Love, Growth, and Freedom
123 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsA podcast that talks about the twists and turns of life and how all things are intertwined by love, growth and freedom!
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What it's like being in the closet? | With Karl Bautista
June 26, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 65.6 MBWe’d like to dive deeper into the lives of people in the community and what it means for us to have our voices heard in this society! The hardships we had growing up and all the things we had to learn the tough way. Sharing with you our vulnerable parts being a member of this community.
Why we celebrate PRIDE? | With Chal Maling
June 25, 2021 17:00 - 59 minutes - 54.7 MBThis episode aims to educate and help people be aware of the reasons and need for pride month and that it’s not all just rainbow flags and parades. Pride is a movement that seeks to uplift voices from the community! To fend off hate and further casualties in our community.
Make mistakes when you can
June 24, 2021 18:00 - 18 minutes - 16.7 MBThis episode aims to have a mindset that allows ourselves to make mistakes. To leave a space for us to be vulnerable and take advantage of the resources you have to make mistakes. At a certain point we were all given an opportunity to learn and actually expected to make mistakes. Flow: - You can feel bad about your mistakes · Making mistakes suck, especially those honest mistakes where you really was so oblivious to it. · Feel bad about it because it does take a b...
Make mistakes when you can
June 24, 2021 17:00 - 18 minutes - 16.7 MBThis episode aims to have a mindset that allows ourselves to make mistakes. To leave a space for us to be vulnerable and take advantage of the resources you have to make mistakes. At a certain point we were all given an opportunity to learn and actually expected to make mistakes.
I am human and I am allowed to make mistakes
June 17, 2021 18:00 - 19 minutes - 18.1 MBmis·take /məˈstāk/ noun an action or judgment that is misguided or wrong. "coming here was a mistake" Objective: Understanding that as humans we are allowed to make mistakes and it is inevitable. We go hard on ourselves to make sure not to make a mistake but it is essentially what makes us human, our imperfections and the likes. With mistakes we grow and learn to become the ones we’re meant to be each day. Flow: -What will this season by about? Why...
I am human and I am allowed to make mistakes
June 17, 2021 17:00 - 19 minutes - 18.1 MBUnderstanding that as humans we are allowed to make mistakes and it is inevitable. We go hard on ourselves to make sure not to make a mistake but it is essentially what makes us human, our imperfections and the likes. With mistakes we grow and learn to become the ones we’re meant to be each day.
It's okay to feel bad sometimes.
June 03, 2021 14:29 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MBJust another bonus episode of a raw and vulnerable me explaining that loving yourself is a never ending process. That feeling bad about certain situations are a part of life and its okay to have your reaction!
Don't be a passenger in your own life.
May 30, 2021 23:59 - 28 minutes - 25.7 MBThis is a bonus episode I did with my tiktok followers on a live stream! I had this silly thought in the car and I wanted to share it. How sometimes in our lives we are given multiple chances to blame our circumstances for who we've become but we have to realize that at a point in we also have a choice for the person we are becoming. Hope you enjoy this bonus episode!
How to stay ready?
May 20, 2021 18:00 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MBHow to be ready? Objective: Now we all know how we could look at setbacks and how we could use it as the platform of our comeback it’s time for us to prepare. Let’s get ready for the long haul. This is to remind you it won’t get easier from here, because working on yourself and your goals will be hard and is going to take a long while before it actualizes. Before results show up in front of your face. (Gym analogy- working out and the pump, the temporary high but results s...
How to stay ready?
May 20, 2021 17:00 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MBNow we all know how we could look at setbacks and how we could use it as the platform of our comeback it’s time for us to prepare. Let’s get ready for the long haul. This is to remind you it won’t get easier from here, because working on yourself and your goals will be hard and is going to take a long while before it actualizes. Before results show up in front of your face, working out your habits and your being. Will show up after constant work on ourselves.
How to take responsibility?
May 13, 2021 18:00 - 43 minutes - 39.4 MBAccountability Noun 1. 1. the fact or condition of being accountable; responsibility. Objective: This episode has the goal to let us know how we could take responsibility for our actions and to follow through. There are many ways we could encounter moments of placing the blame on things we can’t control. In this episode we’ll talk about why is it important for us to take accountability and how we could ask help from others to keep us on track. -Wh...
