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Essence of being a Hero

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  Because we really don’t know how to classify a hero, a hero could be someone who does good for their country, a person who inspires people to do good, or a person who is an expert in a certain field and has made a massive impact in the world. It could also be the people around you who do the little things to make things happen. “This country will not be a good place for any of us to live in unless we make it a good place for all of us to live in.” – Theodore Roosevelt What does the word “hero” really mean? According to the Merriam-Webster Dictionary, “a person who is admired or idealized for courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities.” A hero can be someone like Jose Rizal, who used wisdom and writings to help our country gain its freedom. It can also be like Andres Bonifacio, who used grit and force to fight for independence. But how can we become this kind of hero? What can we do to make an impact? “Waste no more time arguing what a good man should be. Be one.” – Mar...
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A Cafe Owner’s Perspective

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  Entrepreneurship, as defined by Merriam Webster, is the art of creating, launching, and managing a business . But being the owner of Splendid Brews, I've come to realize that it's more than just that. Running a café is like painting a picture, a labor of love, and an ongoing adventure. Behind the cozy atmosphere and the inviting smell of freshly brewed coffee at Splendid Brews, there's a lot of hard work. From dealing with permits to carefully handling supplies, creating effective ads, making sure everything runs smoothly, and leading a team of dedicated baristas, my journey as a café owner means I have to be skilled in many areas. As Gary Vaynerchuk wisely says , "Success in business needs training and discipline and hard work. But if these things don't scare you, there are just as many opportunities today as there ever were." Embracing entrepreneurship at Splendid Brews means accepting the challenges and understanding that they're a big part of what I...
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Isang Buwan: A Month of Financial Smoothness

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Three years ago, I authored a short ebook that serves as a constant reminder that you have complete control over your finances. It's not external factors, societal pressure, or the latest trends that determine your financial behavior. It's your choices that matter the most, and the power to make those decisions lies solely with you.  Today, I'm delighted to share this ebook with the public for free, so that everyone can benefit from its timeless message.
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A View from Above

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Close your eyes. See yourself above you. Then zoom out to see the streets and houses near you. Zoom out to see your city, Zoom out to see the world, Zoom out to see the other planets and stars. Have you imagined how tiny we are in this universe?  All of us are like microorganisms in this vast world, a  tiny speck of stardust, adrift in the immeasurable vastness of the cosmos. This Earth is merely a single planet, a small grain of sand by comparison with the endless tracts of cosmic space. If we consider this perspective, we can assume that no matter how big we think our problems are, it won't still affect the order of the universe. No matter how big the struggles and situation, it's safe to say that challenges in life are just a tiny fraction of this gigantic place that we are all in. Gratitude is vastly underrated but by doing this mental exercise, it can help us be more appreciative of all the things that we have. The world is a beautiful ...
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Execution is the game

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You are full of amazing world-changing ideas that you know can make you the greatest who ever lived, but nothing gets done?  The answer is EXECUTION. All our ideas when not executed would be worthless. You have an idea in your mind of making a business that will gain millions of pesos? Why not do it? You have an idea that can cure cancer? Why not put in the work to make that idea into reality? Don't fear the risk of failing, even great people fell down at one point in their lives. Thomas Edison, the inventor of  light  bulb have failed a thousand times before creating his masterpiece. Former American President, Franklin Roosevelt is one of the greatest  example  of persistence.  He lost the election many times, he lost his job, failed in business but at the end of his long and tough journey, he was elected as President of the United States of America. Take that no prisoners approach , you are 100% in control of y...
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In His Time

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Have you ever wondered why there are things in life that we prayed for but we don't get an immediate response from God? And you start questioning your faith and doubted if God heard what you're praying for? Maybe most of us experienced it. Isaiah 55:8-9 New International Version (NIV) 8 “For my thoughts are not your thoughts,   neither are your ways my ways,”  declares the Lord. 9 “As the heavens are higher than the earth,   so are my ways higher than your ways   and my thoughts than your thoughts. God's ways and thoughts will always be better than us. Maybe the pain you are experiencing right now will be the lesson that you will need for the future. Maybe the defeat you experienced will be the fire that you will use for your next move in life. Whatever we are going through right now there is always a reason for that. A plan to prosper you. Jeremiah 29:11 New International Version (NIV) 11 For I know the plans I have for yo...
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Know Yourself

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There is something that is rarely talked about in our day-to-day lives.   Self-awareness. How important is it? Imagine your soul got out of your body and you don't know you are, you don't know your name, height, your facial features, your address, and everything about you. For sure, you'll get lost, you will never find your way home because you don't know yourself. The pursuit of self-awareness is not a waste of time. In fact, it is truly worth it, it produces great results. People who are self-aware know their strengths, know their weaknesses. They know what will make their hearts on fire, and they also know what will make it cold and passive. These people are truly aware of what they are made of and what can they bring to the table. Audit yourself Photo by  Cristofer Jeschke  on  Unsplash Are you happy? Are you sad? Are you doing things that you enjoy? Do you spend enough time with the good influencers in your life...
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