5 Things that I’m Good At

Today, I picked this card for my BDJ Dare To Be Creative deck:

Make a list of 5 things that you’re really good at

”What do you do and give so effortlessly? Think of what other people ask you help for.”

Here are the 5 things that I’m really good at:

  1. I am good at writing

  2. I am good at playing the flute by ear

  3. I am good at taking photographs

  4. I am good at crochet

  5. I excel at cardio, especially Zumba

And here are ten more things that I’m really good at:

  1. I am good at identifying local businesses to support and promote

  2. I am a good and fair product tester

  3. I am a good singer

  4. I am a good foodie in the sense that I am effective in sharing restaurants and delicious dishes

  5. I am a good and effective brand ambassador

  6. I am good in public speaking

  7. I am good in building and following routine

  8. I am good in giving gifts to people I know well

  9. I am a talented commuter!

  10. I am good at walking

Bonus: People ask me to pray for them, so that makes me a good intercessor!

I can do all these, and more!

The Ransom Collective’s Leah Halili teases release of first solo single “Fourth of July”

Indie-folk singer-songwriter Leah Halili is set to premiere her first solo single “Fourth Of July.”

Brimming with delicate arrangements and lush vocals, “Fourth of July” is her first official release outside of The Ransom Collective, which she is still a part of.

 

According to Halili, the song is about “that warm, fuzzy feeling that you get after meeting the person you like. These moments evoke the joy and happiness this special day brings to a lot of people on the other side of the world.”

 

Following the official announcement through a teaser video, Leah Halili has been giving a sneak peek into the behind-the-scenes details of her upcoming solo release, which includes home studio sessions and recording previews of her new track.

 

About Leah Halili

 

Leah Halili makes confessional folk-pop songs that memorialize small, intimate details and resonant experiences with a stripped-down direction. The 27-year-old singer-songwriter is currently working on an upcoming EP to be independently released soon, with “Fourth Of July” as its first single.

 

With music influences that range from Bon Iver to Lucy Rose, Leah Halili challenges herself to find new dimensions in writing heartfelt songs about love, the lack of it, and its fugitive presence to most of us. 

 

Leah is also the bassist and vocalist of acclaimed six-piece band, The Ransom Collective.

Source: Nyou

One Month Of Journaling

Today marks the first month of my daily journaling habit. This is my first daily journaling experience with a paper notebook and an actual pen. I must say that physical, tangible journaling has been helpful in the following ways:

  1. I am able to share my stress management routine.

  2. I am able to process anger.

  3. I am able to break down what grief means to me and how it affects me.

  4. I am able to plan the things that I still want to be better at for the rest of 2021.

  5. I am able to share my favorite songs.

  6. I am able to share my desk essentials and how they help me.

…and many more! I did not expect journaling to be a roadmap during the pandemic. It has become my guide to becoming a better person. I have built a habit that invites me to be kinder to myself. As a result, I am able to pass on this kindness to other people.

Here’s to more months of journaling!

Recalibrate

Today’s theme on my BDJ Spark Your Magic workbook is Recalibrate.

”There are so many things that are out of our hands right now, but focusing on the things you can control, no matter how small, can reassure you and inspire you to take action.”

Here are the categories that map out my life at the moment:

What’s not working in my life:

  • Job hunting during the pandemic has been unsuccessful so far because recruiters say that I am overqualified.

  • Living within my means has been doable, but challenging.

  • Controlling my temper has been a slow work in progress.

How if would look like if they were:

  • I would have a job that I am qualified and appropriately paid for.

  • I can have more savings if I continue to live within my means.

  • Controlling my temper has led to more harmonious relationships with the people around me.

What I can do to bridge the gap:

  • I can continue blogging and maintaining my Human Nature Online Store.

  • I can plan my expenses ahead of time.

  • I have been controlling my temper through daily journaling. I will carry on with this practice as it has been helping me a lot.

I am really grateful that I am more self-aware thanks to journaling. My partner has also been very supportive and has been patiently listening to me whenever I share my struggles and plans to improve. I am fortunate to have a support system that allows me to work on myself without judgement during the pandemic.

I am constantly improving myself. I know that this does not happen overnight. The goal is to attain progress, not perfection. The key to achieving positive change is to work on myself, one day at a time.

I have many blessings in my life. I have my blog, my Human Nature Online Store (please support!), and a wonderful life. I can move forward and improve because I believe that I have everything I need to have everything I want!