How to take responsibility?
May 13, 2021 17:00 - 43 minutes - 39.4 MBThis episode has the goal to let us know how we could take responsibility for our actions and to follow through. There are many ways we could encounter moments of placing the blame on things we can’t control. In this episode we’ll talk about why is it important for us to take accountability and how we could ask help from others to keep us on track.
Mother's know best!| With Celine Duarte
May 08, 2021 15:00 - 51 minutes - 46.9 MBThis episode is about showing us what mothers go through as they face the challenges of motherhood. What changes within them from the time the found out they were bringing a hooman into this world to raising them to be good and loving people. We often say mothers are superheroes! Getting things done and keeping the house together and still provide that TLC that we need. They’re also humans which means there are struggles within their triumphs that we don’t see! So as a celebration o...
Mother's know best!| With Celine Duarte
May 08, 2021 14:00 - 51 minutes - 46.9 MBThis episode is about showing us what mothers go through as they face the challenges of motherhood. What changes within them from the time the found out they were bringing a hooman into this world to raising them to be good and loving people. We often say mothers are superheroes! Getting things done and keeping the house together and still provide that TLC that we need. They’re also humans which means there are struggles within their triumphs that we don’t see! So as a celebration of all moth...
Realign your priorities!
May 06, 2021 18:00 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MBRealign Verb 1. 1. change one's position or attitude with regard to (a person, organization, or cause). Objective: When you already know what needs to be improved on and you’re wired to take on the challenge. You have accepted all the things out of your control and is ready to make the first step to progress. Here comes the time we grind. Let’s start realigning the things that matter to us, the things that we can start working on and making a system that works ...
Realign your priorities!
May 06, 2021 17:00 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MBFiguring out what to do and realigning the things you need to do in order to achieve that best version of yourself is key. When you already know what needs to be improved on and you’re wired to take on the challenge. You have accepted all the things out of your control and is ready to make the first step to progress. Here comes the time we grind. Let’s start realigning the things that matter to us, the things that we can start working on and making a system that works for you.
Be patient with yourself!
April 29, 2021 17:00 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MBWelcome back lovies to another episode of this season on setbacks. This episode will talk about why you should have a spirit of patience as you go through your journey of self-improvement. To have a patient heart and mind through the process we’re going through is a must. Life isn’t linear unlike how the society tells us it is. Progress is different for everybody and also setbacks. Knowing this and accepting that it will always be different gives us a fresher perspective when it comes to be...
How to identify what to improve on?
April 22, 2021 18:00 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MBIdentifying the problem! Analyze verb 1. examine methodically and in detail the constitution or structure of (something, especially information), typically for purposes of explanation and interpretation. Objective: Once you’ve understood that setbacks are part of life and it’s there for a reason. You then have the power to analyze and identify where you could make changes in your life. Everyone starts somewhere and identifying the problem or...
How to identify what to improve on?
April 22, 2021 17:00 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MBOnce you’ve understood that setbacks are part of life and it’s there for a reason. You then have the power to analyze and identify where you could make changes in your life. Everyone starts somewhere and identifying the problem or the parts that need improvement will give us clarity.
How to overcome and understand setbacks
April 15, 2021 17:00 - 19 minutes - 17.8 MBThis episode sparks the next season of this podcast! I as the speaker has gone through a mental block in creating this and it shed a light on my own setbacks as a person. So this first episode will be about understanding what each setback means for us. How do we position ourselves to look at these setbacks on a positive note. Why understanding this concept is key to know how we could react into situations that are out of our control. Hope you enjoy it and send some love on our Facebook page...
The importance of Reproductive Health with Dr. Dirna Mayasari of Médecins Sans Frontières (Doctors Without Borders)
February 18, 2021 17:00 - 55 minutes - 50.6 MBReproductive health seems to be like a big word for us to all handle and digest. It represents a lot of things but mostly when this word comes to mind most of us would directly relate this to sexual activity and sexual health, but little did we know that it goes far beyond that, that it is a social issue that needs to be addressed. In this episode we aim to shatter these myths and misconceptions of what reproductive health is and why as humans we have to lobby and call for a more comprehens...
