📚 FEATURED STORIES
A GHOST OF THE PAST
An Intruder to My Soul
"A Forgotten Pain, Stirring Old Wounds, A Threat to Inner Peace"
A small fragment of my sorrowed past slips quietly into the present, uninvited. Like a shadow that lingers, unwilling to rest. It arrives not as a guest, but as a social obligation somewhat. Or maybe, that momentary glimpse that tries to stir the ashes of things I thought buried and long forgotten in the grave of the "unlikely" has to rekindle back, just to remind me that it existed.
A QUITE VOICE WITHIN
On Trusting The Threads That Binds Us
"The Unseen Connections, Intuition, and the Mysteries of Human Instinct"
With no one to serve at my workstation at the moment, I find myself lost in thought, caught up in a quiet wonderment, or perhaps it’s more than that. I ponder the possibility that I am not a separate entity, isolated from the rest of humanity. Beneath the surface of what we call reality, could there be an unseen thread weaving all souls together, a binding force connecting each of us to the intricate tapestry of creation?
THE ENERGY VAMPIRE
An Unknown Force That Drains
"Navigating Negativity, Practice Acceptance, Maintain Emotional Resilience"
There’s a certain kind of challenge I’ve come to accept in my life today, one that I’ve learned to endure as part of the human experience. It's the recognition that inner peace often lie not in changing others, but in accepting them for who they are, whether their energy is positive or negative.
MONDAY BLUES, IS IT?
Or There's a Wolf Clothed in a Sheep's Wool?
"Workplace Challenges, Hypocrisy, and Toxic Environment"
Monday blues feels more relevant to me now, or perhaps it's just an instinctive response to an impending danger. It’s like catching the stench of decay in the air, triggering an innate urge to turn away.
ON PRESERVING SELF-WORTH
Too Much Familiarity Breeds Contempt
"Setting Boundaries, Protecting Self-worth, and Nourishing an Ego"
They say too much familiarity often breeds contempt. I’ve seen this truth unfold in my own life. Sometimes, a simple gesture of kindness or goodwill is met not with gratitude, but with disrespect or even hostility. When that happens, it reveals more about the other person’s narrowness of mind than it does about us.
AN INTROVERT LIFESTYLE
I Rather Have Few Friends But Genuine Ones
"Authentic Connections, Meaningful Relationships, and Personal Values=Aligned Priorities"
More often than not, a gregarious person has a distinct advantage when it comes to human connectivity, which can be particularly beneficial in networking, building relationships, and even in the business world. Being outgoing often translates to an ability to cultivate broad networks of acquaintances or friends, a trait that can open doors and provide support in various endeavors. However, not everyone is wired this way, and I am one of those individuals.
BACK TO WORK WITH A HEAVY HEART
Breathing Through The Shadows of My Return
"A Toxic Workplace, On Resilience and Defiance, and On Shielding My Soul"
After spending a day or two outside the grip of this workplace, it feels as though I’ve taken a fresh breath of air, a fleeting reprieve from my inner chastisements. But as I return, the weight comes crashing back down on me.
WHAT'S BEYOND THE TITLE
Envy is Unnecessary Evil
"Envy Over Promotion, True Meaning of Success, Upholding Personal Values"
It’s natural to feel a twinge of envy when others advance in their careers, especially when it’s through the recommendation of a boss, and not you. But is there really anything to envy about? A promotion is just another title attached to someone’s name. While it may signify career progression and boost one’s self-esteem, it doesn’t necessarily guarantee happiness or fulfillment. Well, let's face it, it is an added item to the resume, making it more appealing for future career advancement. But it's not worth a thought really. If such an opportunity comes my way, I’ll carefully consider it, but if it doesn’t, I won’t lose sleep over it.
THE ESSENCE OF WORK INTERACTION
Why I Do The Things I Do
"The Purpose of My Work-Interactions"
The one thing that continues to draw me to this job, despite the years that have passed, is the daily challenge it presents. There’s something about the ever-changing nature of the work that keeps me on my toes. Even after two decades in this role, I still find myself feeling a mix of anticipation and anxiety when there’s a shift, especially when I’m reassigned to a function or a space that feels more exclusive, like the one I’m currently in, catering to some of the wealthiest people of Cebu.
A WHISPER OF THE ETERNAL
In the Hush of Noon
A Fleeting Moment of Calmness with Presence-Divine
At precisely 12:10, the clock on my desk faintly glows, marking the time in this quiet workstation now. Just hours ago, this stillness was no where to be found. As this place is like a symphony of contrasts, a tempest one moment, and the next, a sudden hush, forcing me to take a breath between the waves. This dance of storms and fleeting peace is a cycle that repeats endlessly.
BEHIND CLOSED DOORS
Closing Time Teller Confession
"An Inside Look, Struggles of Bank Employees, Demands of Work"
The clock on my computer reads 3:48 PM. The bank had officially been closed forty eighteen minutes, yet a client is still seated in one of the officers' cubicles for hours now. She is a high-profile customer, the kind whose presence often warranted extra attention. Had she noticed that the bank had already closed? Where was her transaction?
THE WEIGHT OF URGENCY
A Lesson from the Rain
"Work-life Balance, The Cost of Urgency, Resilience Amid Chaos"
Yesterday afternoon, the rain started to drizzle and continued until this morning. It wasn’t a heavy downpour, certainly not the kind people describe as “cats and dogs”, but steady enough to leave everything damp. My children were at home since they had no classes today, which meant I had a rare, quiet morning travel to my workplace.
ON UPHOLDING INNER PEACE
The Silent Triumph
"On Resilience, Inner Peace Over Anger, The Quiet Strength"
My journey in this workplace unfolds undeterred, unwavering in the face of any tempest that besieged me here. Yet, amidst that serene spirit, an unwelcome presence intrudes, disturbing the stillness of my soul with the insidious tentacles of pessimism and irrational intolerance. I could resist, could shield myself from this intrusion and protect the calmness of my spirit, by countering back. But, I did not. That customer just showed her ugly side and to face it with an ugly face could only add insult to injury.
ALMOST AT A BREAKING POINT
Stress Is All Around
"Overwhelmed by Stress, The Toll It Takes On Well-being, Maintaining Composure"
Earlier today, I found myself somewhat overwhelmed by the seemingly endless swarm of customers. It was like being caught in the middle of an ant infestation, everywhere I turned, there were more and more people crowding around, each demanding attention, each more insistent than the last. Their questions, their impatience, the constant tug of requests, it all piled up on me, bit by bit, until I could feel my patience were wearing thin and I could hardly breathe. It's really just a one man battle here.
ON RATING MY SELF-GROWTH
Self-assessment and Goals
"On Improving Life Through Making Personal Assessment About My Priorities and Goals"
Well, this morning, there were quite a lot of clients to attend to. I just came back from taking lunch and still has few minutes to say something to my friend, my handy dandy notebook.
COFFEE - CORRUPTION - CUSTOMERS
A Tiring Day At Work
"Reflection On Work Stress, Corruption On Government, Chaos Of Everyday Life"
Work has been far from comfortable lately, with my mind caught in a web of distractions. The most pressing issue is the delay with a government agency, intentionally dragging its feet on processing my documents. The situation has stalled the construction of my house for nearly a month now, leaving my carpenters waiting, that makes them go hungry without money, because progress has ground to a halt.
FROM SUNRISE TO SUNDOWN
Once In A Life Of A Busy Parent
"A Single Parent's Ordeal, Balancing House Chores With Work"
These days, I’ve been feeling a bit overwhelmed by lots of things to do. My house helper, who had been with me for about a year, just left. She eloped with her boyfriend. It seems like a decision made under pressure by her boyfriend. It wasn’t the best idea, but I suppose we all make choices we regret.
THE ECHOES OF A FORGOTTEN SELF
On Writing My Life-Journal
"Struggles Of Chasing Illusions, Comfort Of Self-discovery, Starting Anew"
After a chaotic scene in my workplace, at this very moment, a beautiful life calls to me, like a whisper carried on the wind, soft yet certain. It reminds me that even amidst the shadows, light has always been near, waiting for me to notice.
LIKE FATHER, LIKE DAUGHTER
I Am A Bad Influence
"My Child's Ways Is A Mirror of My Own Wrong Doing"
In the quiet moments of my workplace, I gaze within a parent's heart that is weighed down by doubt. The echoes of my own missteps hum a song of time that I cannot rewrite. My daughter's struggle with the clock is a mirror of my own dilly-dallies. The habits that shaped her, I silently taught.
A SATURDAY STOLEN
My Weekdays Are My Haven
"When the day you anticipate the most to find rest doesn't come"
At this moment in my workplace, I'm going through an emotional storm, a mix of insecurities and burdens that feel overwhelming. I find myself battling feelings of being undesirable, growing old, and confronted by the weight of my imperfections. On top of that, financial worries have been crashing me down too, luckily, close kin tried to fill that chasm.
CHASING RAINBOWS NO MORE
The Illusion of An Impossible Dream
"Self-discovery, Unknown Purpose, A New Path"
As I sit quietly at my desk, a question rises from somewhere deep: Who have I become? The days, the months, the years, they’ve blurred into one continuous rush. And still, I find myself searching, restless, chasing after something I can’t quite name.