Be a FIXER in a World That Breaks Things Apart [INSPIRATION]

DISCLAIMER: This post talks of highly-sensitive topics. If you wish to proceed, please try to have an open-mind and empathetic heart towards people who struggle with mental and emotional issues...   Sulli, whose real name is Choi Jin-ri, was found dead at the age of 25. Police are still investigating the events surrounding her death …

Part II of Don’t Even Try… Not to Try [INSPIRATION – Inspirational Filipinos]

NOTE: I apologize for the delay in delivering Part II of this series. It's Holy Week in my country and there's a lot going on in our small food business. In this part of the series, I'd like to write about a more specific group of people who are praised in my country for their …

Don’t Even Try… Not to Try [INSPIRATION – Part I]

I've always wanted to write a book or a collection of short stories. I still haven't published anything because I can't afford it yet. I have the manuscripts and all I need is a publisher or extra funds so I can self-publish. The point is, I've taken at least the FIRST STEP towards reaching my …

When You Believe [INSPIRATION]

Your belief won't get you anywhere unless you do something about it.

Drop the Old to Start Anew? [INSPIRATION]

Have you ever come to a point in life where you enter a whole, new world - new job, new apartment, new people, new environment? I guess at least once in a human's life, this has to happen. Just like old buildings, there comes a time when construction is necessary to strengthen the foundation. Construction …

Until When Should One Grieve? [INSPIRATION]

12 years ago today, I was seven days from being fatherless. It's been 12 years and for 11 months in each of those years, I don't cry or feel heavy or sad or anything... but come April... I feel like I've been fooled by the rest of the months that I was made to believe …

How to Please People… YOU CAN’T! [HONEST INSPIRATION/OPINION]

My A+ personality gets in the way of me trying to make friends nearly 98% of the time. I get misunderstood a lot because I say what's on my mind and my voice is louder than average. I also laugh loudly when I find something really funny. At times, I have a resting b**** face …

Holed Up To Hold Down [INSPIRATION]

Many times in life, we'd just want to stay in a dark corner, without much to do, and with no one to talk to. There are just days when "alone" time is more important than having someone to listen to our woes. I don't know but I completely agree with people who have fewer friends …

#Momming [INSPIRATION for Online Working Moms]

I may have failed to mention that I'm a Mom to a preschooler whose energy can get really high sometimes (I forget a lot of things, which is also one of the reasons why I write whenever something good pops out... I want to remember these things when I come to a point where I …

Food Tech, Lab-Grown Meat, and Why I Love Singapore [INSPIRATION]

Everyone has a reason for liking Singapore and one of them is the city-state's efforts in promoting green living.

Autonomous Everything [TECH]

Earlier today at work, I wrote about Baidu Inc.'s robo-taxis, top-notch autonomous cars powered by artificial intelligence that will serve the massive ride-hailing market. These cars will be driver-less and are set to begin undergoing tests in Changsha this year. While I've always been fascinated by China's unique ideas and innovations, I'm not sure I …

Cavities in the Wall – Smart Cities on the Rise [TECH OPINION]

On the contrary, it could also lead to further division among countries that draw first blood on the other just to keep the crown on their heads...

Sentiments of a Wet Pillow [A Sad, Short Short Story]

he day I last saw her was the day her ex-boyfriend said "I do" to a girl he barely knew.

Dear Feline Friend, Welcome to China – Where AI Shelters are Your Second Home

China is truly basking in all glory - on its own - at the top.

What It Really Means to be on the EDGE [INSPIRATION]

IT'S NOT THE EDGE and IT'S NOT THE END.

Luxury or Comfort? (POPULAR YET UNPOPULAR OPINION)

For three years, I was placed in the entertainment section of a news outlet I used to write for. I was tasked to write at least one fashion/luxury story per day - these stories mostly tackled #OOTD moments of some of the entertainment industry's prominent stars. At times while writing, I laughed. I still don't …

Influence, Repeat, Influence [UNPOPULAR OPINION]

Social media plays a very crucial role in online shops and brick-and-mortar stores that recently placed their bets on the power of social media influencers. Now, I don't have anything against influencers. I actually appreciate the effort a lot of them put into the captions of their photos or the content in their videos. It's …

Welcome to the World Where Robots Have Rights and Humans are Thrown in Jail for Fake Identities [UNPOPULAR OPINION]

When I first heard about Sophia, the Robot, I was thrilled. I mean, it's one of the greatest breakthroughs in technology and it could open doors for a world where robots cook, wash clothes, and finish the dishes for humans. What a lovely *awkward* world it will be! In 2017, Sophia was awarded with a …

“Flyzoo,” A Clear Picture of an Unmanned Future

NOTE: Starting today, I will share my thoughts on things happening across the globe, especially those that spell UNIQUE, ODD, STRANGE, UNUSUAL, DIFFERENT, and BEYOND THE MILLENNIUM. Alibaba has a new venture and just by looking at photos of its "Flyzoo" hotel, I've become speechless. Basically, it's a "future" hotel that features all things technological, …

How Social Media Twisted My Perspective [EXPERIENCE]

Likes are just clicks - not the definition of beauty or goodness.

Family Feud and Judges [UNPOPULAR OPINION]

My family is known in our province for being devout Christians. In fact, my aunt is a Bible woman while my Dad was the Head Usher of his church before he passed away. Almost all of my relatives are Evangelicals and Baptists. I must be the only one who "lost" my way. To be fair, …

The Inspiration You Never Received

Did you ever wonder why you don't seem to get as much support or love from people? Do you feel like it's unfair because nobody asks how you're doing but someone cares about others who seem to have "trivial" issues compared to yours? Do you feel everyone else is complaining about first world problems that …

Good Shoes Won’t Take You to Nice Places; Effort Will [INSPIRATION]

I once heard a quote that caught my attention and it went like this: "Good shoes will take you to beautiful places." Now, this is true to people who have the means to acquire really good shoes. For people like me who didn't grow up with a golden spoon, good shoes to us are those …

Sentiments of Mrs. Doubtfire and Others [OPINION – some content may not be suitable for all readers]

Death is normal. It will come to man no matter what. It prefers no age, gender, or social status. However, I've been wondering why celebrity deaths, specifically suicides, have a very startling effect on some people. It appears there is a "contagion" spreading each time news of a celebrity death breaks the Internet. Those who …

Why Aging People in Developing Countries Face More Rejection [UNPOPULAR OPINION]

It seems that as the world advances, rejections become more common. As the new generation starts getting interested in things older gen people have little or no knowledge about, elder people, even if they are willing to learn or adapt to changes, get rejected. Now, this is isn't applicable to all settings. There are still …