It is often said that human beings are complex, layered, and never quite as simple as they seem on the surface. One line from the Korean drama Level Up captures this beautifully: people live with three different personalities. The first is how you are at work, the second is how you are in your personal… Continue reading The Three Faces We All Carry
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The Growing World of Stuffed Friends: Watching My Daughter Bond with Her Toys
There’s a kind of quiet magic in watching a child form attachments. Not just to people, but to the things around them—objects that somehow become more than just what they are. For my two-year-old daughter, this magic started with a small and soft gray stuffed dinosaur. We called it Baby Dino. To her, it wasn’t… Continue reading The Growing World of Stuffed Friends: Watching My Daughter Bond with Her Toys
When Success Steals Your Evenings: Redefining Ambition Without Losing Yourself
You work hard. You care. You want to grow, do more, be more. There’s pride in that—wanting to succeed. But sometimes, the line between ambition and self-abandonment starts to fade. You tell yourself it’s just a season, just this project, just one more quarter. Before you know it, you’re always tired, always behind, always somewhere… Continue reading When Success Steals Your Evenings: Redefining Ambition Without Losing Yourself
What Makes a Person Truly Unique?
People often say that everyone is unique, but what does that really mean? Is it just about appearance, talents, or the way we think? I believe a person’s uniqueness comes from a mix of many things—some we are born with, some we develop, and some shaped by the world around us. It’s not just about… Continue reading What Makes a Person Truly Unique?
High Heels to Sneakers
There was a time when high heels were a part of my daily life. In the Philippines, wearing them to work felt natural, effortless even. I didn’t have to walk long distances, thanks to “pedicabs” (tricycles) readily available on every corner or the convenience of my husband dropping me off and picking me up. The… Continue reading High Heels to Sneakers
Unpopular Opinions on Societal Norms
Societal norms shape our behavior, values, and expectations, often without us even realizing it. They dictate how we dress, work, interact, and live our lives. While many of these norms provide structure and stability, some may be outdated, unnecessary, or even harmful. Challenging them can be uncomfortable, as people tend to resist ideas that go… Continue reading Unpopular Opinions on Societal Norms
