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A Frontline Account of Tokhang’s Short-Lived ‘Peace’

Between 2017 and 2021, I worked as a community development officer in a drug-plagued neighborhood in southern Cebu, Philippines. Every day, I felt a deep sense of fear. The community was unfamiliar to me, and residents often eyed me suspiciously, viewing me as a spy or someone collaborating with the police. My safety weighed heavily on my mind. Even my colleagues shared his own harrowing experiences—recounted he witnessed a man being shot in broad daylight in his front, that incident kept him away from the area for days out of concern for his life. Our volunteers concerned about my security, I frequently texted updates about shootings in the barangay hall, under the bridge tunnel, and even inside homes, that’s how intense we experienced, while being subdued by fear.

As part of our job, we organized community sessions and meetings for our projects everyday. Women and children were the most active participants, while men were often away working. I vividly recall how the government’s "Tokhang" campaign brought a period of relative peace to the area. The policy’s enforcement created a tangible sense of order. On one occasion, I observed a group of surrendered individuals—former drug users—attending therapy sessions led by a pastor. They weren’t merely monitored by authorities; efforts were also made to support their well-being and steer them away from relapse. Some of these people, I have crossed in the community, worked as tricycle drivers, carpenters, or fishermen, striving to rebuild their lives. Yet, despite their determination, some struggled to overcome the underlying mental health issues or socioeconomic pressures that led them to drugs in the first place.

During that time, I experienced a rare sense of security. Community members openly shared with me how the situation had improved compared to earlier years, crediting President Duterte’s relentless approach for establishing stability on the ground. It’s disheartening to see these efforts discontinued, as if his legacy was reduced to that of a sacrificial lamb for policies that ultimately aimed to benefit the Filipino people.

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Understanding the Power of Change

1. Breaking free from stagnation.

2. Embracing change and adaptability.

3. Seeking new perspectives and opportunities.

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Life is fun, to endure is part of our journey in life.,

Believe in the journey you take, and make out of it.

I wish you have the most of it.

Yours,

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5 Things To Remind Yourself of Regularly

1. The opposite of misery isn't happiness, it's gratitude.

2. You don't have to prove anything to anyone, including yourself.

3. Your successes won't feel as good as you hope. Your failures won't feel as bad as you fear.

4. Usually the way to get more out of life is by focusing on less.

5. A healthy body is the most underrated factor to creating a healthy mind.

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I just planted a seeds of spinach yesterday (april 14, 2020 Tuesday) through wick system hydroponic, this is the simplest method that I can do for now. and seems the plant are comfortable with the light (emergency light) that I used. Hope it grow healthy so I can transplant them to my new hydroponic in the backyard.,

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I think we should start planting foods, more like an indoor or outdoor gardening. I have now seedlings of Red Lettuce. Waiting for the additional plant collections of Pechay and Spinach for my Baby Elieve.

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Plans emerge from trial & error. Skills are developed from experience. Talent happens because we're willing to learn from our mistakes. The common denominator in all of these things is getting off your ass and doing something. What have you been putting off that you shouldn't be?

Mark Manson

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Do not expect people to tell you the truth because they also lie to themselves.

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“I Always Look For A Challenge & Something That’s Different” Tom Cruise Said.

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Read Full Article Here: 6 Tricks to Staying Positive - Psych2Go

Follow @psych2go for more

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Don’t lose yourself while caring for others. The most important relationship you will have is the one with yourself.