Day 6 of my #tiffanyhabit

It’s day 6 of my #tiffanyhabit #10daychallenge! I decluttered my room! I donated my pre-loved clothes and books to charity 💜 Then, I relaxed with @tiffanycircleph coffee! Buy it here. ☕️

Let Me Dine Alone

Transit Dialog has published my essay, Let Me Dine Alone. Here is my essay:

“𝘐 𝘢𝘮 𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘦𝘯𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩 𝘵𝘰 𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘢𝘭𝘰𝘯𝘦 𝘪𝘯 𝘢 𝘴𝘰𝘤𝘪𝘦𝘵𝘺 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘲𝘶𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘴𝘪𝘮𝘱𝘭𝘦 𝘢𝘤𝘵.”

𝗟𝗲𝘁 𝗠𝗲 𝗗𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗔𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗲

𝘉𝘺 𝘚𝘢𝘮𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘩𝘢 𝘎𝘢𝘪𝘭 𝘓𝘶𝘤𝘢𝘴

“𝘛𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘰𝘯𝘭𝘺 𝘰𝘯𝘦, 𝘔𝘢’𝘢𝘮?”

“𝘈𝘳𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘸𝘢𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘴𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘰𝘯𝘦 𝘦𝘭𝘴𝘦, 𝘔𝘢’𝘢𝘮?”

“𝘞𝘩𝘺 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘢𝘭𝘰𝘯𝘦?”

It’s 2022, and yet these questions are still commonly asked to me by both restaurant staff and people I know. I am aware that I should not take these queries personally, but it still fills me with wonder how dining alone as a solo lady in Manila can be a crucial judgment point.

So, in the year of Our Lord 2022, let me dine alone.

I am an only child who grew up with pretty solid opinions about the food that I liked. I enjoyed being a foodie from the get-go. I found it amusing to be asked why I was dining alone when I was younger, to which I would reply, “I am alone, thank you.”

But as I grew up and had more years of experience as a solo diner, I realized that I was seen as a social liability. Others looked at me with pity, as if I could not attract a man. There were those who asked me where my boyfriend was, and when I got older, where my husband was. Still, there were others who asked me if I was expecting anyone for business. I always had the same answer: “I am alone, thank you.”

I currently have a partner who also enjoys dining alone. He grew up with siblings, but he learned to enjoy his own company due to the demands of work. I found a kindred spirit in him, and our relationship remains to be a work in progress. Naturally, there are more days when I dine without him, and that is fine. I have a book, a bunch of playlists and podcasts to entertain me, and the occasional crochet project to keep my hands busy while my order is being prepared. I am alone, but not lonely.

Sure, we wear masks now to protect ourselves during a pandemic which has transcended all our expectations and perceived possibilities. But would you believe that I still get asked why I dine alone? I still reply that “I am alone, thank you.” And a global pandemic will not drive me to seek the company of others when I am perfectly fine eating alone.

Why do women like me have to answer so many questions when we choose to dine alone? We can afford to do so. We enjoy eating alone. We have people in our lives to dine with, but the pleasure of dining alone is incomparable.

There is no match to the peace that comes with people watching. There is the calming effect of planning my week ahead while savoring some pasta. There is the joy of sipping my coffee alone while writing in a notebook. There is the efficiency of replying to my emails as I wait for my bill to arrive. All of these can be done by myself, and the meals that I enjoy while simply being me are just a controllable variable in my frequent experiments with solo dining in Manila.

Abroad, I observed that I am not judged whenever I eat alone. The few times I did so was fun. People simply minded their own business. I was able to eat in peace. I was able to avoid saying, “I am alone, thank you.”

Dining alone makes me say, “thank you, I am alone.”

Because I owe it to myself that I am strong enough to dine alone in a society that questions that simple act. I am liberated by my skill to enjoy my own company and order my own food. I am my best self whenever I dine alone. I am able to share myself to the people and things that I care about more because I get to enjoy dining alone.

It is 2022. I am thankful for the gift of life, and the happiness behind enjoying my favorite food. Let me dine alone.

I hope that you will also try it soon.

