JOURNAL | Counting the Days: A Reflection on Life, Purpose, and the Unexpected

It’s funny how life throws us curveballs when we least expect them. We go through our routines—waking up, going to work, complaining about the mundane—and then, out of nowhere, something happens that shakes our sense of normalcy to its core. 

The other day, I got news that left me speechless. A friend of mine, not someone I’m particularly close to, was diagnosed with a brain tumor. He’s in his late twenties, young and full of potential, and yet here he is, facing a challenge that no one should have to confront at that age. I couldn’t wrap my head around it. How is it that I spend so much of my energy sulking over trivial matters when people like him are grappling with life-threatening illnesses? 

JOURNAL | Halfway Through 2024

Here we are, right in the middle of 2024, which means the "BER" months are just around the corner again. This year has been tough in many ways, and I've realized that rushing to achieve our goals doesn't really help. With the current economy, starting a new job means it could take 6 to 12 months just to recover from debts and obligations. But despite everything, life is good. I have a roof over my head, and everyone in the family is healthy. People say it's better to live in the present, but I often catch myself worrying about the future. Maybe I should listen to Louise Hay's affirmation videos more often—they really help me stay calm and focused.

LIFESTYLE | Urgency and responsibility

Urgency and responsibility

Attended Sunday worship with Sarah Edjan today. Sarah's one of my best friends and I thought of joining her today since I neede some spiritual healing. Fortunately, I did receive some spiritual healing even a little bit. I had a few realizations and that include the following: