claire, http://Femalenetwork.com , and the Philippine Daily Inquirer. She is also a mental health and animal rights advocate, actress, and commercial model.

Our fathers raised us in the best way they knew, and we hold them in high regard with love, gratitude, and respect for their efforts. The way they formed bonds with us during our upbringing greatly influences our sense of security, stability, courage, confidence, and self-worth—even into adulthood. These deep-rooted influences often manifest in certain struggles we face in our relationships, and can be traced to "Father Wounds" or "Daddy's Issues" (a term preferable to "Daddy Issues" which unfairly places blame on women for the dysfunction). Thus, the first step towards healing and triumphing over these wounds is to explore our past experiences that were less than ideal. 

Sharing her expertise in this episode is Aileen Santos, an internationally certified relationship coach, life skills and conflict resolution trainer and counselor who has a Master's degree in Counseling Psychology and is a Certified Neuro-Linguistic Programming Practitioner.

Whether you're dreaming of starting your own business or want to advance your career, building a strong personal brand is essential And these days, it’s no longer projecting perfection or hiding one’s “flaws” or “failures” that resonates, but being authentic and embracing your unique identity and experiences are what can actually set you apart and build a personal brand that's genuine, relatable, and credible.

Cece Asuncion is an award-winning Filipino-American director, producer, and filmmaker and the founder, owner and director of Slay Models L.A., the first all-transgender agency in the world. His reality series Strut about his models at Slay, which he co-produced with Whoopi Goldberg, won a GLAAD Media Award for Outstanding Reality Series in 2017. In 2023, he co-produced and mounted the first Slay Model Search Asia in the Philippines with ABS-CBN. He continues to break ground and barriers for himself and others, reframing people’s minds about what is beautiful and allyship with the transgender community.