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Mount Talinis: The Fearless Apolong-Apolong Adventure
Why does trouble always follow me around? Am I secretly attracting bad luck, or is the world just going on a downward spiral? Will there be an end to this seemingly endless spell of troubles? In the last couple of years, misfortunes have been persistently haunting me. And, today, on our first day in Mount Talinis, I feel like trouble is once again on a mission to wreck our major climb in Negros Oriental. But, guess what? I really don’t give a shit. I’m a fearless free spirit, immune to all the stress and adversities life throws at me. And, even with all the challenges that Mount Talinis is giving…
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The Secret Life of A Social Misfit
Every new acquaintance starts with the question “what do you do for a living”. And, in an era with a high regard for successful and extraordinary lives, we always try to give a spectacular answer to impress the person asking that question. Let’s face it, we all want to be adored and become a subject of someone’s interest. Of course, nobody wants to be tagged as a social misfit. Although the question seems like a harmless ice breaker, it’s actually one of the reasons why depression is through the roof these days. The truth is, we’re living in a society where the level of respect you get from people depends…
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Sibonga And Its Therapeutic, Enriching Mountains
My heart raced. With each breath, my heart pounded loudly like the rhythms of a tribal drum. As I was standing precariously on a steep slope in a secluded mountain in Sibonga, I could feel sweat dripping into my eyes and my mouth going dry. And, with a torn left glute and 24 hours of no sleep, this outdoor exploration in Sibonga seemed like a recipe for disaster. As I was taking a deep breath, and soaking up the scent of soil, I felt a wave of joy flooding through me. My heart fluttered with excitement, with each step and every obstacle I conquered. Moments later, I found myself at…
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The Mesmerizing Toledo Lakes And My Infinite Adventure
We all yearn to live in a reality where the adventure never ends. We venture into foreign lands and exotic places, hoping to be dazzled by exquisite sights. And, we climb steep peaks to appease our wanderlust and create moments that we’ll cherish for a lifetime. But, sometimes, you don’t have to travel far to experience the most rewarding, eye-opening and mind-blowing adventures. With a go-with-the-flow attitude, a can-do drive and the right recipe, exploring your home soil often leads to an endless series of adventures to places like the picturesque Toledo lakes. With a total land area of 4,993 square kilometers, Cebu isn’t exactly a humongous island to explore.…
