You Can Do This!

Sometimes just one person’s belief in you can help you see a future you never thought possible and give you the courage to take a chance.  For Zarah Juan, it was a woman at her family’s sari-sari store who told her when she was eight years old that she could become a flight attendant. She did—and traveling the world shaped her eye for design. In 2007, she started a small eco-bag business, which be...

You’re dying to give your passion a real shot, but your corporate paycheck pays the bills. Do you really have to choose between the two? If not, how do you mix and balance both? Jillian Gatcheco knows how. After 15 years in publishing, the former editor-in-chief of Cosmopolitan Philippines and editorial director of Summit Media left her dream job for banking. Now a VP for credit-card brand partner...

You’re the one people call when the bills pile up, someone gets sick, or a sibling needs help. Or—You send siblings to school, help build your parents a home, keep the household afloat and somehow still feel guilty when you want something for yourself. So how do you help your family without putting your life and your own dreams on hold? Dimples Romana knows that pressure so well. Long before the i...

Does one tiny concern—a delayed reply, strange symptom, or awkward conversation—ever send your mind straight to the worst-case scenario? Worrying too much deprives you of sleep, wastes energy, and prevents you from living in the moment. Helping us learn how to interrupt the worry spiral are Leah Sanchez, a DBT therapist, ACT practitioner, coach, and CEO of the Agos Diwa Mental Health Services Cent...

Due to popular demand, here’s the sequel to Ep.267—the episode that made us reach No.11 in Spotify’s Top Podcasts in the Philippines charts! In this episode, we go deeper into sleep and answer more of your questions—this time about what really goes on when you sleep, the sleep chronotype you’re born with, napping, oversleeping, difficulty waking up, abnormal behaviors during sleep, snoring, sleep...

Are you stuck—or scared to quit? Are you tired...or is this chapter over? Is it still worth it? Whether it’s a job, a relationship, a business, or even a dream you once badly wanted, how do you know if things are just hard right now—or if this no longer feels right? Kia Abrera is a globally certified neuroplastician—one of only 30+ in the world—a communication strategist, and founder of Brave Crea...

Have you resisted working on your personal brand because the idea of it makes you cringe a little? Maybe it feels fake, self-promotional, or like you’re trying too hard to get noticed. You know that putting yourself out there is essential, but how do you do it without pretending to be someone you’re not? Personal branding coach, executive coach, and reputation strategist Jojo Ampeloquio believes p...

You want to stop choosing the wrong guy, taking things personally, or sabotaging yourself. You already know what you should do, so why is it so hard to break old habits, make better choices, or stay calm under pressure? This is where self-mastery comes in. Joining me in this episode is Lia Bernardo, a behavioral educator, self-mastery specialist, keynote speaker, and author of Love Yourself First:...

These days, people casually say, "I have ADHD" whenever they lose their keys, forget an appointment, or can't focus. But are they just relating to what they see in social media or could it actually be adult ADHD? How do you know when it's worth getting evaluated? Dr. Joyce Maglaque is a psychiatrist at The Medical City, a Fellow of the Philippine Psychiatric Association, and a sp...

Sleep is usually the first thing we sacrifice—but we wear it like a badge of honor. The problem is, many of us have no idea how much poor sleep is endangering our health, affecting our mood, and compromising our performance at work. Dr. Frances Magturo is a sleep medicine specialist who is part of The Medical City’s Center for Sleep Medicine. In this episode, she separates sleep myths from science...

“I just want to do my job,” you might say, but in today’s reality, avoiding office politics doesn't always protect your career. It can often hold you back. So how do you get noticed, build influence, and move up without becoming fake, manipulative, or someone you're not? How do you get ahead without playing dirty? HR and talent consultant and executive coach Crissy Rollan is the face behin...

“Office politics for nice people” almost sounds like a contradiction. If you're kind, honest, and just want to do good work, it can feel like office politics is a game you don't want to play. But avoiding it completely could also mean getting overlooked, left out, or passed over for opportunities. So how do you navigate it without becoming someone you're not? Crissy Rollan is an HR and...

