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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.…
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Lake Bensis: Beauty That Launched A Thousand Ships
When I was little, I would think of a million ways to find my own version of Helen of Troy. At the school library, I’d spend hours reading Greek mythology, hoping to find clues on the whereabouts of my own Helen. Of course, I had no plans of marrying an adulterer or an enchantress like her. The truth is, I was just so curious and eager to see a face that could launch a thousand ships. And, never in my wildest dreams did I imagine that I’d discover her in a remote area of Toledo, Cebu. As the fresh breeze was gently blowing in my face, I gazed at the…
