Life in Progress

In a world that rewards visibility, oversharing, and constant updates, choosing privacy can feel like resistance. But what if keeping your life private isn’t about hiding—what if it’s about protecting your peace? In this episode, we talk about the quiet power of moving in silence. How privacy creates space for clarity, growth, and self-trust. Why not everyone deserves access to your plans, your he...

In your 30s, money starts to feel different—not heavier, just clearer. You begin to realize that staying in your lane is a form of wealth. That comparison is expensive. And that when your choices are aligned, things start to fall into place in ways that feel steady, not rushed. In this episode, we talk about trusting your own financial rhythm—earning at your pace, spending with intention, and buil...

A soft life or ambition culture—what would you choose? We’ve been taught that success has to be loud, exhausting, and earned through constant grind. That rest is something you get after you’ve proven yourself. But what if that belief is outdated? In this episode, we unpack the quiet tension between wanting more and wanting peace. We talk about redefining ambition, unlearning hustle culture, and al...

As this year ends, I've compiled my top 10 mental health lessons that helped me throughout 2025. Wherever you are in life, I hope this brings a little light. I'm wishing you a peaceful few days before we welcome 2026.

What happens when a young entrepreneur sits down with someone who’s spent over 14 years building companies from the ground up? A conversation unfolds honest, grounded, and rich with lessons shaped by lived experience. From early risks to hard pivots, they exchange insights on growth, failure, intuition, and what it really takes to build something meaningful. In this episode, Cleo Loque of Hiraya P...

In the years of traveling around the world, here are some sentences I found over time that I hope would somehow help you too.

You might want to watch this before the year ends. It’s easy to focus on everything you didn’t do, didn’t finish, or didn’t become. But before you step into 2026, you deserve a moment to pause, breathe, and honor how far you’ve actually come. This episode is your gentle reminder that growth isn’t always loud, noticeable, or tied to milestones. Sometimes it’s the quiet shifts, the boundaries you le...

With 2025 ending, we've compiled some lessons that were learned this year. 🤎 What was your lesson?

Your 20s feel like the decade of “figuring it all out.” Every decision feels high-stakes. The right job, the right relationship, the right path. You carry this tension in your body, taking everything so seriously because you think that’s what adulthood requires. But things shift in your 30s. The moment I stopped trying to control everything, life felt lighter. Choices became more intuitive. Failur...

Is it really that da*n phone… or are we just too used to overstimulation? If you can’t focus for more than 10 minutes, take it as a sign — not of failure, but of fatigue. We live in a world that glorifies being constantly online. Scroll here, reply there, switch apps, switch tabs, switch thoughts. And without noticing, our brains get wired for chaos. No wonder we can’t sit still anymore. A digital...

They say your 30s are where everything starts to make sense. Turning 34 taught me that clarity comes with loss, redirection, and grace. It’s the year I learned to stop forcing things to stay, to trust endings, and to hold gratitude even in uncertainty. In this episode, I’m looking back at the small but powerful lessons this age brought me: the beauty of stillness, the courage to speak up for mysel...

We live in a world that glorifies the grind. Where slowing down feels like falling behind. But here’s the truth: when you rest, you actually do more. Rest isn’t about laziness or losing momentum; it’s about renewal. It’s the quiet space where creativity returns, clarity finds you, and your body and mind realign with purpose. In this episode, let’s talk about why rest is just as important as produc...

In this episode of Life in Progress , we’re calling out the modern-day propagandas of dating — the unrealistic beliefs, half-truths, and romantic myths that keep us stuck in unhealthy cycles. From “love should always be easy” to “you just need to find the right person to be happy,” we’re unpacking what these messages really teach us about self-worth, timing, and emotional maturity. This is your re...

For what it’s worth, constantly proving yourself to others will not only drain you — it will cost you a big chunk of your life that you can never get back. In this episode, we talk about the pressure to always “prove” your worth — whether it’s through success, relationships, or the image you show online. We’ll unpack where this need comes from, how it quietly takes away your peace, and what it mea...

Friendships in adulthood can be just as beautiful—and complicated—as romantic relationships. In this episode, we’re unpacking the green and red flags that show up in adult friendships. From the subtle signs of genuine support and emotional maturity to the red flags we often overlook in the name of history or comfort, this conversation dives deep into what healthy connection really looks like. We’l...

Looking back at my 20s now that I’m in my 30s, I realize how much those years shaped me. My 20s were messy, fun, full of lessons, and sometimes painful—but they were necessary. In this episode, I’m sharing the truths I’ve learned along the way: why it’s okay not to have everything figured out, how friendships and love evolve, what money and health really mean, and the importance of trusting your o...

Have you heard of the saying "You are the five people you surround yourself with?" The people closest to you shape your mindset, habits, and even the way you see yourself. If you’re surrounded by encouragement, growth, and authenticity—you’ll naturally lean into those qualities. But if your circle drains you or holds you back, it can quietly influence your choices too. We hope you enjoy listening...

Now it's time for Marty to ask questions for Angely in today's episode. They talked about all things mental health and finding balance with entrepreneurship and nurting personal life all at the same time.

We’re keeping things super chill today with a comfy sit-down kind of episode. I just wanted to share something close to my heart—the 5 Cs in mental health that I’ve picked up over the past three years of going to therapy. These aren’t fancy terms or textbook stuff, but real lessons that helped me understand myself better and get through the ups and downs of everyday life. Think of it as little rem...

Easter Island remains one of the world’s most underrated destinations—not because it lacks beauty, but because it’s so remote and hard to reach. It’s not the kind of place most first-time travelers would choose, yet for those who make the journey, it offers endless wonder. In this episode, I share the lessons I took home from this extraordinary island—about history, perspective, and the kind of gr...

They say that when you move to another country—far from everything familiar—you’re pushed to step up and truly show up for yourself. That’s exactly what happened to me four years ago, when I packed my bags, left the Philippines, and started a new chapter in Madrid.

Finding “the one” isn’t just about luck—it’s about understanding yourself, building real connections, and knowing what to look for. In this episode of Life in Progress, I sit down with Coach Vee (Vanessa Antonio), the Philippines’ first US-Certified Matchmaker and Science-Based Dating Coach, to talk about the realities of modern dating. From navigating today’s dating culture to learning what truly...

Behind every business I’ve built is a story you don’t see—quiet battles, unexpected turns, and lessons I had to learn the hard way. In this episode, I’m sharing the side of entrepreneurship that rarely gets talked about. It’s not about numbers or headlines—it’s about what happens in between, and how those moments have shaped me as the founder of Access Travel.

We’ve all had those moments — scrolling through social media, watching people hit milestone after milestone, and wondering, "Am I falling behind?" In this episode, I’m opening up about the quiet pressure of timelines, life expectations, and the comparison trap we all fall into sometimes. Whether you're in a season of waiting, rebuilding, or simply figuring it all out — this is your reminder that y...

In this episode, I’m back with Myrza Sison, but I’m sharing my story this time. For the longest time, I thought being a go-getter was just my nature. But as I looked deeper, I realized it was a mirror of how I saw my mom growing up — strong, fearless, and always pushing forward. At 19, I started Access Travel with little capital and a lot of courage. Fourteen years later, it's still here, not just...