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Intense sugar and carb cravings, junk food bingeing, eating your feelings of stress, depression, anxiety, and boredom? The good news is, it’s not all your fault, and it’s not just “katakawan,” but so many other biological factors such as our hormones, gut health, and the current mental health epidemic. Listen to Dr. Oyie Balburias, M.D. and IFM-certified functional medicine practitioner, as he teaches us how to manage and prevent emotional eating brought about by quarantine stress and all the unhealthy effects that come with it.

DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed by the podcast creators, hosts, and guests do not necessarily reflect the official policy and position of Podcast Network Asia. Any content provided by the people on the podcast are of their own opinion, and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, or anyone or anything.

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Intense sugar and carb cravings, junk food bingeing, eating your feelings of stress, depression, anxiety, and boredom? The good news is, it’s not all your fault, and it’s not just “katakawan,” but so many other biological factors such as our hormones, gut health, and the current mental health epidemic. Listen to Dr. Oyie Balburias, M.D. and IFM-certified functional medicine practitioner, as he teaches us how to manage and prevent emotional eating brought about by quarantine stress and all the unhealthy effects that come with it.

DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed by the podcast creators, hosts, and guests do not necessarily reflect the official policy and position of Podcast Network Asia. Any content provided by the people on the podcast are of their own opinion, and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, or anyone or anything.

Stressed, depressed, or overwhelmed—but don’t have enough time, money, or courage to address and seek help for your mental health? Our excuses stop here in this episode where “Doc Gia" shows us why and how to give our mental health the importance it requires. Dr. Gia Sison is the National Adviser of the Youth For Mental Health Coalition and the head of the Makati Medical Center's Women’s Wellness Center. She is an occupational medicine practitioner and a breast cancer survivor.

DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed by the podcast creators, hosts, and guests do not necessarily reflect the official policy and position of Podcast Network Asia. Any content provided by the people on the podcast are of their own opinion, and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, or anyone or anything.

Fighting is not a sign of a bad relationship, nor is not fighting the sign of a good one. Major crises such as the pandemic can either destroy a couple’s relationship or serve as opportunities for growth and an even deeper bond—if they learn the right conflict resolution and communication skills. Learn all about them here from relationship coach Aileen Santos, a certified life skills and conflict resolution trainer and counselor. 

DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed by the podcast creators, hosts, and guests do not necessarily reflect the official policy and position of Podcast Network Asia. Any content provided by the people on the podcast are of their own opinion, and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, or anyone or anything.

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Fighting is not a sign of a bad relationship, nor is not fighting the sign of a good one. Major crises such as the pandemic can either destroy a couple’s relationship or serve as opportunities for growth and an even deeper bond—if they learn the right conflict resolution and communication skills. Learn all about them here from relationship coach Aileen Santos, a certified life skills and conflict resolution trainer and counselor. 

DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed by the podcast creators, hosts, and guests do not necessarily reflect the official policy and position of Podcast Network Asia. Any content provided by the people on the podcast are of their own opinion, and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, or anyone or anything.

Resilience, especially in the Philippine context, has come to negatively connote masochistic suffering and doormat behavior. But it is still an essential life skill, and what we must aim for is “sustainable resiliency, which comes from establishing clear boundaries,” according to psychologist Gisa Paredes, M.A., founder of Healing Minds PH and COO of WellAtSea. In this comprehensive mini-session, she shares tools and methods that can sharpen our mental and emotional skills so we can keep bouncing back from all the hardships and difficult times life will bring. 

DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed by the podcast creators, hosts, and guests do not necessarily reflect the official policy and position of Podcast Network Asia. Any content provided by the people on the podcast are of their own opinion, and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, or anyone or anything.

The Housemaid and Sisid lead actress, founder of Mental Health Matters PH and Property Access PH, and Miss International 2016 shares the methods and mindsets she has used to triumph over her struggles and achieve her goals in this intimate and insightful interview. She also reveals:

• Her scientific eye-on-the-crown strategy for winning Miss International 2016

• How she bravely decided to speak up about her depression and became a mental health awareness advocate to help the afflicted, especially in these challenging times

• How she wouldn’t give Jake Cuenca the time of day until he worked on himself and sorted his life out

• Her determination to hone her skills and become the best actress she can be

DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed by the podcast creators, hosts, and guests do not necessarily reflect the official policy and position of Podcast Network Asia. Any content provided by the people on the podcast are of their own opinion, and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, or anyone or anything.

If you once (or never!) loved working out and have finally decided you need to make it a life-long lifestyle and not just another stop-and-start punishment project, here’s hope and help. Tanya Maria Aguila, founder of Onelife Pilates studio, certified Nike NTC trainer, and fitness, health, and women's empowerment advocate shares her tips on how to get moving again for our health and sanity. 

DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed by the podcast creators, hosts, and guests do not necessarily reflect the official policy and position of Podcast Network Asia. Any content provided by the people on the podcast are of their own opinion, and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, or anyone or anything.

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If you once (or never!) loved working out and have finally decided you need to make it a life-long lifestyle and not just another stop-and-start punishment project, here’s hope and help. Tanya Maria Aguila, founder of Onelife Pilates studio, certified Nike NTC trainer, and fitness, health, and women's empowerment advocate shares her tips on how to get moving again for our health and sanity. 

DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed by the podcast creators, hosts, and guests do not necessarily reflect the official policy and position of Podcast Network Asia. Any content provided by the people on the podcast are of their own opinion, and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, or anyone or anything.

Seems like déjà vu: The start of yet another pandemic year and we’re pressured to transform our lives for the better—but still, nothing is certain, and planning ahead seems so pointless. Don’t throw away your goals or ditch your plans, says Dar Ty-Nilo, creator of the Belle de Jour Power Planner and founder and president of Viviamo, Inc. In this episode, she presents five agile ways for us to adapt to these crazy times while staying on the path towards achieving our dreams and goals.

DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed by the podcast creators, hosts, and guests do not necessarily reflect the official policy and position of Podcast Network Asia. Any content provided by the people on the podcast are of their own opinion, and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, or anyone or anything.