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Filipina Expat

58 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago -

The first filipina OFW podcaster in Thailand. Thoughts about life, migration and so much more.

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Choose yourself today

March 11, 2024 13:25 - 10 minutes - 9.32 MB

Earlier I took a moment to acknowledge that life can be hard. It was my willingness to move in its flow that allowed me to come home safely. Hold yourself tightly.

Real Gems of Laos: A Backpacking Journey from Thailand Crossing Borders

January 12, 2024 00:46 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MB

Join me as I recall our backpacking trip in Laos. A memory lane of wonderful people we met in its scenic landscape.

What if your partner has a change of religion

September 02, 2023 15:01 - 11 minutes - 5.25 MB

Change of religion in relationship could be heartbreaking too. It takes a lot of courage, trust and respect to make it work.

Why you should not be guilty of telling your own story

August 20, 2023 13:44 - 12 minutes - 11.9 MB

We all have this one thing that we can do even if we are unpaid. It doesn't matter if it can't make you earn a living doing it. Have a hobby outside your job that defines who you are. No other person should define it, make your own meaning out of it.

Opening up regarding migration

August 11, 2023 13:33 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MB

Thoughts about migration and how I feel after more than 10 years of being away.

How I changed my reality after raising my vibration

July 27, 2023 13:57 - 8 minutes - 3.88 MB

Believe in the power of words, thoughts and raising your vibration

Simply hang in there

June 20, 2023 15:32 - 4 minutes - 4.29 MB

I am not a coach nor a professional helper but I am here to let you know that you can move further you can move on.

Kindess Stories in Thailand

June 01, 2023 21:28 - 10 minutes - 5.09 MB

Listen about kindness stories I encountered in Thailand

How I feel about moving to several locations due to work in Thailand

May 08, 2023 07:30 - 9 minutes - 4.45 MB

Thoughts about becoming married to expat or married to a filipino expat who works in different project locations.

Reconnecting after a Fall Out

March 23, 2023 17:18 - 7 minutes - 7.2 MB

How I reconnected with a friend after more than 8 years of not talking to eachother.

Filipina connecting with a complete stranger in an outdoor food bazaar in Bangkok

March 16, 2023 18:02 - 9 minutes - 9.23 MB

Today I mer Anna Marie from Romania. A new perspective about turning strangers with a name and hoping that our friends will not turn to strangers.

Things Nobody told you about Songkran in Thailand so let me share some

March 14, 2023 04:40 - 10 minutes - 9.67 MB

Excited for your Songkran holidays. I shared practical tips on how you can enjoy this trip to Thailand. #Travel #Thailand #Songkran

The Truth about Being Childless at 37

March 07, 2023 14:09 - 12 minutes - 5.77 MB

In a world full of opinion, there is one unspoken rule that I want to share. Never ask a married woman why she does not have any kid.

Overcoming Heartbreak during Valentine's Day

February 10, 2023 04:09 - 10 minutes - 5.12 MB

Trigger alert: Heartache. In this episode we delve into the painful topic of cheating in relationships. Allow me to share insights regarding this sensitive topic. Always remember that You are loved, You are worthy and You can move on.

Pag Ibig Lessons from Maria Clara at Ibarra as an OFW

February 08, 2023 05:35 - 14 minutes - 13.2 MB

I am currently hooked with a filipino series Maria Clara at Ibarra. Listen to some of my epiphanies as an OFW relating to the characters in the novel.

Tugon sa mga masama ugali sa mga waiter at F&B fersons

January 26, 2023 05:46 - 13 minutes - 12.4 MB

Xmpre trending si Accla dahil nga sa pagiging close nya di umano sa waiter at kaya nyang pahiran ng cake. Bilang tugon sa ganitong kagaspang na paguugali. Eto naman ang mababahagi ko.

Things to do in 2023

January 13, 2023 10:53 - 10 minutes - 9.99 MB

New Year New Goals and more

Power Hug Para Sa ating Nag Let Go sa 2022

December 21, 2022 10:56 - 8 minutes - 7.85 MB

Allow me to congratulate each one of us for making it this far. Cheers to a new start!

Free gift ideas

December 09, 2022 07:11 - 9 minutes - 8.96 MB

I was walking the other day and I was thinking while people watching some of the free gift ideas this holiday.

How to Achieve Pefect Attendance at Work in Thailand

November 29, 2022 00:40 - 16 minutes - 15.2 MB

Sharing with you my journey on how I was able to achieve a zero tardiness record during my last employment contract in Thailand

Why I don't want you to stay the same

November 17, 2022 08:53 - 10 minutes - 9.58 MB

Don't be afraid to transform yourself. Yo don't owe anyone any explanation on why you change and why there is a need for it. Migrant workers go through a lot of motions.

