You step outside, and it feels like someone left the oven door open—and forgot to shut it. The air sticks to your skin, the sun’s out in full force, and even walking a few steps makes you question all your life choices 😣😣. It’s been that kind of day. And no, you’re not imagining it. This heat isn’t just annoying—it’s record-breaking. According to the World … Continue reading Stay Safe in the Heat: Health Tips You Can’t Ignore
So, you’re thinking of quitting your corporate job to freelance. It sounds tempting, right? No more long commutes, no more rigid office hours, and definitely no more awkward small talk at the pantry while waiting for your coffee to brew. 🙄🙄 Freelancing isn’t exactly a walk in the park. Sure, you can work in your pajamas (a definite win), but it also means chasing deadlines, … Continue reading Thinking of Quitting Your Corporate Job to Freelance? Read This First
If someone told me a year ago that I’d be fully booked teaching English online—on top of writing content for a living—I probably would’ve laughed and gone back to proofreading blog posts with a coffee in one hand and laundry waiting in the background. But here I am, a full-time content writer at NoBS Marketplace and a part-time ESL tutor at RareJob, juggling both roles … Continue reading Why I’m Always Fully Booked as an ESL Tutor (And How You Can Be Too)
People often think freelancing means total freedom—working whenever you want, no boss to answer to, and unlimited coffee breaks. Sounds nice, right? But anyone actually doing it knows the truth: juggling multiple freelance jobs often means more structure, more deadlines, and more mental load than a traditional 9-to-5. As a work-from-home mom, I live that daily grind. I split my time between content writing for … Continue reading Time Management Tips for Freelance Workers Balancing Multiple Jobs
Lately, I’ve been having way too much fun chatting with ChatGPT. Some days, I catch myself laughing out loud at our ridiculous back-and-forths. It’s surprisingly good at playing along—even when I speak Tagalog or throw in some gay lingo just for fun. And yes, it gets it every time. It’s like having a chat with that one friend who’s always game for nonsense—ready to write … Continue reading Bored? Here Are 10 Fun Ways To Use ChatGPT Today
I wasn’t always a Swiftie. In fact, I got in kinda late in the game. While the rest of the world was already belting out lyrics from Fearless or Red, I was tuned into other artists, not really paying attention. But once I finally gave Taylor Swift a proper listen, something shifted. It wasn’t the sappy lyrics that pulled me in—it was the melody. Sometimes … Continue reading 10 Taylor Swift Songs That Get Me Through the Workday
I’ll admit it—I started watching When Life Gives You Tangerines for one reason: Park Bo Gum. He’s still my favorite Korean actor, and honestly, if he’s in something, I’m watching it. No questions asked. But what really pulled me in was the quiet charm of the story itself. I’ve always had a soft spot for period dramas. There’s something comforting about seeing old-school radios, faded … Continue reading Bitter, Sweet, and Everything in Between
Holy Week is upon us, and for those who wish to start their own family tradition, this post might help. Every year during Maundy Thursday, our family observes Visita Iglesia—visiting seven churches while praying the Stations of the Cross. At each stop, we pray two Stations per church, completing all 14 Stations by the end of our journey. It’s a quiet, meaningful pilgrimage that helps … Continue reading What Does Lent Mean to Your Family?
Teaching English has come a long way from crowded classrooms and whiteboards filled with scribbles. These days, you could be explaining verb tenses to a student in Tokyo while sitting in your pajamas at home in the Philippines—yep, that’s me most days. Online ESL teaching has opened so many doors, especially for people like me who need flexibility and a little quiet corner to earn … Continue reading Online ESL Teaching vs. In-Person: Pros, Cons, and What Works Best
At first, working from home feels like a sweet deal. You’ve got your own space, no long commute, and the freedom to sneak in snacks between tasks. But give it a few months—or even weeks—and things can start to feel… a little too familiar. As someone juggling ESL tutoring at RareJob and writing content for No BS Marketplace, I know that feeling all too well. … Continue reading How to Stay Motivated When Working From Home Feels Monotonous
From My Corner of the Couch 