The 5 Important Things You Must Remember as a New Japanese ESL Tutor

I recently started my journey as an ESL tutor with RareJob this past April. It’s been an exciting adventure so far, filled with over 100 lessons and countless interactions with wonderful students. As someone who enjoys teaching and learning from others, this role has been a perfect fit. However, like any new endeavor, my first month working from home as an ESL tutor hasn’t been … Continue reading The 5 Important Things You Must Remember as a New Japanese ESL Tutor

5 Kindness Quotes That’ll Change the Way You Treat Others

When I scroll on my social media newsfeed, I would chance upon videos where influencers/ social media personalities give random people stuff. My heart would swell initially, and tears would collect in my eyes. But now, I feel like some are just riding on the trend to chase clout. I’m so sorry for being so cynical. I’m not saying that all of them do that. … Continue reading 5 Kindness Quotes That’ll Change the Way You Treat Others

2023 Is Not Just Another Year

As we navigate through our 40s, birthdays often feel overshadowed. Loved ones become preoccupied, distances grow, or sometimes, it feels as though people simply forget. Perhaps it’s my increasing detachment from the whirlwind of daily life that has made me feel somewhat invisible. In an era where social media is ever-present, it’s easy to mistake a glance at a picture for a genuine connection. The … Continue reading 2023 Is Not Just Another Year

Growing Up in Tondo—and Why I’ll Never Be Ashamed of Selling Online

A story of my entrepreneurial spirit As kids, we never really experienced hardship. Nanay and Tatay worked hard to keep food on the table and even had a little extra for life’s simple pleasures. We didn’t have to eat asin with rice or settle for toyo as ulam like many others did. But even though we were fortunate, we were never spoiled—and we were raised … Continue reading Growing Up in Tondo—and Why I’ll Never Be Ashamed of Selling Online