We’ve all heard of people who got a lucky break that changed their life. But very few turn it into a life and career that are still growing and thriving 30 years later. Her story has almost become legendary: she was working in a thread factory in Pampanga when she was discovered while eating at a panciteria in Bulacan. But that was only the beginning. The real story isn't the lucky break but t...

Why do some people instantly command a room while others struggle to get noticed—even when they're just as smart and capable? Before anyone hears your ideas, the way you carry yourself, present yourself, and show up already shapes how confident, credible, and leader-like you appear. In this episode, you’ll learn practical ways to strengthen your executive presence through simple, intentional chang...

The stories we tell ourselves can change the course of our lives. When you keep saying, “I’m not good enough,” or “It's too late for me,” "That's just who I am,” —sooner or later, it can become your reality. What if the biggest obstacle standing between you and the life you want isn't your abilities or circumstances, but the story you've been telling yourself all along? So how...

What if the relationship, job, or achievement you're chasing isn't what's missing? And yeah, we've all heard it before: "Learning to love yourself is the greatest love of all." But according to Dr. Lia Bernardo, self-love isn't just a feel-good cliché—it's the solution to most of our problems. This behavioral educator, self-mastery specialist, and keynote speaker...

No matter how talented or experienced you are, you'll nevergrow if you can't hear difficult feedback without taking itpersonally. Whether it's a performance review, a comment fromyour boss, or even a suggestion from someone you love, theway you receive feedback can determine whether you improve—or stay stuck. ICF-certified executive coach and strategic communicationsconsultant Gidgette Faustino ha...

Does giving feedback stress you out? Are you dreading initiating an honest conversation with someone because you don’t want to sound harsh, offend them, or damage your relationship? This episode is for you! Coach Gidgette is an ICF-certified executive coach and strategic communications consultant who coaches executives and teams through high-stakes conversations and change. She has spent over 20 y...

Why do so many of us overthink, procrastinate, or freeze—even when we really want to do something? You want to start, post, pitch, write, apply, launch—or even just send the email—but somehow you keep overthinking, tweaking, delaying, or waiting until you feel “ready.” At what point does having high standards turn into perfectionism paralysis? Kia Abrera is a globally certified neuroplastician, co...

Funny people make it look easy, while the rest of us overthink every conversation, worry how we'll come across, or try too hard to get a laugh. But improv teaches you that the harder you try to be funny, the harder it gets—and it isn’t about being loud, witty, or the life of the party. If you've ever believed, “Hindi talaga ako funny,” this conversation might surprise you. Aryn Cristobal has been...

Does your brain feel crowded? That’s mental load—the constant planning, remembering, worrying, and anticipating that never really switches off. Carrying everything in your head wears you down. And if you’re a mom or the one everyone relies on, it’s the invisible list that never ends—meals, schedules, everyone else’s needs, and everything running in the background. Ally is a Meditation and Mindfuln...

How do you stay undaunted when life feels uncertain? When plans keep changing and pressure keeps building, how do you still chase after your dreams even when things feel shaky and you don’t even know what’s coming next? Lee Cruz is the Chief People Officer of Ogilvy Philippines and an executive and life coach who works with leaders navigating change, pressure, and tough decisions—helping them stay...

The colors you wear influence how people perceive you. Before you say a word, your colors have already made an impression. In this episode, you’ll learn how using color intentionally can help you attract the life you want and—in love, at work, and in the opportunities that come your way. Ingrid is an internationally certified image and color consultant trained under Asia’s first Association of Ima...

Is your dream taking much longer than you thought? Should you should keep going, change direction, or just give up altogether? How do you stay committed long enough to grow, evolve, and not give up on yourself too soon? Rafe Totengco knows exactly what that journey looks like. The internationally acclaimed and award-winning founder of Rafé New York has been designing bags since 1989 and has built...

Who’s not in awe of the energy, strength, and sheer dedication it takes to raise incredible human beings? Motherhood can fill your life with love—and also keep you so busy that your own dreams sometimes take a back seat . This episode helps you stay connected to yourself and continue creating an amazing, meaningful life outside of motherhood—without guilt, pressure, or unrealistic expectations. Ro...