𝘚𝘢𝘮𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘩𝘢 𝘎𝘢𝘪𝘭 𝘉. 𝘓𝘶𝘤𝘢𝘴 𝘩𝘢𝘴 𝘣𝘦𝘦𝘯 𝘣𝘭𝘰𝘨𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘰𝘯 𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘸𝘦𝘣𝘴𝘪𝘵𝘦, 𝘸𝘸𝘸.𝘴𝘱𝘦𝘢𝘬𝘰𝘶𝘵𝘴𝘢𝘮.𝘤𝘰𝘮, 𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘔𝘢𝘺 2017 𝘸𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘴𝘩𝘦 𝘳𝘦𝘨𝘶𝘭𝘢𝘳𝘭𝘺 𝘴𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘴 𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘧𝘢𝘷𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘦 𝘭𝘰𝘤𝘢𝘭 𝘧𝘪𝘯𝘥𝘴, 𝘧𝘰𝘰𝘥𝘪𝘦 𝘢𝘥𝘷𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦𝘴, 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘢𝘥𝘷𝘰𝘤𝘢𝘤𝘪𝘦𝘴, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘢 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘯𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱𝘴. 𝘏𝘦𝘳 𝘧𝘪𝘳𝘴𝘵 𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬, 𝘚𝘱𝘦𝘢𝘬 𝘉𝘭𝘰𝘨 𝘓𝘪𝘷𝘦, 𝘸𝘢𝘴 𝘱𝘶𝘣𝘭𝘪𝘴𝘩𝘦𝘥 𝘪𝘯 𝘖𝘤𝘵𝘰𝘣𝘦𝘳 2021, 𝘸𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘦 𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘴𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘥 𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬, 𝘚𝘱𝘦𝘢𝘬 𝘞𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘦 𝘓𝘪𝘷𝘦, 𝘸𝘢𝘴 𝘳𝘦𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘦𝘥 𝘪𝘯 𝘋𝘦𝘤𝘦𝘮𝘣𝘦𝘳 2021.

Source: Transit Dialog

Day 5 of my #TiffanyHabit

It is Day 5 of my #tiffanyhabit #10daychallenge with @tiffanycircleph, and I did combat cardio! I had Tiffany Circle Coffee after my workout, along with a healthy brekkie ☀️ Buy this healthy coffee here. 🤎

Day 4 of my #TiffanyHabit

Drink the coffee, then do the work! ✨ It’s Day 4 of my #tiffanyhabit #10daychallenge with @tiffanycircleph 🌟I looove their coffee! I did some writing ✍️ because I am already a published author of two books (buy my books here!), and my goal is to produce more output this year! Not pressuring myself though, as I’m simply doing my best 💕 Buy Tiffany Circle coffee here. ☕️

Day 3 of My #TiffanyHabit

Day 3 of my #tiffanyhabit #10daychallenge! I went to the derma to prioritize my skincare, then I had some kimchi rice! I finished off my day by buying natural toiletries for me and my loved ones. And of course, I had @tiffanycircleph coffee so that I could keep up with my tasks!☕️ Try their healthy coffee here. 💕

Put a quick stop to sore throat, Agap Agad With Bactidol

Staying healthy is very important these days, especially as we continue to deal with uncertainties in the new normal. Taking care of oneself usually means eating a balanced diet accompanied by regular exercise, but it should also include taking immediate action when common ailments occur. There has been an increasing number of sore throat incidences since the start of the year, and it shouldn’t be taken lightly knowing sore throat can progress from mild to severe without proper treatment.

Sore throat is one of those illnesses that can strike when people least expect it, and is mostly the result of a viral infection such as the common cold or flu. It may also be an indication of a bacterial infection like strep throat or tonsillitis. Depending on the root, a sore throat can cause a scratchy feeling in the throat, pain that worsens when talking or swallowing, and hoarseness of voice. A red flag is that sore throat can also lead to complications such as kidney inflammation, rheumatic fever, and meningitis if left untreated.

The good news is there are surefire ways to eliminate a sore throat at the onset. One of the most effective methods is to gargle with a medicated mouthwash such as Hexetidine Bactidol®, which has been proven to work in as fast as 30 seconds and protects for up to 12 hours against sore throat-causing viruses.

“Bactidol® Gargle’s effectiveness against sore throat has made it the number one sore throat gargle brand in the country,” said Chili Perez, senior brand manager forBactidol® Philippines. “Using it at the first sign of sore throat will help provide immediate relief and protection against sore throat-causing viruses.”

For those with an on-the-go lifestyle, there is Bactidol®Lozenges which are convenient to take, easy to carry around, and effective in killing sore throat-causing viruses.

