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In short, you have to love yourself first. You have to know yourself. Only then will love follow. I always believe that love does not solely equate to a lover—it may be self-love, or the love of friends or family. Love can come in many forms. Just love, and always be kind.

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I think we’ve created a core memory today. We watched The Hobbit at the office, and Gio's been assisting clients since he already watched it before. I just realized that over the months I’ve been working here, we’ve really started to influence one another. Grateful for these small moments we share.

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now playing: Gravity by John Mayer

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My mother and I went to the wet market today to buy fish for our lunch. We rode a motorcycle there, leaving at exactly 5:39 AM. The cold morning air was very refreshing—you could feel the moisture in it. At the market, we saw different kinds of fish, the meat section, and a variety of vegetables and fruits. Vendors smiled as they offered their products. We bought fish, okra, bananas, and biko for Lola.

When we got back home, my sister was preparing to travel for work. She wanted to drive herself to the terminal, so I drove her instead. As I was heading back home, the sun began to rise, greeting the world. The sunlight touched my skin gently, as if it is embracing me.

Now, as I sit here writing, I find myself overwhelmed with gratitude. Life is filled with blessings—the morning air, the abundance, the warmth of the sun, and, most of all, the gift of existence itself. These are things we often take for granted, yet they are reminders of God’s generosity. I thank Him every day for the privilege of experiencing these moments.

On another note, I realized that this week marks the second week of Lent. This thought led me to an even deeper reflection—one that fills me with humility and awe. No amount of gratitude could ever be enough for the greatest gift of all: salvation. The changing seasons of the Catholic calendar always invite us to pause and reflect, and Lent, is a time of quiet surrender. It is a reminder that no matter who we are or what we’ve done, God’s love remains constant— unconditional, and infinite.

There are days when we feel this love more than others. Today was one of those days. After breakfast, as I sa, the weight of it all washed over me. How incredible it is to be so deeply loved, despite our flaws, despite our shortcomings.

Indeed, there is so much to be grateful for.

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I had this one client who was really curious about her past. She’d been very insecure because of it, almost like she was stuck in it. It’s like she was holding onto the past and not really appreciating what’s going on today. I told her that one way to move forward is to decide what parts of her past she wants to keep and which ones need to stay behind. What we think really shows up in our lives. She really thought about that, and for anyone who's ashamed of their past, just remember—you have the power to decide what to keep and what to let go of. Every day is a chance to forgive yourself, redeem yourself, and show yourself some love and kindness.

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Six months in,

I thought it would get easier.

But the weight of their stories

hits harder each day.

I’m the punching bag,

their pain seeping into mine,

no space to breathe,

just the quiet hum of a green tea with mint,

cooling my mind for a moment.

It’s okay to feel this.

It’s okay to be raw.

I’ll be fine,

just one more sip,

one more deep breath.

Here we go again.

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I'm too tired to even hold onto my thoughts.

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30 THOUGHT-PROVOKING QUESTIONS TO HELP YOU BECOME MORE SELF-AWARE

❦ how much self-control do i have with things that i know are bad for me, but tend to indulge in?

❦ how do i respond to someone who is different from me or whose ideals and beliefs i don't agree with or understand?

❦ how do i deal with being misperceived or misunderstood?

❦ how do i respond when someone judges me, makes fun of me, or calls me names?

❦ how do i deal with other people's mistakes and unpleasant behavior?

❦ how do i deal with people who have hurt me in the past?

❦ how do i spend my free time?

❦ how do i deal with negative people?

❦ how do i deal with stressful situations? do i tend to worry a lot? what else do i do?

❦ how do i deal with inconvenient life situations?

❦ how do i respond to situations that i have no control over?

❦ how do i deal with negativity in my environment?

❦ how do i deal with challenges in my life?

❦ how do i respond to situations that force me to get out of my comfort zone?

❦ how motivated am i to change my life for the better?

❦ how much do i follow through on what i preach and talk about?

❦ how do i deal with uncertainty, the unknown or a future event that i have no control over?

❦ how do i respond to obstacles, hardships, and "bad" things that happen in my life?

❦ how do i respond when i don't get what i want?

❦ how fulfilling is my everyday life?

❦ how do i respond to new ideas and new ways of thinking?

❦ how do i respond to bad or inconvenient news?

❦ how do i deal with the violence, hate, and suffering in the world?

❦ how do i recharge, rejuvenate, and replenish my energy?

❦ how much do i prioritize spending time and energy on myself and on my passions?

❦ how do i deal with change? new job, new house, new lifestyle, new people, new rules, new technology...do i tend to avoid it, welcome it, fear it, like it, complain about it, stress out about it, worry about it?

❦ how do i deal with emotional pain?

❦ how do i respond when plans change or plans get cancelled without my say so?

❦ how do i respond when i make a mistake or when i fail at something?

❦  how do i deal with rejection?

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The downside of working in government is that you have to dedicate yourself to public service. Along the way, you may fall in love with the work, but it often comes at a cost. You risk your mental health, work countless overtime hours, and yet, you may not be fairly compensated. While I love serving the public, there are times when you start to question if the sacrifices and extra miles you go for your work are truly worth it. Is this the price I need to pay?

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A habit, though seemingly innocent at first, has the power to gradually transform into something much more insidious. What begins as a simple routine can subtly embed itself into the fabric of your life, growing stronger over time, until it shapes your thoughts, actions, and even your identity. It’s easy to dismiss the influence of small, repetitive actions, but they can wield an unspoken power, eroding your sense of control. Beware of the habits you cultivate, for even the most benign can become an addiction, chaining you to patterns that may no longer serve you. In the end, it’s not the habit itself, but the silent mastery it gains over you, that holds the true danger.

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It has been a long-time dream for me to start writing. Today, I decided to write because I think it will help me express myself and regulate my emotions in a way. So, happy writing to me!