June Pink Sisters Visit

I make it a point to visit the Pink Sisters Convent in Quezon City from time to time. It used to be a monthly visit, but due to the pandemic, I could only make it every other month. This visit was particularly special as it was Father’s Day. I made sure that I prayed for the eternal repose of the soul of my late father and grandfather.

I am so lucky to live near a convent that houses sisters of perpetual adoration. If you also have worries and prayers, drop by the Pink Sisters Convent. It is free and calming.

Honor Your Tools

Today, my BDJ Dare to Be Creative deck tasked me to Honor Your Tools:

”These are the objects that allow you to do what you love to do every day. What are your favorite tools for work? Your desk essentials? Draw them and write what you like about them.”

Since I cannot draw to save my life, I will share photos of my desk and preferred tools:

Standing desk from Mangkakahoy- I love working while standing, so this is the ideal desk for me.

Tulip Etimo Red 4.00mm crochet hook from Oh My Yarn!- This crochet hook lets the yarn glide effortlessly for a smooth and easy crochet experience.

A6 Journal and Vegan Leather Sleeve from Noted Journal PH- This handy notebook is perfect for self-expression and serves as my pandemic diary.

0.5mm Gel Pen from Muji- This pen is my favorite for journaling on both my bullet journal and daily journal.

Slim grid notebook and vegan leather sleeve from Noted Journal PH- This notebook is the ideal size for me and it serves as my bullet journal for my schedule, tasks, and habit trackers for workouts and bible reading.

My tools all deserve to be honored as they serve me well and allow me to be my best everyday!

Filipino-American R&B artist H.E.R. bares soul on new album, Back Of My Mind

We’re halfway through 2021, and Filipina-American R&B sensation H.E.R. (who is halfway to EGOT status), has not let her foot off the gas! The Grammy and Academy Award winner has finally released her highly-anticipated full-length album, Back of My Mind, via MBK Entertainment/RCA Records. 

Clocking in at 21 tracks, Back of My Mind includes a star-studded lineup of guest features by Chris Brown, Ty Dolla $ign, Cordae, Lil Baby, Thundercat, Yung Bleu, DJ Khaled, Bryson Tiller, and YG.   Producers Hit-Boy,KAYTRANADA, Cardiak, Rodney Jerkins, DJ Camper, and more provide lush and repeat-worthy productions, leaving adequate space for the four-time Grammy Award winner’s pristine vocals (and guitar shredding skills) to shine throughout. R&B at its core, Back of My Mind showcases H.E.R.’s unique versatility as a singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. 

“This collection of songs comes from feelings and thoughts that I’ve had in the back of mind,” says H.E.R.“That’s where I live sometimes. Some things I talk about in my music and other things I may have been afraid to say or admit. I’m finding freedom in being truthful with expression.” 

H.E.R. kicked off 2021 in the most stellar of ways by winning two Grammy Awards - Song of the Year for “I Can’t Breathe” and Best R&B Song for her contribution to Robert Glasper’s “Better Than I Imagined,” plus an Academy Award for her powerful song “Fight For You” from the Warner Bros. Pictures’ film Judas and the Black Messiah.  Her recent show-stopping performance with Chris Stapleton on the CMT Music Awards was proceeded by equally impressive performances on the Billboard Music Awards with DJ Khaled and The Migos, iHeartRadio Music Awards’ Elton John Tribute, Oscars: Into The Spotlight special, Super Bowl LV, and more.   

Currently gracing the cover of Variety, H.E.R is starring in her own special episode of Amazon’s Prime Day Show, featuring music from the new album. On June 21, iHeartMedia will host the iHeartRadio Album Release Party with H.E.R. featuring an exclusive performance and an intimate conversation with Angie Martinez. The event will stream on the FOXSOUL YouTube channel and FOXSOUL.tv., and broadcast across iHeartMedia’s R&B, Rhythm and select Hip Hop radio stations at 9pm ET/6pm PT.

The dynamic performer will return to NYC’s Rockefeller Center on June 25 for her second Today Show summer concert, followed by performances at the BET Awards on June 27, and her first-ever concert with the LA Philharmonic at The Hollywood Bowl on August 13 & 14. 

Listen to Back Of My Mind and stay tuned for more exciting news from H.E.R.