“With Bactidol® Gargle and Lozenges, it’s easy to keep sore throat at bay and help prevent it from getting worse,” added Perez. “Sa unang kati pa lang, agap agad with Bactidol®.”

Stop sore throat in its tracks with Bactidol® Gargle and Lozenges. Available in leading drugstores and via the Johnson & Johnson e-Pharmacy on Lazada and Shopee.

Source: J&J Philippines

Tiffany Circle Wellness Challenge Day 2

It’s day two of my#10daychallenge with @tiffanycircleph! I love working out everyday, and it really helps to start my day with cardio, followed by a healthy breakfast and Tiffany Circle Coffee! Buy it here. ☕️

Halik Ni Gringo returns with pandemic-themed rock anthem “HOME ALONE”

Alt-metal band Halik Ni Gringo unveils “HOME ALONE,”its latest release since 2021's “Injustice For All.”

“HOME ALONE” explores themes of social deprivation and paranoia during the pandemic as the world faces another surge in COVID infections brought about by the latest Omicron variant. 

"It's 2022 but it still feels like 2020," says frontman Joey Santos. "We've made huge strides as regards medicine and treating COVID, but progress in The Philippines continues to lag behind our Asian neighbors. The lyrics came quick - I felt like they've been swimming in my head the whole time under lockdown. All I needed to do was fish them out and put pen to paper." 

The track is a taste of the group's upcoming 2022 full-length album under floppydisks which includes previous singles Injustice “For All” and “Mr Big Data.” As with past releases, the LP is still a part of the group's ongoing #2stDebutAlbum effort - now on its 5th year, having started back in 2017. 

“Home Alone” is produced by DJ Joey Santos, and was written and arranged by Joaquin Acosta and DJ Joey Santos. It's mixed and mastered by DJ Joey Santos at Love One Another Sound Production. 

Halik Ni Gringo socials:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HalikNiGringo

Twitter:http://twitter.com/haliknigringo
Instagram: http://instagram.com/haliknigringo

Source: Nyou

TECNO devotes itself into a more inclusive camera technology to create a world with more understanding and connections

February 3, 2022 – TECNO, a premium smartphone brand focused on emerging markets, recently partnered with BBC StoryWorks to create a short film The Future Lens: Looking Ahead With TECNO to explore how mobile camera lens provides inclusive mobile camera technologies to local consumers.

“Cameras have evolved over the years, but unfortunately, it feels like the technology isn't created with everyone in mind. As a photographer,  I think one of the most intimate things you can do is take a portrait of someone that accurately portrays who they are.” according to photographer, Justin Amoafo. 

This is where TECNO comes into the picture. TECNO envisions a world where inclusive phone design can help form communities, connect people with one another and ensure no one is left behind. In the film, TECNO illustrates why portrait imaging is its most ground-breaking technology and how it has empowered users of dark skin tones to realize all possibilities of expression. 

Based on innovations that can significantly increase light intake, and an enormous database that covers 7 skin types across 76 skin categories, TECNO has made a significant impact in resolving the technical challenges regarding exposure, colors, and hues in portrait photography.  Meanwhile, in TECNO TAIVOS Camera Lab, more than 3,000 local samples with approximately 6,120 evaluation scenarios spanning 115 countries enable the camera lab team possible to focus on the localized ethnic research, social aesthetic ideology and aesthetic preference research, so as tomake the experience of product image effect direction conform to the localized trends. All these innovations bring users technology that they do not have to adapt to, but that instead accommodates for them. 

“The future Lens is the world without limit. Technology should include everyone and let us to be our true selves, instead of being depicted through a subjective lens . I believe that it should be the mission of humans to create the technology that is more understanding and inclusive of all of us.” said Li Jiangtao, Senior Director of TECNO Imaging Product and head of TECNO TAIVOS™ Camera Lab. 

As a rising innovator in mobile camera technology, TECNO devotes itself through an inclusive and emerging market-specific approach to bringing its “Future Lens” camera concept to consumers. 

The brand’s continuous innovations, its initiatives to develop cameras that function at a professional level, and the impact of these efforts on progressive young consumers have encapsulated its brand essence of “Stop At Nothing” and the inclusive future they want to create.

