In my last post, I shared about going to an Ignatian retreat. Sharing with you some of the more poignant experiences I had then: FEELING GOD’S PRESENCE When I went up to Baguio, I didn’t come with an open, grateful heart. It’s been a while since I even attempted to pray after all. So what makes me think I can actually reconnect with Him? Still, despite all the uncertainties, … [Read more...]
Me Time & The Things that Make Me Happy- hobbies, books, traveling & discovering new things/places
Adulting 110: On My Silent Retreat
Last year, as explained in my first posts (click here and here), I went through some sort of early mid-life crisis. To sum things up, I felt seriously lost. Because of all the series of heartbreaks that I went through, I realized that I was, for a good portion of time, on automatic coping mode. I figured that I needed to engage in a bunch of activities that would nurture my … [Read more...]
Adulting 102: Journey to Self Discovery: My First Solo Vacation in Apulit, Palawan (Part II)
In my last post, I wrote a bit about why I went on a solo vacation and gave a short description of Apulit, the resort where I stayed at. The thing is, I may not have conquered some Himalayan mountain or communed with Buddhist priests like other legit travelers, but I found my trip rejuvenating and fulfilling anyway. I really think that whether you’re a creature of comfort or … [Read more...]
Adulting 102: Journey to Self Discovery: On My First Solo Vacation in Apulit, Palawan (Part I)
As you can tell from my previous blog posts (click here and here), I’ve been going through some sort of early midlife crisis. This reached its peak right before my 35th birthday. To combat the where-did-my-youth-go blues away, I wanted to do something different. Traveling alone seemed like a I’m-a-strong-independent-woman-who-embraces-life kind of activity, so I figured, what … [Read more...]