Tag: Everyday Wellness

Simple, practical wellness habits for daily Pinoy life—sleep, movement, hydration, stress, and realistic self-care.

7 Days of Ulam: A P1,500 Weekly Meal Plan for a Filipino Family of Four

💸 Kaya ba ng ₱1,500? “Ang mahal na ng bilihin ngayon!” You’ve…

A Filipino’s Guide to Understanding and Preventing Type 2 Diabetes

👩‍👩‍👧 "Kamusta ang Blood Sugar Mo?" At a Filipino fiesta or family…

10 Simple Lifestyle Changes to Lower Your Risk of Heart Disease in the Philippines

Did you know that heart disease is the number one killer in…

How to Deal with “Mom Guilt” When You’re a Working Filipino Mother

It’s a scene many working Filipino moms know too well: You close…

It’s Okay to Not Be Okay, Nanay: A Guide to Managing Filipino Mom Burnout

😓 Pagod Ka Na Ba, Nanay? It’s 5 a.m. — before the…

The Complete Beginner’s Guide to Hiking in the Philippines: Everything You Need to Know

🌄 Why Hiking in the Philippines is Special The Philippines isn’t just…

How to Ace Job Interviews in the Philippines: Common Questions & Answers

Landing your dream job in the Philippines often comes down to how…

The Reality of Single Parenting in the Philippines: Struggles, Strength, and Survival

It’s 5:00 a.m. in a small barangay. A mother rushes to prepare…

How to Discipline Without Spanking: Effective Parenting in the Pinoy Context

Parenting in the Philippines carries a long tradition of strict discipline. Many…

How to Build a Healthy Baon for School Kids: A Practical Guide for Filipino Parents

🍎 The Daily Baon Challenge: More Than Just a Meal The 5:30…

Why Filipinos Still Trust Hilot: Unpacking the Ancient Art of Touch in a Modern World

In my travels across the Philippines, from the bustling urban centers of…

The Dangers of Self-Medication in the Philippines

In many Filipino households, medicine is as common as rice in the…