Source: TECNO Philippines

Tiffany Circle Coffee

I just started my 10-Day Tiffany Circle Challenge with @tiffanycircleph coffee! I already workout daily and I live a healthy lifestyle, but I want to continue being healthy this pandemic so I decided to try Tiffany Circle coffee with vitamin C, L-carnitine, and moringa. I was pleasantly surprised with how delicious their coffee mix is! Give it a try by buying it here. ☕️ @tiffanycircleph @lilyhanachan @jade.ofall.trades @elle_of_tiffany @soleandreaocampo 💜

Celebrate a Roaring Chinese New Year at Market! Market!

Attract prosperity and good fortune as you safely celebrate the Lunar New Year at the mall!

Manila, Philippines - February 2, 2022 - The Chinese New Year celebration is steeped in traditions and practices that are believed to ward off negative energy, and usher in prosperity and good luck. Market! Market! is inviting everyone to come celebrate Chinese New Year, and welcome the year of the Water Tiger with fun activities, and exciting finds for the whole family, furbabies included!

Discover Your Fate in the Year of the Tiger

Learn all about your Chinese Zodiac Sign, and let your horoscope lead you towards a more auspicious and prosperous year ahead. Visit the Fate & Fortune Zodiac Display at the G/F Serendra Wing from January 30 to February 6, 2022 to find out what’s in store for you this Year of the Tiger. 

Shop for All Your Lunar New Year Needs Through ANA

Let ANA take care of getting everything you need this Chinese New Year. Book the shopping service from January 30 to February 6, 2022, and get a free Tiger Balm and Fortune Cookie with your purchases!

Test Your Luck at the Lucky Ball Pao-Chinko Game

Win fortune cookies or lucky ang paos when you play the Lucky Ball Pao-Chinko Game from January 31 to February 1, 2022. Simply present a vaccination card that shows you are fully vaccinated, along with a Php 500 single-receipt purchase to play. 

Visit Little China Town at the Mall

Shop for Chinese flavors, jewelry, and charms for good fortune from January 31 to February 6, 2022 at the Market! Market! Activity Center, and watch your luck change for the better!

Bring Good Fortune to Your Furbabies Too

Get a special Cat Care Package in partnership with Pooch Park when you register your cat or present their Ayala Malls Pet ID at the Concierge Booth on February 1, 2022.

Prepare Your Table for a Spectacular Lunar New Year Feast

Order from your favorite Ayala Malls restaurants through Grab Food on February 1, 2022, using the promo code AYALACNY150, and get Php 150 off on your delivery.

Use the promo code AYALAMALLS100 to enjoy Php 100 off plus additional discounts when you order for delivery and pickup through Food Panda, with a minimum spend of Php 399. This promo is valid until April 30, 2022. 

#CNYatMarketMarket Snap and Win

Capture memories at the virtual photo booth located at the C5 Wing and Serendra Wing from February 1 to 6, 2022. Share your pictures and boomerangs on Facebook and Instagram using the hashtag #CNYatMarketMarket, for the chance to win fun prizes!

For more information on mall activities, schedules, and promotions at #iLoveMarketMarket, like and follow Facebook.com/MarketMarket, @ilovemarketmarket on Instagram and TikTok, and @MarketMarketBGC on Twitter. You may also visit www.ayalamalls.com. 

 Source: Ayala Malls PR

Buy My Book This 2022!

This Year of the Tiger🐯, I hope that you can get a copy of my book Speak Write Live! I wrote about reaching for my dreams to become a published author in this book. I shared how having the discipline to work and develop my skills has helped me. You may not intend to write a book, but you have dreams that have yet to come true. This book can help you gain clarity and confidence to make them come true 📝 Buy my book here. 📕🧧 #authorlife

The Chainsmokers mark first music release in two years with new single “High”

Its music video navigates through a world where love is always fleeting

Following a two-year break from touring and releasing music, and nearly being replaced by two new guys, Grammy® Award-winning and Billboard Chart topping artist/producer duo The Chainsmokers have returned to unveil their highly anticipated new single “High.”

The song, which was co-written and co-produced by Alex and Drew, launches a new musical era for the band and kicks off the journey towards their upcoming fourth full-length album. The song’s official music video has also premiered today and follows the guys to death-defying heights as Drew chases his unattainable significant other through several surreal scenarios, and showcases navigating through a world where love is always fleeting.

The duo has also said of the single, "The song perfectly captures the spirit of today's relationships, the lengths we will go for someone we love, and the lies we tell ourselves to continue on unhappily. However, underlying these dark and often contentious lyrics is a production that feels celebratory because we all know at the end of the day, we never listen to advice, we do what feels best for ourselves and keep telling ourselves it will be different this time.”

