Relationships
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Hosting parties during the time of COVID-19
With protocols loosening up in the face of the decreasing COVID-related cases in the country, I sometimes forget it’s out there (still) inflicting people. And now that we can finally attend and even host parties, the fears of COVID are slowly jumping out of our thoughts. But what’s fascinating is how we’re getting used to… Read more
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How to be misunderstood
Well, you might find it easier than being understood. How so? By barely saying anything, continue showing how mad or disappointed you are. Let your object of wrath read between the lines–interpret the unecessary banging of doors and clanging of the dishes you just washed. Yes, let them read through all those things you never… Read more
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Insecurities think bad about people
An insecure person also collects ill wills and unleashes them when the object of anger (or even irritation) provokes them. As hostility unconsciously rises outside the most profound thoughts, even the one who spoke them out loud is surprised by the words that go out of their mouths. And their words are like daggers that… Read more
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Handling complaints
We all want better service. But when things that are out of your control happen (like a cockroach floating in your glass of water while at a restaurant), you might wonder how such a thing occurs. Aside from the loss of your appetite, what would you do? How would you respond to the situation? Of… Read more
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Family gatherings
If you think about a family gathering, you might also remember the food you’ve shared. It seems that food is central in every get-together. However, most of the time, we gather not for the food but for the interactions we will make. Because aside from being social, we want to know and be known. And… Read more
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The after party
Yesterday felt like a dream. However, I can still remember moments vividly. Have you ever felt how draining it feels right after the party? It’s as if all the adrenaline is finally going away, and now you’re left with all the soreness and the ache, and you just want to lie down on your bed… Read more
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It’s not mother’s day but this is worth telling about
Seeing your mom at her workplace takes your perspective about her to a different level. You don’t just see her as your mom anymore. You now look at her as a professional. And just like other professionals, it’s interesting to see how much your mother knows about her work. Most of the time, we only… Read more