Why is celebrating your wins important |With Alec Cuenca
January 28, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 60.2 MBA win is still a win, big or small. So what are the reasons why we shouldn't celebrate it? We often overlook these triumphs we have in life and we start to feel miserable because we think nothing good comes off of what we do. In this episode Alec Cuenca the host of Smalltalk podcasts and I discussed about why celebrating your wins are important and how it could help you! Enjoy listening and thank you again for another amazing season together!
How do we trust and be grateful for the process? |With Bridge Lee
January 21, 2021 16:00 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MBWe hear this often from people who are working toward their goal. "Trust the process" but what does it really mean when you trust the process. What are the things we have to look out for when you say this. I know that most of us have goals we want to achieve at a certain pace and when we don't get this in our expected time and whatsoever we get disheartened. We forget the progress isn't linear and that the process and journey as we reach our goals have lessons within them that is trying to he...
Why do we have to thank the strangers we meet? |With Roma Miclat
January 14, 2021 19:28 - 53 minutes - 49.2 MBIn our lives we meet people as we grow up, the cycle goes from strangers then to friends or acquaintances if we're lucky enough lifelong companions in our lives. You know the thin line between strangers and the people you have in your life? Is the chance you gave each of these then strangers a chance to be a part of your life. In my years growing up I have realized that there were multiple strangers that helped me in my life that turned to be an amazing companion all throughout. There were st...
Thank you, Friends With Trisha Bustamante
January 07, 2021 17:00 - 58 minutes - 53.8 MBGrowing up we are surrounded with different people that all were strangers from the start that became huge parts of our lives. These friends we've got growing up has been with us through thick and thin and in this episode Trisha Bustamante and I go ruminate on those friendships and express immense gratitude for being there for each other during the tough times. This is dedicated to all my friends!! Thank you!
The lessons we learned in 2020|With Rubina Bernabe
December 29, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 70.4 MBLet's face it, 2020 was a mess. A chaotic year filled with unfortunate events. As the saying goes where there is good there is bad and where there is bad there is good. The world suffered this 2020 and coming out of it, the question left is what have we learned? We realized that the system is broken, a lot of the things we swept under the rug came back to haunt us. I guess the only good thing 2020 has brought is that the clarity and awareness of the things we need to change as humans. Join ...
Being thankful for our family| With Samantha Duarte
December 24, 2020 17:00 - 53 minutes - 48.7 MBWe all know how our family and how we all were raised are a big part of who we are. There are countless things that our family has taught us. Our lives after we were born were already being set up by our parents. Having hopes and dreams for us and paving the way for us discover who we are. A lot of us take these things for granted, the small things we do with our family and the things that we don't notice about our own little family dynamic. Growing up I was able to work on my own self-awaren...
How Gratitude changes people
December 17, 2020 17:00 - 32 minutes - 30 MBTalking about gratitude and how it could bring us good and change our lives. In this episode we dive deeper in the other wonders of gratitude while I share some of the things that brought the storm to my life but I'm grateful for. There are things that would come our way that we wouldn't understand why it happened to us but we have to go through. For now you wouldn't see it as something to be grateful for but maybe after a while you'll understand and be grateful that it happened. Of course it...
How to practice Gratitude: A guide on being grateful
December 10, 2020 17:00 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBOn this second episode we talk about some concrete ways we could cultivate the spirit of gratitude. Sharing some experiences that changed my perspective on a lot of things. The process of learning to be grateful for most of the things we have in life will be tough but at least you have these tips to work on! I encourage you to keep trying because having a grateful spirits have lasting effects on the persons we are trying to be. Enjoy listening to this episode!
The benefits of Gratitude and why is it important?
December 03, 2020 17:00 - 39 minutes - 35.9 MBThis episode will be talking about the benefits of gratitude and the things that it could teach us. Helping us to reflect on the things that has changed us greatly. Finding the light and the head space to accept the things we can't change and be grateful for the things that brought us change that we weren't ready for but needed. Welcome to our 4th season of this podcast focusing on the journey and process of practicing gratitude!