Over the last few years, the band took their time to write and record their fourth album, while also focusing on philanthropy and other entrepreneurial endeavors such as their venture fund, Mantis, and their TV/Film production company, Kick The Habit.

The Chainsmokers’ “High” is out now on all digital music platforms worldwide via Sony Music.

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Source: Sony Music Philippines

Magkasintahan Vol. III

Ukiyoto has recently published my short story in their Magkasintahan Vol. 3 anthology. This is a huge milestone for me as the book ships from Canada. It is a chance for me to share my work to my followers overseas.

Please purchase a copy via this link. Ebook copies will be available soon.

NEVER GIVE UP ON YOUR DREAMS! ✨

It’s A Triple Celebration With Big and Rawrin’ Discounts from TECNO Mobile!

TECNO Mobile is giving shoppers lots to be excited about, with payday, Chinese New Year, and 2.2 just around the corner!

MANILA, PHILIPPINES/ 31 JANUARY 2022 – Mark your calendars for an exciting triple celebration with TECNO Mobile! Payday, Chinese New Year, and 2.2 are fast approaching, and the premium smartphone brand has big things planned for shoppers. To close out January and welcome February, big and rawrin’ discounts are coming to the TECNO Mobile Flagship Store in Lazada and the TECNO Mobile PH Official Store in Shopee Mall.

Understanding the needs of its consumers, TECNO Mobile endeavors to continue bringing more high-performing smartphones to the market, allowing every Filipino to experience advanced mobile phone technologies that can improve the way they work, learn, play, and live, at a fraction of the price offered by other brands. With this, the brand is able tostay true to its commitment to deliver mobile innovation to global emerging markets, as the premium smartphone brand for all. 

The “Movie Master” CAMON 18 Series

Among the exceptional smartphones introduced by TECNO Mobile in the Philippine market in 2021, the “Movie Master” CAMON 18 Series has proven to be a hidden gem, as the most advanced pro-camera phone to come out of the CAMON line to date. 

CAMON 18 Premier, the perfect smartphone for filmmakers, promises a #SuperSteadyShot through its Stabilized Gimbal Camera. Video enthusiasts will also appreciate the CAMON 18P model, which is equipped with a 48MP clear and steady video camera, plus a 13MP 50mm pro portrait camera. CAMON 18 is another great option for anyone who is into mobile videography and photography, with its 48MP multi-function triple camera.

Catch these CAMON 18 Series offers during the special sale event:

From January 30 to February 1, CAMON 18 will be offered at the special price of Php 8,999, from its regular price of Php 9,499, and will include a free gamepad with every purchase at the TECNO Mobile Flagship Store in Lazada. Shoppers can also enjoy bigger savings during the 2.2 Free Shipping Festival on Lazada from February 2 to 6, where CAMON 18 Premier can be purchased for only Php 15,236, CAMON 18P at Php 10,385, and CAMON 18 at Php 8,888, with a free gamepad included in every offer.

Shop at the TECNO Mobile PH Official Store in Shopee Mall from January 30 to February 3 to get a CAMON 18 Premier at only Php 14,990, from its regular price of Php 15,990; CAMON 18P at the promo price of Php 10,490, from the regular price of Php 10,990; and CAMON 18 discounted at Php 8,999 from its regular price of Php 9,499.

Also watch out for Payday Flash Sales in Shopee, when CAMON 18 Premier’s price will drop to as low as Php 14,540. CAMON 18 will also be offered at just Php 8,729. 

More Shopee Flash Sales are happening on 2.2 as well, where CAMON 18 Premier will be sold at the unbelievable price of Php 14,151, and CAMON 18 at Php 8,495.

The Best CAMON 18 + TECNO AIoT Bundles

Make any CAMON 18 Series smartphone even better by pairing it with a TECNO AIoT device. Score these best CAMON 18 plus AIoT Bundles during the sale:

Get a CAMON 18 bundled with TECNO Buds 2 for just Php 9,899 during the 2.2 Free Shipping Festival at the TECNO Mobile Lazada Store from February 2-6.

Select bundles are also going on sale in TECNO Mobile’s Shopee store from January 30 to February 3. On these dates, CAMON 18 Premier bundled with TECNO  Buds 1 will be offered at only Php 15,989, while the CAMON 18 Premier plus TECNO Watch 1 will be sold at just Php 16,489. 