Back Of My Mind track list:

01 We Made It

02 Back of My Mind feat. Ty Dolla $ign

03 Trauma feat. Cordae

04 Damage

05 Find A Way feat. Lil Baby

06 Bloody Waters feat. Thundercat

07 Closer To Me

08 Come Through feat. Chris Brown

09 My Own

10 Lucky

11 Cheat Code

12 Mean It

13 Paradise feat. Yung Bleu

14 Process

15 Hold On

16 Don’t

17 Exhausted

18 Hard To Love

19 For Anyone

20 I Can Have It All feat. DJ Khaled & Bryson Tiller

21 Slide feat. YG

 

Links:

Back Of My Mind - https://smarturl.it/BackOfMyMind

Hi-Res Photos/Cover Artwork -  https://www.rcarecords.com/artist/h-e-r/

Connect with H.E.R.:

https://twitter.com/HERMusicx

https://www.instagram.com/hermusicofficial/

https://www.tiktok.com/@herofficial

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFwC3Ryue6CorFm2xCEG0Aw

http://www.her-official.com/

 

H.E.R.’s Back Of My Mind is out now on all digital music platforms worldwide via via MBK Entertainment/RCA Records/Sony Music.

Source: Sony Music Philippines

C.R.E.A.T.E.

I got upset over some personal matters yesterday. It has been a while since I got angry over things that could have been prevented from happening. While I was unhappy with the outcome, I still treated it as a learning opportunity.

You see, it has been quite some time since I got this upset. There were many disappointments during the pandemic, but they were from how I felt yesterday.

Here were the lessons I learned from being angry:

  1. It’s okay to feel angry.

  2. Anger is temporary.

  3. There are still some things that are within our control.

  4. God is in control over things beyond ours.

  5. Counting our blessings when the going gets tough helps bring things into perspective.

Anger is not supposed to be permanent. In order to recover from it, we need to learn how to C.R.E.A.T.E:

  • Communicate

  • Resolve

  • Execute changes

  • Act

  • Take accountability

  • Evaluate

This acronym should help us recover from anger and manage stress!

Zack Tabudlo continues Binibini’s winning streak with global collaborations

After gaining tremendous success with “Binibini,” Zack Tabudlo continues to build momentum with collaborations featuring top-caliber artists from all over the world.

One of his buzziest partnerships is a rework of his smash single “Binibini” with British singer-songwriter James TW. Titled “Binibini (Last Day On Earth),” the international version was performed by both Island Records artists, with rewritten lyrics in English. 

Binibini ‘English version’

According to Tabudlo, the new version has a lot of similarities with the original, and was reimagined to capture a wider audience outside the Philippines. “The production was minimally changed and the overall ‘original’ feel is still there,” the hitmaker shares in a statement. “Lyrics-wise, it still has the spirit of the original in it, but it sort of focuses more on a ‘love until the end of time’ type of story.”

The unexpected team-up happened when James TW, an up-and-coming pop artist with over 800 million streams to date, heard the song at the peak of its streaming domination, and started covering it on TikTok. Both artists decided to hit up each other for a possible collaboration, and the rest as they say, is history. 

“It’s more of me and James messaging each other on how we want the final track to come out,” Tabudlo says. “Production process on my end is still the same with my usual set up in the studio. James nailed the recording when I got his vocals and everything just fits perfectly in the track when I mixed and mastered it.”

Other notable collaborations

Another version of “Binibini” is making waves online—this time, featuring Filipino singer and actor Darren Espanto. The live take, which was shot against a neon-lit, city night backdrop, has amassed more than 1.2 million views in a week, and currently sits at No. 4 on YouTube Trending ForMusic charts.

 Watch here: Zack x Darren Espanto - Binibini

 

“Darren and I have always been in the talks of collaborating and performing together when we were very young,” Tabudlo explains. “I guess the world did its thing for us after years of waiting. It was really nice to finally perform with a good friend after such a long time.”

Aside from Darren Espanto, the rising singer-songwriter and producer hooked up with R&B/soul diva KZ Tandingan on reinterpreting his other hit song “Nangangamba” during one of his guest stints at the longest-running weekly variety show, ASAP. Tabudlo was honored to perform with KZ, and expressed joy in working with her. “She's one of a kind, and such a sweet person. Everything was just a complete vibe performing with her. She has that spark when performing that I feel as well: that thing when you kind of let go and just rock out into a song.”

Watch here: Zack x KZ Tandingan - Nangangamba

 

Zack Tabuldo also teamed up with incredible newcomer dia mate on the cover of LANY’s “Paper” and with alt-R&B artist Adie on a slinky version of Justin Bieber and Shawn Mendez’s “Monster.” “Adie and Dia are good friends of mine too,” says Tabudlo. “It’s really cool to see friends release their artistry and shine through their music.”

