Categoria: 2024

  • A Person is Unique Because of…

    Laughter! I’ve come to realize that the way someone laughs is a personal expression that can be quite unique. Whether it’s loud and hearty, snorty, or subtle, each laugh reflects a person’s sense of humor and comfort level in letting loose. Genuineness and Authenticity When someone is unafraid to show their vulnerabilities, passions, and quirks,…

  • How I Overcame My Mental Block: First 10k

    One of my goals for 2024 is to run a half-marathon. When I started training, I could barely run 2k. I had planned to achieve a 5k at a good pace by March. But when you get the hang of it, and each week you surpass yourself, you crave a challenge. So, I kept pushing…

  • Slow Mornings Are My Jam

    My day starts off with a cuddle attack from my dog. He’s my one-of-a-kind alarm clock, I confess, still in bed, I check first thing. You never know what might have happened overnight. Lately, I have received messages about someone trying to hack my Spotify account :’ I have my coffee and breakfast, and then…

  • My Anthropology of Religion Teacher in Catholic High school

    Who studies Anthropology of Religion in high school, you might wonder? Well, when your school is located in Fátima, it kinda of makes sense. To set the scene, Fátima is considered a holy place within the Catholic faith, particularly tied to the Virgin Mary. She is believed to have appeared there. My school was semi-private,…

  • Bed Rotting is Self-Care

    Some days, I simply lack the willpower. It’s like my willpower battery is drained. Sunday, I woke up feeling overwhelmed, drained and discouraged. So, I became rooted to the bed (or remained in bed all day). While this made me feel unproductive and went against my usual goals, sometimes it’s necessary. My usual fix for…