CAMON 18P bundles are also in store for shoppers during the sale period. The CAMON 18P plus TECNO Buds 2 bundle will be available at the discounted price of Php 11,289, and CAMON 18P plus TECNO Watch 1 will be sold at only Php 11,989.

Apart from the CAMON 18 bundles and discounts, the brand is offering special discounts on TECNO Mobile’s AIoT products as well, including the TECNO Watch with smart temperature detector and smart health management, TECNO Buds1 & 2, TECNO Prime P1, USB Charger, and P101X Power Bank. Watch out for these at the TECNO Mobile Flagship stores in Lazada and Shopee.

More exciting smartphone offers from TECNO Mobile

The upcoming sale is the perfect opportunity to check out the new, extra tough POVA Neo. Perfect for gaming, this smartphone is equipped with a large battery, big screen, and ET Engine optimization boost. Game Space also gives this phone a cool interface and fast play features. 

POVA Neo will be offered at the special promo price of Php 5,499.00, and will include a free gamepad, when purchased at the TECNO Mobile Flagship Store in Lazada from January 30 to February 1.  Moreover, the price will go even lower, from Php 5,999 to Php 5,444 with a free gamepad during the 2.2 Free Shipping Festival happening on Lazada from February 2 to 6.

The “Ace for New Gen”, Spark 8P is also available for only Php 7,086 from its original price of Php 7,499 at TECNO Mobile Lazada Store from February 2 to 6. Spark 8P is equipped with a 50MP Ultra Clear AI Triple Camera that allows you to capture moments clearly and vividly, a 1080P FHD+ Dot Notch Screen, and a huge 5000mAh battery with power saving optimization. 

Another smartphone to look out for during the sale is Spark 7T. Get this smartphone at the TECNO Mobile Lazada Store for only Php 6,299 from January 30 to February 1, and at the much lower price of Php 6,048 from February 2 to 6. Spark 7T will also be available in the TECNO Mobile Store in Shopee for only Php 5,999 from January 30 to February 3.

Don’t miss any of the stellar deals and bundles coming to the TECNO Mobile Flagship Store in Lazada and the TECNO Mobile PH Official Store in Shopee Mall in the next few days. Stay updated on all the latest promos when you like and follow TECNO Mobile Philippines on Facebook. Visit www.tecno-mobile.com/ph to learn more about your favorite TECNO Mobile smartphones and gadgets.

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About TECNO Mobile

TECNO is a premium smartphone and AIoT devices brand. With “StopAt Nothing” as its brand essence, TECNO is committed to unlocking the best contemporary technologies for progressive individuals across global emerging markets, giving them elegantly designed intelligent products that inspire consumers to uncover a world of possibilities. 

TECNO understands the needs of consumers from different markets and provides them with localized innovations and design breakthroughs demonstrated through their mastery of serving consumers who are “young at heart” and never stops pursuing excellence. TECNO’s portfolio spans across smartphones, tablets, smart wearables and AIoT devices made for consumers in over 70 emerging markets world-wide.

For more information, please visit www.tecno-mobile.com. 

Source: TECNO Philippines

Hey! Salad Day 3

Straight from my workout and to my salad lunch! @heysaladph’s cheeseburger and konnichiwa salads were both delicious! Don’t forget to use my promo code hey_samantha_lucas to enjoy their Life with Hey Rewards on your next salad subscription 🥗 #foodie

SB19’s PABLO gets up close and personal on his debut single “La Luna”

The creative force behind P-Pop’s biggest hits is ready to shed society’s unrealistic expectations with material he can call entirely his own

SB19’s PABLO embarks on his journey as a solo artist with the release of his debut single “La Luna”—out today via Sony Music Philippines.

The eclectic banger, which the 27-year-old artist composed and produced himself, is all about freeing yourself from the need to meet society’s unrealistic expectations. 

As PABLO sums it up, the song is about learning to embrace imperfections in pursuit of achieving acceptance and self-love. “We all have flaws and we need to accept those imperfections because those are what make us who we are.”

The prolific singer-songwriter and producer adds, “to be mentally healthy, we need to come to terms with ourselves, that what we feel is valid. We shouldn't suppress it just so we can please everyone and avoid confrontation. There will always be black in white and white in black. We should maintain balance within us. That's how we remain sane and alive.” 

