Sticking to a budget is a tough thing to do, especially with all the temptations around us (aka unli-samgyup, milk tea, online sales and more). But don’t fret, sticking to a budget is actually manageable once you break it down to easy baby steps. In this episode, we will talk about practical budgeting tips such as the 60/40 principle, when to invest, having multiple bank accounts and taking calculated risks.
Read MoreWe’ve all had our fair share of experiences with negative people (or negathrons, as we call them). Maybe you’ve had a friend who constantly complains about everything or a co-worker who’s just plain unhappy with their life. It’s easy to feel stuck between wanting to help them change and cutting them off your life. In this episode, we’ll help you navigate around this tough situation with some tips on how to deal and stay positive around negative people.
Read MoreAfter a long hiatus, we are back with quite a heavy topic: dealing with broken dreams. One of the hardest things in life is seeing the dreams you worked so hard for fail in front of you. Times like these raise a lot of questions and doubts in our minds: How do I deal with the pain? Should I keep going or just give up? Frankly, there is no definite answer, but this is a topic worth talking about. In this episode, we share Joyce’s experience with broken dreams, how to deal with it and some words of wisdom to help you get through these tough times.
Read MoreWhen you’re in your 20’s, there’s a constant struggle between the idea of building your career and travelling the world. Some people say that your 20’s is the time for you to do whatever you want and travel as much as possible, while others would say that your 20’s is the time to hustle and grind for your career. With all this opposing chatter, how do you know which side to choose? How do you know if you’re ready to travel in your 20’s? Should you focus on working instead? We hear you, and we’ve got your questions covered! In this episode, we give you tips on what to consider when travelling in your 20’s from weighing your priorities, figuring out if you can afford it to choosing which destinations to go to.
Read MoreWe all have experienced nights where our minds are restless and just won't let us sleep. Unfortunately, today is one of those nights, so we thought, what better time to record a raw podcast episode? After 6 takes in the wee hours of the morning, we are back with a very raw and sporadic episode featuring tips to fall asleep, Joyce's journey as a radio jock to Christ's undying love.
Read MoreWould you believe that even the best public speakers feel stage fright? The fear of public speaking can truly be one tough giant to overcome, but with the right preparation and practice, you can learn to speak confidently and authentically. In this episode, we will share some tips on how to become a better public speaker, namely: reading, making outlines, observing your pegs, being authentic, surrounding yourself with people who believe in you and of course, to have fun!
Read MoreWe all know adulting can be quite the struggle: from paying your own bills, dealing with
your boss, to just figuring out what the heck is going on. In this first episode, we share a list of
things to stop doing as you traverse through one of the toughest periods in life, your twenties! In
this list, you will find five main things to avoid, namely: bad habits such as drinking and
gossiping, going back to your ex, living on social media, comparing yourself to others and
finally, self-doubt.
Read MoreAlmost all of my friends who found out about my Malaysia trip earlier this year were surprised when I told them it was my first time there. Most of them have visited at some point in their lives - whether for work or leisure, and were adamant in suggesting places to visit, food to try out, and shopping centres to, well, shop.
Needless to say, I had an absolute ball visiting Malaysia. I couldn’t believe how much I had been missing out on by not visiting sooner. There were so many places you could go to, if you’re traveling alone, with friends, or family — and the people, food, and culture will only make you want to come back for more.
Read MoreWe swept the Louvre and saw her smile
We sat outside and drank our wine
You kissed me slowly by the Seine
We fell in love in Notre Dame
Read MoreThrough what will have to be the most egregious year of my life so far - I find a streak of dashing silver in that I get to celebrate Christmas with an everlasting hope in my heart.
Read MorePero bakit ganun, noh? Tatamaan ka talaga sa sandaling pinaka hindi mo inaasahan. Magugulat ka nalang na yung bawat salitang binibigkas nung bwisit na gwapo sa harap mo, nagkakaron bigla ng background music (Free Falling ni John Mayer, ‘yung live version na tahimik at parang sinulat specifically para sa moment na ‘to).
Read More14. If you have nothing good to say, learn to be silent. In most situations, charity trumps liberty.
Read MoreIt has been an incredibly busy past couple of months, spending weeks in and out of Manila - working out of town, traveling abroad, and basically hustling my way through 2018. What has been a great blessing in my life is being able to do what I love, hosting and singing, and merging it with a passion I had found in 2014: TRAVEL.
Read MoreIt’s an absolute honor to be a part of a brand I truly believe in.
Read MoreCongratulations to all the pupils, congratulations graduates! It’s a special day for you, and even more so for your parents, guardians, and families who have worked hard in aiding to achieving your dreams. Give them a hug, a kiss, and lots of compliments (that hopefully you truly mean). Please invite me for more of these things - it was wonderful. Read my short speech below:
Read MoreJoy breathed into life through love in action. The 2018 outreach program that marks my sixth year, and my second as a World Vision Ambassador.
Read MoreLove has been a ridiculous adventure of discovery that continuously lead to character building, to say the least - and yesterday I gathered my thoughts and laid in under three types of love - self-love, love for others, and Agape.
Read MoreI miss this place often and dream about going back the minute I step into the airport aiming to catch my flight back to Manila. If I had the chance to fly to anywhere else in the world right now, I’ll probably pick New York. And it’s not just because my best friend lives in one of the coolest boroughs in town and I could easily crash her apartment (and probably not have to worry about rent for maybe 6 months before she kicks me out), or because I met Tom Hiddleston there the first time I went (and probably will see him again if I seek intently enough). It’s because New York City, out of all the places in the world (yes, I’m sorry, I love my country, but even Manila -) makes me feel most like myself.
Read MoreI saw you today from the other side of my car window. Waiting right below the street lamp where you and I once hailed a taxi together. It was a frigid January evening and the streets were cluttered with drunken flirts and a distant ringing of reggaeton. I’ve doused myself with enough whisky and had thought the night should be over early rather than later; these days I start my mornings before seven, with double pours of coffee, enough to keep me active though hazed, enough to jumpstart the day, enough to help me remember what life was like before you and I and before you and I was no longer.
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