Watch here: Zack x dia mate - Paper

 About Zack Tabudlo

Zack Tabudlo is an alt-pop RnB artist from Manila, Philippines. He hit the ground running when he began his music career, becoming a finalist for reality talent show Talentadong Pinoy at the age of 10. He was a contestant for The Voice Kids season 1.

When it comes to music production, Zack has certainly earned his stripes. With the help of Jonathan Ong and Chris Anthony Vinzons of Sonic State Studio, Zack continued to hone his techniques and sensibilities, and has produced for artists such as Sharlene San Pedro and Darren Espanto. He was also mentored by Cleng Saturno, and was given tips and tricks by celebrated composer Vehnee Saturno. 

Among his influences are contemporary pop chart-toppers Charlie Puth, Harry Styles, and Island Records label mateShawn Mendez. But Zack approaches the genre of pop with his own distinct approach. His artistry can be characterized as a tasteful blend of R&B, soft rock, funk and vocally driven pop.

With a slew of catchy singles under his belt, all leading up to what’s looking to be a promising full-length in the future, the young musician is gaining momentum. His hustle may have been riding below the radar, but one can expect 2021 to be Zack’s year. To date, Zack’s latest single ‘Binibini’ has topped both the Spotify and YouTube trending charts for more than a month, and also breaking through Spotify Global Viral, several Spotify viral charts in Asia-Pacific countries, and also including Canada and New Zealand - making Binibini one of the biggest songs of 2021 so far. His other track ‘Nangangamba,’ which was released in 2020, also peaked at No.1 on both Spotify Global Viral 50 and Philippines Viral 50.

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Father’s Day Gift

I crocheted this velvet bag for my single mom. I believe that Father’s Day should also be dedicated for moms who are raising children on their own. This gift is my simple token for my mom who became a single mother when my father passed away in 2019.

I crocheted this bag using velvet yarn from Shopee and a 5.00 hook. I followed this tutorial on YouTube, and modified it by making 45 rows for the body instead of the prescribed 25 rows.

How are you guys celebrating Father’s Day? Do you also crochet gifts for your parents? I hope that however you honor your parents on their special days, you do so with love and care.

Stay safe and healthy, everyone!

I Got Vaxxed!

Last June 15, I got my first Covid-19 vaccine dose! I was fortunate to receive the Sputnik vaccine at UP CHK Vaccination Site. As this was a special day, I wore the Ceres Top that I crocheted using scrap yarn from the earsavers I made for frontliners last year.

It was remarkable to meet Dra. Aileen who screened me before getting my jab. She was one of the recipients of my earsavers last year. It made me emotional because I did not really realize the impact of my volunteerism until then. It made me feel so blessed as I have come full circle.

Medical frontliners are rockstars! I got this vaccine in order to commemorate their hard work and to protect myself from the virus. I hope and pray that more people will get vaccinated so that we will achieve herd immunity.

Stay safe and healthy!

Killing ANTS

Today, my Spark Your Magic workbook tackled ANTS or Automatic Negative Thoughts. Their prescribed method for lessening negative self-talk is Jim Kwik’s ABRA or Acknowledge, Breathe, Release, and Align.

Here’s my ABRAcadabra list:

  • A is for ACKNOWLEDGE

    “Acknowledge your negative self-talk and don’t fight it because what you resist, persists. What are your ANTS today? Scribble them below.”

    1. Fear of being rejected

    2. Fear of being alone

    3. Anxiety because my contemporaries are getting married, having children, etc.

  • B is for BREATHE

    “Controlled breathing offers many health benefits, including reducing stress. Breathe in what you want. Jot down the things you “inhaled”.”

    1. A stable job

    2. More opportunities for my website

    3. More books (such as apop books!)

    4. More coffee

    5. A lifetime with my partner in life

    6. More crochet projects

    7. An afternoon at a coffee shop, such as Cinema ‘76 Cafe (a big deal during the pandemic)

    8. Mini Estela or Aadi bag from DBS

  • R is for RELEASE

    “Breathe out what you do not want. What did you exhale? List the things you want to let go.”

    1. Anxiety about weight gain

    2. Cabin fever

    3. Mood swings

    4. Unnecessary arguments with my loved ones, such as my partner

    5. My temper

    6. Angst

    7. Anxiety about jobhunting

    8. Negative relatives

    9. Negative “friends”

    10. Ungratefulness

  • A is for ALIGN

    “Create new thoughts and beliefs that are more aligned with who you really are and what you really want. Write them down here.”