“La Luna” cements PABLO’s foothold as one of the most imaginative figures in P-Pop and a creative force with a knack for ambition. Aiming for a grander, more cinematic-sounding track, PABLO rips through the speakers with punchy cadences over a hard-hitting bed of bass, strings, wind instruments, hip-hop-inspired drums, and choral harmonies. 

“I always like the cinematic feeling the music scoring bring upon movie scenes,” the SB19 member reveals. “It amplifies the emotion that is currently being portrayed. I decided to incorporate that in my music. I want it to be grand and full to bring out the intensity of the song's emotion.”

In an official statement, PABLO’s decision to release “La Luna” is a way for him to confront his personal battles. He considers making his own music as an outlet to express all his emotions in its messily beautiful but unfiltered state. 

“Its focus is mostly about myself, my feelings, my beliefs, how I view the world and how it affects me,” the certified hitmaker explains.

“La Luna” marks PABLO’s first official release after teasing the public with an unreleased song titled “???” last week. Outside his stint as a leader of SB19, PABLO has done exemplary work as a producer/composer, and has even won the top prize at last year’s Djooky Music Awards for his collaboration with rapper Josue on “Determinado.” He also wrote all the songs from SB19’s 2021 EP, Pagsibol.

PABLO’s “La Luna” is out now on all digital music platforms worldwide.

 Source: Sony Music Philippines

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Cut Out Visions

Transit Dialog has published my essay Cut Out Visions last January 28, 2022. Here’s the full text:

"𝘐 𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘻𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘱𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘮𝘪𝘤 𝘸𝘢𝘴 𝘢 𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘰𝘥 𝘰𝘧 𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘨𝘳𝘰𝘸𝘵𝘩 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘮𝘦."

𝗖𝘂𝘁 𝗢𝘂𝘁 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀

𝘉𝘺 𝘚𝘢𝘮𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘩𝘢 𝘎𝘢𝘪𝘭 𝘓𝘶𝘤𝘢𝘴

I had my Covid-19 booster shot this morning. My day started normally, which was with a cardio workout, a cold shower and a heavy breakfast. After drinking my cup of black coffee, I was off to the vaccination site near my home.

On the way to the public school where I was about to receive my shot, I reflected on how far I have come since the pandemic hit our shores. I’ve been freelancing as a writer and researcher. But the workload before the pandemic was more demanding, which is why I am able to pursue my hobbies and passions more these days.

While I am not pleased about the resurgence of Covid-19 in 2022, I am thankful that I have already figured out protocols, self-soothing and coping mechanisms by now. I have learned to adapt to our changing times thanks to consistency with my routines and priorities.

By the time I reached the vaccination site, I was able to outline the vision board that I wanted to make in my head. A local cultural agency gifted me with back issues of their official publication, so I had material for this project. I was inspired to make a vision board after reflecting on my growth during the pandemic and while I am keeping myself safe from the virus. Safety does not mean being stagnant. For me, it is possible to balance safety with taking personal risks in order to thrive during uncertainty.

The ironic part is that we keep on discussing how uncertain things are these days when in reality, everything has always been uncertain. The unknown has simply been magnified with the pandemic, so we tend to see the world through the lens of uncertainty. Personally, I found it unsettling to deal with more external variables beyond my control, but it also enabled me to zero in on my capabilities. This led me to do volunteer work for frontliners and typhoon victims, and realize my dream of becoming an author. The two books that I have self-published are a testament to the power of dreaming and never giving up.

I finally took my turn to get jabbed. I got vaccinated by a friendly frontliner who seemed unfazed by the crowd. I took a quick selfie to document this momentous event, and exited the venue with a lighter heart.

I went straight home to eat lunch. After drinking another cup of black coffee, I took the magazines out. I cut out images and words which reminded me of my dreams, aspirations, and visions. I made a vision board based on my love for writing and my desire to continue doing what I love. I pasted pictures of food, because I am happiest whenever I enjoy my meal. I included photos of ladies in Filipiniana attire because I feel most dignified whenever I am wearing a terno or a Maria Clara blouse. In fact, I was in local dress when I launched my two books. That way, I was able to pay tribute to my heritage as I fulfilled my dreams of having my own books.

I included the word metaphor on my vision board because I realized that my day represented the rest of my life. I got vaccinated in order to safely explore the world. I want to write more so that I can tell stories based on the pieces of inspiration I find each day. I want to piece my memories together on my blog so that others may be inspired to try new things. And I realized that the pandemic was a period of personal growth for me.