Budol Stories, Ikaw anung Kwentong Budol mo for today's 11:11?

November 11, 2022 06:48 - 19 minutes - 9.37 MB

So ito na nga ang medyo collection ng budol stories ko. Kinig na pra maiwasan mong mangyari sayo ito at mga aral behind the budol experience.

Fast talk about filipino teachers in Thailand

September 16, 2022 10:58 - 6 minutes - 5.57 MB

Quick basic information about becoming a filipino teacher in Thailand

Why I kept Changing Workplace (Tagalog English)

September 07, 2022 16:48 - 23 minutes - 21.3 MB

Sharing with you my journey in Thailand as a filipina OFW.

How to Create Bubbles out of Fear

July 26, 2022 15:24 - 13 minutes - 6.61 MB

After 36 years, I was able to swim and this is how I did it.

About the art of fucking doing it

July 19, 2022 13:19 - 8 minutes - 8.32 MB

I commited myself to learning how to swim before I even turn 37 and I did just that today.

First time mo bang mag travel sa Bangkok? Basic tips para sayo to

July 15, 2022 03:05 - 6 minutes - 6.01 MB

I have been living in Thailand for 10 years and I call it my second home. Allow me to share my practical hacks in case you are visiting!

Nagkita tayo Gitna

July 14, 2022 09:46 - 8 minutes - 7.84 MB

Why is it important to learn about the middle of the story. The between of our maybes of our epiphanies and our glorious moments even in heartaches. Join me in this middle road.

Real Talk Tayo about Bullying

April 26, 2022 13:03 - 16 minutes - 15.1 MB

This episode allowed me to share my vulnerablity. I walked down the memory lane as someone who experienced bullying at school and in the work place. Take a step back and listen this is for you. You are worth more than their workds. Your dignity, your life matters.

Araw ng mga Kababaihan 2022

March 08, 2022 11:15 - 8 minutes - 4.15 MB

Pagbati para sa ating lahat na patuloy na lumalaban.

Paano ako nagkatrabahong muli sa Thailand

March 01, 2022 15:02 - 18 minutes - 8.54 MB

Medyo matagal na din akong digital nomad, kwento ng pagbangon mula sa kawalan ng empleyado at pag-asa.

How it feels to start a new Job in 0222022 after more than a year of becoming digital nomad- Tagalog

March 01, 2022 15:02 - 18 minutes - 8.54 MB

Medyo matagal na din akong digital nomad, kwento ng pagbangon mula sa kawalan ng empleyado at pag-asa.

Paano Icelebrate ang Valentine's Day Kapag Single Ka

January 24, 2022 00:42 - 18 minutes - 16.8 MB

Hellow happies! Valentine's Day should be for everyone. Love yourself more and allow yourself to feel the love that you deserve. Being single after a long term relationship should be an opportunity for you to go back and give yourself the space to celebrate too. You are not lacking just because you are single.

Passion, Purpose and Grit

January 18, 2022 09:06 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MB

AHA moment about becoming successful today, one must have passion, purpose and Grit. Let's celebrate our wins and persevere towards what makes us feel more alive.

Go Back to Yourself this 2022

January 07, 2022 11:21 - 13 minutes - 12.6 MB

We are always taught to have a new start every New Year to transform ourselves, to be better, to be healthier. Take a step back and go back to your intentions. There is more to life. Start living a life for yourself. Happy New Year Happies!

Happy Holidays Fam!

December 24, 2021 11:38 - 9 minutes - 9.19 MB

I wanna celebrate the holidays wirh you. Thank you for becoming part of this journey. I wish you all the best. Feel free to connect in our Facebook Group Happinay Project. Cheers!

Our Top 10 Filipino Food for the Christmas Season

December 14, 2021 00:55 - 31 minutes - 14.6 MB

In this episode, I was joined by Mike a fellow foodie from Berb App. We both live outside the Philippines and we had a conversation regarding our top picks for our Christmas food preparations. This is not entirely about traditional food preparations back home but we just exchanged ideas on how we do it these days. Are you ready with your list for your upcoming dinner or parties? Tune in to get more flavorful ideas. 

Standard of Beauty

November 30, 2021 11:48 - 15 minutes - 14.8 MB

We are nearing the end of 2021. Many will sell us the way or the path that would lead us to a more beautiful us. How do we see ourselves in the mirror? I want us to go back and embrace ourselves tighter, self-love is more than a phrase. It is a noble act so that we could multiply ourselves better. Be more because you are already beautiful.