The power of opening up to someone
November 19, 2020 23:30 - 53 minutes - 49.2 MBOpening up to someone has always been challenging. The idea of being vulnerable about our emotions and thoughts to someone could be daunting, because of all the preconceived notions and judgements that could come off of it. What I learned is that it is extremely liberating and powerful to be able to think out loud and be open to someone you can trust! In this episode Carl and I would dive deep into my thoughts and insecurities. The story here was it was just supposed to be us catching up bu...
How do we move forward?
October 29, 2020 15:50 - 38 minutes - 35.3 MBAfter talking about various things that make us wonder. To cap this season off this episode talks about how do we move forward. Speaking from experience and the lessons I've learned this episode discusses the perspectives that we could have to brace ourselves for the challenges we're about to face. How we could align all the things we're doing to the future we want for ourselves and digging deep into the idea of the law of attraction and manifesting outcomes in your life. It is a balance of ...
Am I on the right path?
October 22, 2020 15:50 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MBDo you ever catch yourself wondering if you're on the right path? If this is where you're supposed to be and go? I do, I constantly ask myself this question whenever I feel like what i'm doing right now doesn't really make sense but I do it anyway. In this episode I talk about going through the hoops to get to where I am today. Relearning and understanding the things that brought me to the current path that I am today and the countless things I tried before realizing that teaching and podcast...
On Cancel Culture: Are we all just that?
October 15, 2020 15:50 - 48 minutes - 44.8 MBWe often forget that we are humans and that we all make mistakes. In recent events cancel culture has been prevalent and caused tidal waves of change; both good and bad. In this episode you'd get a glimpse of what cancel culture is and what could come out of it! Hear my discussion with Ryan Tresplacios on our thoughts about cancelling people. Is it really the best thing to do? Are all just that? Subscriptions that we could cancel anytime? For this week's episode we'd like to thank media Amb...
When is it okay to be selfish?
October 08, 2020 16:50 - 56 minutes - 51.5 MBSometimes its okay to be selfish Am I selfish to choose myself? 1. Sometimes we forget ourselves because we’re afraid of being selfish · Selfish is defined (of a person, action, or motive) lacking consideration for others; concerned chiefly with one's own personal profit or pleasure. · And we always think that when we choose what’s best for us and our inner peace it equates to selfishness. · How can you care for people if you can’t even take care of yourself ...
When is it okay to be selfish?
October 08, 2020 15:50 - 56 minutes - 51.5 MBTalking about how we are social beings that need relationships and people around us. This episode wants to highlight the things we could and are allowed to be selfish for. Join Carl and I as we navigate through how being selfish can be beneficial to both you and everyone else. Hear us talk about the acceptable level of selfishness and why it's important to stand on our own two feet before asking to carry the weight of people around you. Because sometimes it's okay to be selfish, and we hope ...
On chasing the idea of love
October 01, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 56.9 MBLet's all face the age old question of what is love? Love can be very complex and different for each and everyone of us. We don't experience the same love twice, and also the same kind all together with someone. Our understanding of love is also relative to how we see the world and what our experiences are. Its really nice to have a new perspective on love and to learn how other people see love. In this episode I would be having a long and relatable conversation with our guest host, Gelli of ...
Maybe you're not meant to fit in
September 24, 2020 16:00 - 45 minutes - 41.5 MBGrowing up we were all told what we should be, how we should act, and what we should want for ourselves. These things as we grow up have jaded our perception of who we truly are and maybe that causes us to think for ourselves as we become adults and we become confused about what we should be and what we want us to be. We then realized maybe we don't fit into this world at all even though we belong. Join me and Shari Narciso the other half of the Pechay Show as we talk about embracing our own ...
On developing a healthy sense of self
September 17, 2020 17:06 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MBLife can get shaky and tough, especially when you're also struggling with your inner voice and thoughts of who you are. That is why it's important for us to have time to introspect about our lives and what we stand for so we are able to stick by them through the test of time. Doing this will help us shape how we see ourselves and understanding our own self is key for us to have a healthy sense of self. This episode will talk about the importance of a healthy sense of self and how we all could...
Am I ever enough?
September 10, 2020 17:00 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MBWe are often our own harshest critics, having our minds wired to only view success as the only place we could be and aim for. This episode goes in-depth and trying to understand how our self-worth should be defined internally and for who we are and not what we're expected to be by society. In this day and age, we pressure ourselves and people around us to be a certain way based on what is expected, and most of the time we become like Icarus whose wings are burned from trying to fly ...