My cut out visions are only the beginning. I hope that you will also find time and inspiration to make your own vision board one of these days.

𝘚𝘢𝘮𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘩𝘢 𝘎𝘢𝘪𝘭 𝘉. 𝘓𝘶𝘤𝘢𝘴 𝘩𝘢𝘴 𝘣𝘦𝘦𝘯 𝘣𝘭𝘰𝘨𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘰𝘯 𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘸𝘦𝘣𝘴𝘪𝘵𝘦, 𝘸𝘸𝘸.𝘴𝘱𝘦𝘢𝘬𝘰𝘶𝘵𝘴𝘢𝘮.𝘤𝘰𝘮, 𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘔𝘢𝘺 2017 𝘸𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘴𝘩𝘦 𝘳𝘦𝘨𝘶𝘭𝘢𝘳𝘭𝘺 𝘴𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘴 𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘧𝘢𝘷𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘦 𝘭𝘰𝘤𝘢𝘭 𝘧𝘪𝘯𝘥𝘴, 𝘧𝘰𝘰𝘥𝘪𝘦 𝘢𝘥𝘷𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦𝘴, 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘢𝘥𝘷𝘰𝘤𝘢𝘤𝘪𝘦𝘴, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘢 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘯𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱𝘴. 𝘏𝘦𝘳 𝘧𝘪𝘳𝘴𝘵 𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬, 𝘚𝘱𝘦𝘢𝘬 𝘉𝘭𝘰𝘨 𝘓𝘪𝘷𝘦, 𝘸𝘢𝘴 𝘱𝘶𝘣𝘭𝘪𝘴𝘩𝘦𝘥 𝘪𝘯 𝘖𝘤𝘵𝘰𝘣𝘦𝘳 2021, 𝘸𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘦 𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘴𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘥 𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬, 𝘚𝘱𝘦𝘢𝘬 𝘞𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘦 𝘓𝘪𝘷𝘦, 𝘸𝘢𝘴 𝘳𝘦𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘦𝘥 𝘪𝘯 𝘋𝘦𝘤𝘦𝘮𝘣𝘦𝘳 2021.

Source: Transit Dialog

Rex Orange County announces new album, Who Cares?New single and video “Keep it Up,” out now!

"KEEP IT UP"

WATCH: https://ROC.lnk.to/KEEPITUPVid

WHO CARES?

PRE-ORDER/SAVE: https://www.rexorangecounty.com/

Rex Orange County returns to announce his forthcoming album WHO CARES?,which is due March 11th via Sony Music. Along with the announcement, Rex also shares the new album's lead single and its accompanying video in "KEEP IT UP." In the video, Rex is seen dancing his way through Amsterdam's busy city center as he performs the track alongside musician Benny Sings, with whom he created WHO CARES? over the course of a few sessions in Sings' Amsterdam studio.

Today's release is Rex's first since 2020's Live at Radio City Music Hall EP taken from his two sold-out shows at the venue in 2020 just before his international Pony tour was cut short in Berlin due to Covid-19. As it turns out, however, that tour being cut short is part of the genesis of this album. After spending the bulk of 2020 quarantined back home in the UK, Rex made the trek to Amsterdam that fall to record with Benny Sings, with whom he crafted the 2017 platinum selling breakout single "Loving Is Easy." 

What started as sessions without expectations turned into an incredibly productive 48-hour window of recording with Benny, prompting a follow-up trip to Amsterdam. The subsequent 10 days of work together produced his fourth album, made in close partnership with Benny, that is a playful record by an artist in a playful mood. The album also finds Rex reunited with one of his earliest champions, Tyler, The Creator, who contributes a verse to "OPEN A WINDOW," which marks the first time the two have collaborated since Tyler's 2017 album Flower Boy.

Listen to and watch "KEEP IT UP" above, find full album details below and stay tuned for more from Rex Orange County coming soon. 

WHO CARES?

Rex Orange County

March 11th, 2022

Sony Music

1. KEEP IT UP

2. OPEN A WINDOW (Feat. Tyler, The Creator)

3. WORTH IT

4. AMAZING

5. ONE IN A MILLION

6. IF YOU WANT IT

7. 7 AM

8. THE SHADE

9. MAKING TIME

10. SHOOT ME DOWN

11. WHO CARES?

Connect with Rex Orange County:

Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok

Amazon Music | Apple Music | Pandora | Spotify | YouTube

 Source: Nyou