Some updates and of course gratitude

November 04, 2021 19:11 - 11 minutes - 11 MB

I took a month long hiatus. I wanna extend my gratitude for staying, listening and giving me the space to share my thoughts. Let's connect! We are already in Facebook. Check our Happinay Project page

How To Kill Your Dreams

September 30, 2021 15:19 - 18 minutes - 17.5 MB

These days taught us to be practical and I realized that it could kill dreams if we remain that way thinking that we should be on an autopilot fit for a survival mode:

Love in Times of Corona, Thoughs on Creating Pandemic Ready Relationship

September 28, 2021 03:53 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MB

I am no longer single, not a mom and in between. I would lke to share some of my thoughts regarding relationships and how we can make it pandemic ready. Be a tomato. Give your lycopene only to those who deserves it. Check out my thoughts regarding romantic relationships during this pandemic.

Kill the symptoms of virus, respond to it as an emergency

September 07, 2021 01:41 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MB

Three family members had the slight symptoms of the virus, we were told to wait 5 days before testing and had to stay at home. Our respond was to take it as an emergency case at home. I would like to share with you what we did with those slight symptoms. I am grateful to everyone who supported us in that journey. This pandemic taught me to become more resilient. I am not a medical expert, please seek your doctor immediately for any symptoms. This podcast is just a narrative in case you have t...

Chef Niño Malle joined Iron Chef Thailand and he won in one category. Learn more about his story

August 11, 2021 03:09 - 29 minutes - 13.6 MB

I love food. I am drawn to people who makes it and prepares it with a lot of love. Join me as I share with you the story of Filipino chef in Thailand. His culinary masterpieces were experienced by some of TH's most stylish hotels. He shared with me his story, his thrive and inspiration to prosper in times of pandemic. Food is a great conversation starter. Join us!

ChefTable with Eat Matters founder Chef Isi Laureano

August 04, 2021 05:55 - 1 hour - 36.2 MB

Filipino gastronomy is unique and has to be celebrated. Allow me to share the story of Chef Isi Laureano, a passionate Filipina chef and her thrive during the pandemic. Get to know her thoughts about that one Filipino dish that has the potential in the world stage. 

Mike Talplacido of Kiss My Mike took us in his journey as a Filipino writer based in US.

July 16, 2021 01:11 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MB

I met Mike Talplacido in one of my online platforms. Today, he shared about his thrive as a Filipino writer and his techniqes on how he was able to publish his book Kiss My Mike. A book about hos momento, love stories, LGBT pride and his diaspora journey.

Sustainable Fashion Practices I did while Iam in Bangkok, Thailand

July 11, 2021 11:32 - 21 minutes - 19.5 MB

Sustainable fashion is more of an awareness for me. Whenever we are aware about our closet, we know what we want in it. Join me as I share with you some of the experiences I had in his quest for more mindful clothes shopping.

Sharing with you my happy home activities that you could try for FREE!

July 01, 2021 08:09 - 14 minutes - 13.8 MB

This pandemic made us stay at home. We are in this together and while we wait for the word to return to our old ways, allow me to share my home activities that you could give a try. Home is where the heart is so we have to keep our hearts happy and healthy. Happy home happy life!

Grit and adventures. Harold Josevich Bernal shares his acting on Netflix series while in Canada

June 23, 2021 05:52 - 30 minutes - 28.6 MB

Our friend Harold loves traveling and he likes to go on adventures. He walked away from his career in the business district in the Philippines to pursue new passion. Listen to his stories on how his casual Canadian visits turned into migration and learning to become a student once again. His stint in a Netflix series is another story. Thanks for staying!

Harold Josevich Bernal & his journey as Filipino international student in Canada and Netflix stint

June 23, 2021 05:52 - 30 minutes - 28.6 MB

Our friend Harold loves traveling and he likes to go on adventures. He walked away from his career in the business district in the Philippines to pursue new passion. Listen to his stories on how his casual Canadian visits turned into migration and learning to become a student once again. His stint in a Netflix series is another story. Thanks for staying!

I will Always be my father's little girl

June 16, 2021 11:09 - 19 minutes - 17.8 MB

Tatay is a Filipino word for father. This episode is very personal and it allowed me to become vulnerable. A father may be biological or someone who held us during our journey. A bond that we could safely say we have someone to call our rock. Thankful to every father who kissed the sun for our future. Gratitude to every dad who silently stood for us when nobody even dared to look at us. Ang Tatay ko is all about my father who may be the same as yours.