Am I ever enough?
September 10, 2020 16:00 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MBHow often do you find yourself questioning your self-worth? There will be times when we are left with our own thoughts and expectations of who we're supposed to be at certain points in our lives, and it leads us to questions our decisions and how we perceive our worth. In this episode join me as we talk about anchoring self-worth in a more stable place rather than external forces. Let's sit down with our thoughts and fight our way thru those inner saboteurs we have and understand that we are ...
On comparing yourself to others
September 03, 2020 16:58 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MBAn episode that deals with understanding why we compare ourselves to others. Often times we are reminded that we have our own paces, that our star will shine bright the moment it is supposed to shine. Even though we all know these truths we can't avoid comparing ourselves with people around us. This episode digs deeper into this idea of comparison and gives a little technique on how to redirect your mind from comparing your life to others.
On making sense of things
August 27, 2020 17:00 - 17 minutes - 15.9 MBIn this new season join us as we talk about all the conversations and monologues we have with ourselves. Answering the questions that linger at the back of our heads. Making sense of the questions and doubts about ourselves and where we're headed. Let's dive deep into these thoughts and learn how we could cope with these as we go along the way.
The new and better you
August 06, 2020 23:16 - 28 minutes - 25.7 MBExperiences like a broken heart and pain can change people. It's best that we take the time to get to know more about ourselves and the growth that we have undergone. This is essential for us to be able to find and develop healthy relationships with our friends and probable partners. Taking in what we've learned from those experiences and ourselves. We now get to assert what we want and need. So join me and Nicole as we recall our experiences and how we found the power to love ourselves after...
The thing about healing
July 23, 2020 16:04 - 21 minutes - 20 MBOne thing that a lot of people miss out on the idea of healing is the thought of where to start? Maybe it's not where but how? In this episode join me in a more relaxed conversation sharing my personal thoughts and experiences about healing. Listen to how I relive some of the things that helped me move forward in my path of healing. If you're someone who needs to hear this I hope this helped even just a little. Happy listening Lovies!
Will we ever heal?
July 16, 2020 15:00 - 54 minutes - 49.8 MBThe process of healing from past traumas and hurt could be such a terrifying thing to go through. For some, it may even seem impossible. We have to note that in many levels and aspects our lives are different from each other and the perception and experiences we have are totally different so healing for each and every one of us is different in that same level and magnitude. In this episode, my colleague Bella and I discussed a very raw and real experience she went through and talked about her...
How can we forgive?
July 09, 2020 20:38 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBForgiveness is something that we all struggle to do, not because we don't want to forgive, but because it's sometimes so difficult to process the pain and hurt from experiences like this. Join my good friends and I as we discuss how we could learn how to forgive and how it is something that could set us free. It is different for everybody so to hear different perspectives of people about this topic seems like a good way to open your eyes to some realities of what forgiveness could b...
How can we forgive?
July 09, 2020 19:38 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBForgiveness is something that we all struggle to do, not because we don't want to forgive, but because it's sometimes so difficult to process the pain and hurt from experiences like this. Join my good friends and I as we discuss how we could learn how to forgive and how it is something that could set us free. It is different for everybody so to hear different perspectives of people about this topic seems like a good way to open your eyes to some realities of what forgiveness could be.
Illuminating the Spectra
June 29, 2020 20:56 - 1 hour - 66.5 MBThe world needs to have more compassion for each and every individual fostering a more cooperative state rather than a competitive one. For us to constantly grow and see new perspectives, we have to learn more about the things around us and how we could help make it better for everybody else. To cap the series off I have invited brilliant minded and kindhearted individuals from the Illuminates of the Spectra from Siliman University to enlighten us about Gender Equality, and how Feminism stand...
That Gay Dude
June 28, 2020 16:24 - 18 minutes - 16.8 MBTo be gay at a time like this still isn’t easy, even though a lot of people that went before us fought tooth and nail for this kind of freedom we have, there’s still a long way. Here with me today is Karlo Bacayan a dear friend of mine to talk about his journey growing up as a gay man. Shedding light to certain struggles and triumphs that should be celebrated with pride!