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@Marts · 1 year ago

I am reading a book about being offended and I stumbled upon a section that encourages the reader to move on. Move on from what? I am already a few chapters away from finishing the book The Bait o...

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@Marts · 1 year ago

Forgiveness Doesn't Necessarily Mean Reconciliation

I enjoyed last night's class in Spiritual Formation. This is the first time I was tapped to teach the subject we just finished our 10th session. Two more sessions to go and we are done with the trimes...

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@Marts · 1 year ago

Working on a Slow Mode

I hit the bed at almost 12:30 am last night. I am rushing against time because I still have two manuscripts to finish before the weekend. I wasn't able to beat my personal deadline so I have to be mor...

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@Marts · 1 year ago

Welcome to the Age of Influencers

We are now in the age of influencers. Content creators rose in popularity, in fact even greater than traditional celebrities, thanks to several social media platforms. In our country, it's evident tha...

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@Marts · 1 year ago

How to Respond to an Insult

It irks me whenever I hear insults whether directed toward me or others. I can't stand hearing people belittle others just because of differences in economic status, physical appearance, educational b...

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@Marts · 1 year ago

The First Step to Healing

I was about to end my class. My throat is already itchy and by asking an open-ended question, I wanted my class to buy me some time and give me a pause from speaking. I believe they see the gesture as...

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@Marts · 1 year ago

September has ended. Wake up already!

Just like that - we have entered the last quarter of the year. My wife and I just visited Ayala Malls Marikina and we can't help but notice that establishments are having a dilemma with their designs....

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@Marts · 1 year ago

Limping for Two Weeks Now

Two Sundays ago, I wasn't able to attend church because of a gout attack. My right toe got reddish and swollen, and every step I make is painful. Even a simple twitch and minimal movement feel excruci...

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@Marts · 1 year ago

Today, I Adjusted My Alarm

My boss has been out of the country for a month and in a few days, she'll be coming back. Of course, her absence doesn't mean lazy days ahead. But I want to be honest - with no one to check on me, for...

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@Marts · 1 year ago

The Struggle Against Procrastination

I was scrolling through my Twitter feed when I stumbled upon this tweet: "Procrastination is the lie you'll be motivated later." It's pretty straightforward. Plus, it packs a punch. I have to conv...

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@Marts · 1 year ago

Proof of Life: Musings on Early Married Life

Just so you know, I crossed the bridge of no return, and I'm very much happy about it. I got married three weeks ago and am adjusting to the life of a married person. I noticed a lot of things - that...

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@Marts · 1 year ago

Things I Learn from Our Wedding Preparations

Last Saturday, while doing my usual stuff, it dawned on me – “this is the last week that I’m a bachelor! This is my last week of being single!” And even as of writing I still relish the idea that thi...

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@Marts · 1 year ago

To Be Surrounded by Caring People

I totally get the reasons why some choose to shy away from people. Relationships can be messy. You will never run out of things to say why you need to step back and choose to stay out of human connect...

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@Marts · 1 year ago

Making the Hard Choices in Confrontations

I am not a confrontational person. People who know me consider me timid, passive, and peace-loving. And I agree with their observations! I haven't been into fights, and whenever there's an argument, I...

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@Marts · 1 year ago

Proof of Life: Wedding, Teaching, Schooling!

July happened so fast that I almost did not notice the things that happened last month. All I know was that I am looking forward to August because of all the exciting things in store for me (and my gi...

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@Marts · 1 year ago

Have you Heard of Toxic Productivity?

You are always busy and consistently on the move. You think you are getting things done - and you feel great! But you end up feeling exhausted, drained of all your energy. You retire for the day, and...

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@Marts · 1 year ago

What Makes a Friend a Best Friend

My girlfriend confided that she considers no one else her best friend but her sister. To her, being a best friend is a huge role to fill, and it takes a huge amount of trust just to carry that title....

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@Marts · 1 year ago

Sometimes You Just Get Too Tired to Care

I posted one time in noise how frustrated I am that my Grammarly premium reverted to a Free account. As someone who takes writing seriously, and as a person who values commitment and delivery of what...

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@Marts · 1 year ago

NO is a Complete Sentence

Most of my friends have a story to tell about them having difficulty saying NO. It is one of the hardest sentences to utter to some, and it takes guts to say it with conviction. I can attest to how...

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@Marts · 1 year ago

You Are Your Greatest Asset

Aside from memes and funny videos circulating on various social media platforms, we can also glean essential and life-altering truths wanting to land on fertile and teachable hearts. And among them is...

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@Marts · 1 year ago

Debunking the Myth of Work-Life Balance

I wrote this entry earlier than usual. I got home a little earlier, and my mother and younger brother were not around. Only the dogs are with me. Finally, some peace! Me time! I wanted to maximize...

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@Marts · 1 year ago

What it Takes to be a Leader

I had several opportunities to lead several programs and activities in the past. I had many blunders and committed awful mistakes. I admit leadership is not an easy job. It requires not just the abili...

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@Marts · 1 year ago

Success Doesn't Come Easy

I first encountered the 1.01^ principle in James Clear's book Atomic Habits. It mathematically illustrates the power of compounding. Little progress may seem unnoticeable at first until they become un...

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@Marts · 1 year ago

Talk is Cheap. Commitment Matters

Growing up, we received several promises from our parents, such as they would take us to a park, bring us our favorite doughnut or ice cream, or buy us a toy. We were ecstatic then, knowing our parent...

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@Marts · 1 year ago

Living Out the Golden Rule

We have heard of the golden rule: do unto others what you want them to do unto you. It is a derivative of Jesus' sermon on how we should treat others - as we want them to treat us. Matthew 7:12 says...

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@Marts · 1 year ago

Gratitude Challenge - June

This post came in just a bit late. July seemed to rush in with several tasks that kept me from writing for days. It feels depressing to see cryptocurrency prices plummet in the past several days. It t...

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@Marts · 1 year ago

Mindset ba. Mindset.

This phrase has crept into every Filo newsfeed: “mindset ba, mindset.” This is often paired with memes or silly hacks guised as an alternative idea. Though this new trend is primarily made for fun,...

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@Marts · 1 year ago

Broken Crayons Still Color

I know how it feels to pity myself for being too needy with no one helping me. I know how embarrassing it is to ask for help and receive criticism and disgust instead. I have experienced guilt and sha...

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@Marts · 1 year ago

Be a Better Leader

Leading people is one of the most challenging things every one of us will ever encounter. We may not lead large-scale like those in businesses or organizations, but we are leaders in our own ways. We...

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@Marts · 1 year ago

A Messed-up Dynamic

I have listened to countless stories of youth (and adults, even) who struggle to understand their family dynamics. I can relate to some of their narratives. If only I can help them, but I can only do...

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