Feeling stuck, dissatisfied, or impatient about getting ahead at work? Wondering whether your talent and hard work are enough to propel your career as fast as possible? Optimizing the guidance your HR department can provide could show you the way. This episode’s guest expert has over 12 years of experience in Human Resource and Organization Development Consulting and Coaching and has spoken at global forums as a Shared Leadership and John Maxwell Coach. The founder of Integral HR Philippines and...
May 01, 2024•44 min
As natural disasters and heat waves escalate worldwide, UN Climate Chief Simon Stiell recently announced that humanity has only two years to save the planet. He said that while his warning may sound melodramatic, the urgency of taking action has never been clearer—and he called out not just governments and business empires to act now, but every person on the planet. But is there really anything we can do? Do eco-conscious individual acts still matter? How do we remain hopeful, positive, and proa...
Apr 26, 2024•38 min
Hidilyn Diaz, Margielyn Didal, Alex Eala, The Filipinas national football team, Meggie Ochoa, Bianca Bustamante, Irish Magno, the RP Blu Girls, Josie Gabuco. If you don’t know these names, it’s important that you do. Because in the tales of their triumphs and tribulations lie invaluable life and career lessons that can spur each of us into action. Whether you are trying to climb up the corporate ladder in a male-dominated industry or striving to be the best version of yourself, this episode is f...
Apr 18, 2024•39 min
Did you know that some of our most puzzling and long-lasting mental and even physical health issues can be traced to trauma—possibly as far-reaching as from our childhood? Some of it might have even been inflicted by seemingly harmless incidents in our childhood such as disparaging comments made by a tita, tito, parent, other relative or caregiver! Tackling this phenomenon is Gang Capati, a trauma and neuroscience research fellow of Boston's Trauma Research Foundation doing clinical research on ...
Apr 11, 2024•1 hr 1 min
His ID on Instagram simply says “I like making people on the Internet smile,” but his impact extends way beyond that. “My ‘Why’ as a creator is to ‘Find the funny,’” says one of the most renowned comedy content creators in the Philippines with 3.3 million followers on Facebook, 2.2 million on TikTok, and 503,000 on Instagram. “Davao Conyo,” a.k.a. Phillip Te Hernandez is a mind reader who brings our innermost thoughts to life, infusing even the most mundane moments with his intelligent brand of ...
Apr 04, 2024•35 min
We all know that life is unpredictable, and so is love. We may love someone so much today, but things change, and people change, and it’s good to know we can arm ourselves with practical wisdom—and a legal safety net—that could protect your heart—and your assets? Whether you're walking down the aisle or just curious about your options, join us as we uncover the knowledge you need to protect your financial future and to empower yourself in love and the law. Back on the show after our hit episode,...
Mar 28, 2024•31 min
When we get a seat at the table or gain any kind of influence, it is our responsibility, even in our own little way, to ensure that other women also get their seats, get their voices heard, and get their paths illuminated. In the way that a rising tide lifts all boats, when women champion women, lifting each other ensures empowerment and success for all. Rissa Mananquil Trillo is a UN Women Champion and a vocal advocate for women empowerment and gender equality since 2020. This award-winning ent...
Mar 21, 2024•40 min
Want to be an entrepreneur? Check your childhood for signs of early makings! As a young girl, Anne Arcenas-Gonzales had a knack for selling things to people and mounted her own garage sales at home—but never thought entrepreneurship would be her destiny. After she became a mother at 19, she got a corporate job after college, but she wanted to define her own destiny. So, out of her childhood bedroom and with no business background, she founded and built the retail company Terry, S.A. 20 years ago...
Mar 14, 2024•41 min
“Empowered women empower women,” but sadly, there still exists a phenomenon called the “Pull Her Down” Syndrome, as coined by OG feminist Gloria Steinem. Perhaps women were taught to be competitive with one another because there was such a scarcity of jobs at the top. It’s time to reverse that stereotype and encourage women to support each other instead of tearing each other down. Let’s tap into our collective power and trade the old mentality of “You can’t sit with us” for “A rising tide lifts ...
Mar 07, 2024•45 min
“If love truly is enough, why aren’t there more people in relationships? And why aren’t people happier than they appear to be when they're together?” asks relationship coach Nikki Porter, whose mission is to help women and men pursue a deeper, more grounded love for themselves and their romantic partners. So, yes, cliché aside, learning to love yourself is the greatest love of all. It’s not easy, and takes a lot of work—inner work, but not doing it can negatively impact the quality of your relat...