    1. I have full control over my emotions

    2. I can thrive with or without a corporate job.

    3. I am fit and healthy

    4. I have enough time and passion to pursue my interests

    5. I am a writer and I am lucky because I have my own website

    6. I have a supportive partner

With my new ABRA strategy, I can manage my ANTS and improve myself during this pandemic and beyond!

Ceres Top

I just finished crocheting the Ceres Top by Filipina crochet designer Mgypsy. I used scrap yarns from the earsavers I crocheted for medical frontliners last year. I worked with a 4.00mm crochet hook.

I really enjoyed working on this pattern because the instructions were clear and the accompanying photos were informative. I wish nothing but success for this pattern’s talented designer.

I hope that you will also find a hobby that will bring you joy during the pandemic and beyond!

On Grief

Today, I reflected on the significance of grief in my life.

I first experienced grief when I lost my high school best friend Diane in a car accident in 2008. It was devastating to lose a sister-figure at such a young age as we have just graduated from university back then.

Diane was a freshman at Ateneo Law School and had a promising future ahead of her. I mourned the loss of a very good friend. At the same time, I mourned the loss of Diane’s future as a successful lawyer.

It was difficult to move on from that incident because Diane was the designated sensible friend in our group. She was the first person I would call for advice. Losing her meant having to find the answers to my own questions. And by now, I can say that losing Diane has turned me into a self-assured individual.

I mourned the loss of my father in 2019. He died of cancer. By that time, I already knew how to handle grief. It was not easy, but I gave myself space and time to mourn.

There were good days, and then there were bad days. Whenever grief would hit me hard, I would find comfort in productive activities such as workouts and crochet projects. I prayed whenever I felt hopeless. And I thanked God when days were filled with sunshine, and I would remind myself to also do the same in times of darkness.

Grief is simply a part of life. It has taught me how to keep on fighting in honor of those who have gone before me!

Keep Learning

I picked this card from my BDJ Dare to Be Creative deck today:

”What would you like to be better at this year?”

Here are the things that I would like to be better at for the rest of 2021:

  1. I would like to learn how to control my emotions better.

  2. I would like to learn how to sustain my career as a Content Creator through continuous journaling.

  3. I would like to learn how to publish an ebook.

  4. I would like to learn how to publish a book.

  5. I would like to learn how to crochet the Stella Top.

  6. I would like to learn how to crochet a velvet bag.

  7. I would like to learn how to crochet the Sehana Top.

  8. I would like to learn how to crochet the Calico Flowers Scarf.

  9. I would like to maintain my figure.

  10. I would like to learn how to continue my journaling habit.

I feel so blessed to have skills such as writing prose and crocheting because they make me feel young. There is always something new to write about, and there is always an interesting pattern to crochet. From here, I can continue expanding my horizons.

Indeed, the love for learning gives me a reason to live!

Center of Magic

I am still working on my Spark Your Magic workbook. Today, I was asked to identify my “Center of Magic”:

  • What are your talents?- I can write prose, blog, sing, play the flute, drive an automatic car, host events, run an online shop, and influence people.

  • What job or task are yo really good at?- I am a skilled communicator. I am an effective public speaker and a prolific writer.

  • What good deed are you most proud of?- I have been a World Vision sponsor for the past fourteen years.

I really enjoy journaling with the Spark Your Magic workbook because I get to identify my strengths and weaknesses. Lately, the pandemic has been feeling like a dark, heavy cloud above my head, so I feel the need to explore new ways to learn and grow each day. Who knew that journaling would open up my heart and spark the habit of writing everyday? In fact, this habit has even let me complete my book manuscript!

Great things start from small wins. I just joined a journaling workshop last month, and now, I am journaling on a daily basis. It has helped me process old wounds and look forward to each new day.

I am so excited to see where this journaling habit will lead me to!

Autotelic lets go of its painful past with hopeful new single ‘Iwan’

LISTEN NOW: Autotelic.lnk.to/Iwan

 When Filipino pop-rock bands in the early 2010s started to gain mainstream prominence, Autotelic emerged as one of the movement’s leading voices. From churning heartfelt anthems that reflect the sentiments and triumphs of the current generation to rocking the stage with unforgettable performances, the six-piece band sets the standards of what modern pop songcraft is all about: beautifully resonant at its most melancholic, and defenseless in its poignant honesty.

Fast forward to 2021, Autotelic’s music still hits home. Their work has been consistent in eloquently expressing the woes and rewards of being young, in love and emotionally wrecked, and is informed not so much by its time, but by timelessness and enduring appeal. These qualities are inevitably present on “Iwan,” Autotelic’s new single released under MCA Music Inc.

 

Teeming with earnestness and indelible pop sensibilities, Autotelic’s latest track sticks to the quivering fragility that often permeates their material. But this time around, vocalist and guitarist Josh Villena drowns the severity of his pained words with fresh learnings and new beginnings; his optimism earned, and completely devoid of pride and toxicity. On “Iwan,” both Villena and keyboardist/vocalist Kai Honasan trade harmonies over catchy, melodic guitar lines and engaging instrumentation, pouring their souls on the now-powerful mantra, “di namaliligaw, mawawala / hahanapan ng paraan” as if it means the world to them.

 

According to Villena, “Iwan” deals with regrets and doing everything you can to ensure that mistakes won’t happen again. The song was initially written for Josh’s side project, but because it shares more thematic affinity with previously released tunes, “Bago” and “Kuwentuhan,” the acclaimed alternative pop outfit decided to take ownership of the recording. 

 

As a result, the final version delivers everything you need to hear in an Autotelic song: a persistent hook that refuses to fade away, a melodic gift that carries gravity and escape all at once, and a powerful narrative that captures the sheer messiness of romance. In terms of music, the band was trying to relive the glory days of early 2000s pop-rock/pop-punk, while grounding its nostalgic tendencies with effortless dynamics and savvy sonic flourishes. 

About Autoetlic:

Autotelic is a Filipino pop band formed in Metro Manila in 2012. The band consists of Josh Villena (vocals and guitars), Neil Tin (guitars), Kai Honasan (keytar and backing vocals), EJ Edralin (synthesizer), Timothy "Pabs" Vargas (bass), and Gep Macadaeg (drums and sampler). Autotelic has gained a significant following in the Philippines and has played alongside international artists like Chvrches, Last Dinosaurs, Kimbra, Dishwalla, Oh Wonder and Martin Garrix, to name a few as well as playing their first Wanderland Music Festival in 2019.

 

In 2016, Autotelic signed with MCA Music with whom they released their album “Papunta Pabalik” which eventually received a platinum record certification. They were also chosen to take part in the first season of Coke Studio Philippines alongside such notable Filipino bands such as Sandwich, Ebe Dancel, Urbandub and Franco. In 2017, they were awarded the Best Performance by a New Group Recording Artist at the Awit Awards, the country's premier music award ceremony. 

 

After releasing their 5-track EP “Takipsilim” in October 2018 and new singles coming up in 2020, Autotelic continues to be one of the most sought-after bands of their generation.

“Iwan” is written by Josh Villena, and is produced by Autotelic and Marc Reyes. It’s out now on all streaming and digital platforms worldwide via MCA Music Inc. 

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My Top Three Songs

Today, I picked this card from my BDJ Dare to Be Creative deck. I was asked to ”‘make a playlist and fill it with the soundtrack of your life! What are your top three songs?”.

Here are my Top Three Songs, as evidenced by how frequently I listen to them every single day:

  1. Across the Universe by The Beatles- This song was also a favorite of my late father’s. It reminds me of how short life is and how my life stays the same, even in an ever-evolving universe.

  2. Winter from The Four Seasons Allegro con Molto by Antonio Vivaldi- This has been my go-to song whenever I need to motivate myself. I love how it wakes me up and energizes me.

  3. Everlong by The Foo Fighters- This is the love song that has captured my hopelessly romantic heart. Fun fact: three ex-boyfriends of mine have dedicated this song to me. While I no longer have feelings for them, the song still moves me to keep on believing in true love.

Just like that iconic line in Across The Universe points out, “nothing’s gonna change my world”. Of course, from my point of view, life is constantly changing, but in the universal scheme of things, I remain to be a human being, a mere speck of cosmic dust.

I will always find that humbling.

Working Girl

Hello! My name is Sam, and I run a Human Nature Online Store! It is my main hustle, especially now that we still have the global pandemic upon us. The products I sell are 100% Made in the Philippines, using natural ingredients.

I am proud of my business because it enables me to earn, while also helping the workers who are employed by Human Nature.

Please support my small business by buying now! Your support means the world to me as it keeps me financially independent. My business also ensures that have enough resources to write more content for this blog, and to thrive during these difficult times!

Thank you in advance, and may God bless you!