Blessed widows on All Saints Day
Around the year 1995, 28 years ago, I wrote my first book, titled Wives Are Lovers Too, which became an instant bestseller. It must be because of the catchy title but I believe it was the…
Conscious mindfulness in a disruptive world
For today’s column, I have decided to continue sharing on Conscious Mindfulness because so many of my readers called me up to share their comments, impressions and words of appreciation for such a timely subject.…
Silence is the gift of the heart
Once we have reached the age of maturity, having gone through various experiences in our lives — from sad, happy, traumatic, depressing to euphoric, victorious, stressful, problematic or life-defining — we come to the realization…
Conscious mindfulness
As we continue to live our lives in meaningful pursuits amidst this age of disruptions, I am reminded to share with you, my dear readers, the ways for us to be more relevant, more engaged,…
Sarifa Alonto Younes: ‘love your obstacles’
For this week’s column, I have decided to do a book review of an outstanding woman leader — Marawi-born Muslim Sarifa Alonto Younes’ book titled Love Your Obstacles. Sarifa wrote this inspiring book which was…
Sarifa Alonto Younes: ‘love your obstacles’
For this week’s column, I have decided to do a book review of an outstanding woman leader — Marawi-born Muslim Sarifa Alonto Younes’ book titled Love Your Obstacles. Sarifa wrote this inspiring book which was…
Cherchez la femme?
Look for the woman is what the phrase Cherchez la femme means in the French language. By a person’s statement, he or she attributes a certain action or incident to be caused by a woman.…
Carpe diem: Seize the day!
Did you ever question yourself and ask: was my day today worth my while? You are the only one who can answer that question truthfully and honestly. According to the Oxford dictionary, seize the day…
Winning my 46th book project in 25 years with MIESCOR 50th anniversary book
Exactly a week ago on 15 June, I had a contract signing with Meralco Industrial Engineering Services Corporation to produce its 50th anniversary coffee table book. It was such a delight and honor to meet…
In life we get what we give
Six months ago, I ran a workshop for 50 women managers of a local government unit in Southern Luzon. In this time of disruption, the four mayors of the region decided to invite so that…