Mar 01, 2024•41 min
The quality of a couple’s intimacy is one of the most significant predictors of the relationship’s health and stability—it’s the glue that holds a relationship together. But when couples get caught up in their day-to-day problems and responsibilities, they can lose track of each other, resulting in the decline of passion and intimacy as time goes on. The lack of intimacy is one of the most common causes of relationship distress and a top reason for divorce. Getting intimate with intimacy in this...
Feb 22, 2024•46 min
It’s that time of year when we see red, literally (hello, Valentine’s Month) and figuratively, when those who are unhappy about their relationship status are prone to bouts of FOMO—especially amidst societal expectations on finding, falling, and feeling in love as prerequisites for happiness. But are romantic relationships necessary to lead a happy life? They shouldn’t be, says Cat Triviño, co-founder and Chief Product and Data Officer of global mental health organization MindNation which provid...
Feb 15, 2024•49 min
Make sure you finish Part 2 of our fun (and factual!) conversation about what you need to know about dating today and the strategy and skills you need to develop so that “finding love becomes easy,” as Coach Vee says. Listen, learn, and let love through with Vanessa Antonio, the first and only US-Certified Matchmaker and Dating Coach in the Philippines. The founder of Singles Events Manila, the only dating organization in the country that inspires successful single professionals find true love, ...
Feb 08, 2024•38 min
Raise your hand if you (or so many people you know) are attractive, accomplished, and amazing—yet seem to be “unlucky in love.” But, does luck really have anything to do with it? Or does it require quite a bit of effort, or a strategy? This episode’s guest expert says you can find love effortlessly, and in fact, that is her mission. The first and only US-Certified Matchmaker and Dating Coach in the Philippines, Vanessa Antonio is also the founder of Singles Events Manila, the only dating organiz...
Feb 01, 2024•31 min
Vacation over. Back to life, back to reality, and back to the frantic pace of everyday life. And if there’s one thing that will never change in life, it’s change—and challenges, and chaos! Wish you could give your mind the peace and quiet of a vacation anytime, anywhere, having to go on holiday? Riza helps us achieve just that, just as she guides the listeners of her Heal & Flow meditation podcast where she addresses disruptors of inner peace such as Overwhelm, Getting Triggered, and Envy as...
Jan 25, 2024•38 min
Since we interviewed her in Ep. 23 (“You Can Stop Yo-yo Dieting & Hating Your Body”), the message of this registered nutritionist-dietitian (RND)/social media star has become even louder and clearer: Life’s too short to keep saying no to wonderful experiences while being trapped in the vicious cycle of torturing ourselves to attain the “perfect” body. This realization has been the turning point in her journey from former ballerina/master dieter/binge eater to BS Community Nutrition graduate ...
Jan 18, 2024•51 min
“They say money is the No.1 cause of stress in the world, but it doesn't have to be,” says financial coach and financial literacy advocate Alyanna Pabalan. Starting with “no money at all,” she now coaches people on removing their money blind spots and creating the right mindset and proactive and sustainable habits, behaviors, and strategies. Her mission is to help Filipinos take control of their finances, make sound decisions consistently, and expand their minds to what’s possible—using money as...
Jan 12, 2024•41 min
“Plans are nothing; planning is everything,” Dwight D. Eisenhower once said. This might explain why New Year’s resolutions really don’t work! This episode might finally unlock the key to how to make our goals and dreams come true, and all it takes is strategic planning. Think about it: We do strategic planning at work, why not do it for our own lives? Darlyn Ty Nilo (who taught us how to do a personal year-end review in the previous episode) has made a career and an empire out of personal strate...
Dec 31, 2023•42 min
Before you veg out on the couch, numb yourself with leftovers, and forget about the unpleasant parts of the year that’s ending—carve out 15 to 30 minutes today, open your old paper or digital planner and reflect on all the highs and lows that transpired this year. What for? Only by looking back can we more effectively use our realizations to plan for the coming year (which you will do in the next episode). Sharing her year-ender review method is Darlyn Ty Nilo, the creator of the famous Belle de...
Dec 28, 2023•42 min
This is Part 2 of a powerful conversation that unpacks a serious and often heartbreaking topic that touches so many lives: overcoming alcoholism and addiction. Whether you want to help a loved one or yourself, this episode is packed with insights and information to help you navigate the challenging journey of recovery. Shedding light in this episode is Barni Alejandro, an International Certified Addiction Specialist with personal experience in overcoming decades of trauma and addiction. She now ...
Dec 18, 2023•31 min
This is Part 1 of a powerful conversation that unpacks a serious and often heartbreaking topic that touches so many lives: overcoming alcoholism and addiction. Whether you want to help a loved one or yourself, this episode is packed with insights and information to help you navigate the challenging journey of recovery. Shedding light in this episode is Barni Alejandro, an International Certified Addiction Specialist with personal experience in overcoming decades of trauma and addiction. She now ...
Dec 15, 2023•34 min
Ever wish you could argue skillfully and confidently the way a lawyer does? Want to learn how to articulate your thoughts persuasively, maintain composure under pressure, or turn any disagreement into a constructive dialogue? Whether you find yourself in a boardroom debate, a disagreement with a colleague, or a heart-to-heart discussion with a loved one, mastering the skills of a successful argument is an essential life skill. Teaching us the basics here is accomplished lawyer, executive coach a...
Dec 07, 2023•47 min
Struggles are a part of life, but no matter what life throws our way, it is how we respond to the trials that determines our destiny. Marge Aviso is a living example of how strategic mindset shifts can propel us to heights we might never have dreamed of. The daughter of a seaman and a sari-sari store owner in San Rafael, Bulacan, this nursing graduate came from humble beginnings. On her journey to success, she faced blow after blow, including teenage pregnancy, an abusive relationship, and finan...
Nov 30, 2023•51 min
Ever find yourself holding back, hesitant to fully express who you really are or market your capabilities and true potential? How many great opportunities have you declined, dreams put on hold, or opinions left unsaid due to the silent weight of fearing what others might think of you? Helping unravel the layers of this universal struggle and explore ways to overcome this fear is Julian Cañita, an internationally certified executive coach renowned for guiding CEOs and leaders towards exponential ...
Nov 23, 2023•46 min
Even if I’m no longer the EIC of Cosmopolitan , I still get a lot of DMs asking, “Paano ba lumandi?” mostly from women in their 30s and 40s who are re-entering the dating scene, never really learned how to flirt and make the first move, or have lost their confidence in leveling up their landi game. Unfortunately, I’m out of practice when it comes to this (except with internal landi with my husband of 14 years), so I decided to outsource this topic to the viral Queen of Landi, Joelle. While she a...
Nov 17, 2023•47 min
Step 1: Stop running away from conflict! Whether it's a disagreement with a colleague, a spat with a friend, or a clash with a loved one, conflicts are an inevitable part of life. And knowing how to resolve conflict is a skill that's vital not just in the workplace but also in our personal relationships. Giving us practical strategies and tips to help you navigate and transform conflicts into opportunities for growth and stronger connections is Mia Corpus, the executive director of The Conflict ...
Nov 12, 2023•43 min
Who knew that the things her parents once worried about and her peers bullied her for—“weird” things like talking to herself, having imaginary friends, forever daydreaming, being an introvert, having a restless ADHD brain, and even having curly hair—would one day make her world-famous and generate millions in followers and (most likely!) revenue? Her hilarious and thought-provoking skits skewer the absurdities of modern Pinoy life with her sharp wit and keen observations. A master of the satiric...
Nov 01, 2023•47 min
It’s clear: When women lead, things just work better. For decades, science has shown that organizations and countries with female leaders actually outperform their peers on many levels. Why, women have been the backbone of families and communities for millennia! So why are so many women still hitting glass ceilings and facing hurdles when it comes to leadership, decision-making, and economic opportunities? The first step, however, lies within us—in changing the story we tell ourselves about our ...
Oct 26, 2023•44 min
Whether you think you haven’t been yourself lately or that there’s really nothing wrong with you, it’s time to stop putting your mental health in the back seat and take charge with a solid, pro-active plan the same way we address our physical health and fitness. Not paying attention to our mental health affects our overall well-being and quality of life, what with the daily psychological distress we experience in today’s post-pandemic world besieged by a mental health epidemic and a fast-paced c...
Oct 20, 2023•41 min
Science shows that humans judge each other within seven seconds of meeting for the first time—making snap conclusions about their age, competence, likability, education level, lifestyle, income, and social class. What’s more, 55% of first impressions are made by how we look, 38 % by how we sound, and only 7% by what we actually say. Also, it takes only 1/10 of a second for people to decide if a person is trustworthy. Whether or not you consider this fair, one thing is certain: You never get a se...
Oct 12, 2023•48 min
