Recently, the Philippines celebrated Independence Day—a day to honor our freedom as a nation. But the real question is: are we truly free? Many of us believe freedom means simply doing what we want. In truth, true freedom begins inside us—through the beliefs we hold about ourselves, our country, and our future.

Are We Truly Free? Reflecting on Our Culture, Education, Government, and Spirit

This is an interesting topic because it covers everything. Everything and everyone has a future in many ways. Time is an important resource. It should be handled properly.


Future-Proofing Infrastructure

It was a warm morning in 1941.  A 22-year-old man in his army uniform holding the hands of a young woman—barely 20—her eyes brimming with tears she fought to hold back. They didn’t speak much. What could be said? He was bound for Bataan, conscripted to fight for freedom against the Japanese invaders. She was staying behind, not knowing if they would ever meet again.

Thoughts on Independence Day

"What the NCAP challenges is not just bad driving—it challenges the very narrative. It says no to the idea that personal convenience should always trump collective order. It says no to the myth that we get ahead by getting around the rules. Of course, many people don’t like it. Because in the short run, the law inconveniences them. Their commute is longer. Their singit is punished. Their individual gain is delayed.

NCAP cuts our propensity for ‘shortcuts’

The ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran may feel like it's happening far away, but its ripple effects can still reach the Philippines—and our wallets might feel it first.

How the Israel-Iran War Could Affect the Philippine Economy

Brillante Mendoza censures Robin Padilla’s MTRCB bill

Not only is the whole country or the international community mourning the death of one of their sons, the entire CALABARZON is saddened by the loss of one of its revered citizens from an honorable family.

Victor Laurel passes away at 72

In my seminars, which I call Kamalayan Mindset of a Champion, I share an advanced idea that often challenges how people traditionally think about God. You see, many athletes pray before a competition, asking God for help or a win. But here’s the thing: they usually see God as someone outside of them, separate and distant. So, in their minds, it’s up to God whether they win or lose. Both athletes pray to the same God, and at the end, the winner praises God, while the loser might blame God for not helping enough.

The Champion’s Secret: You Are God, and Your Power Is Inside You

By law, the barangay is the smallest unit of governance in the Philippines. But there's another subdivision (and I'm going to talk of the literal word here) of local governance that is often overlooked: homeowners' associations (HOAs).

Accountability should start in HOAs

You know that line “There’s always tomorrow”? Sounds like a hopeful teleserye title. But in real life? Sometimes, tomorrow doesn’t show up. No call, no text—just leaves you hanging like a message seen but never replied to.


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