Starting 2019, Pakistan allows Filipino to travel using the e-visa.  But prior to that, it is a must to prepare the necessary visa requirements for Filipinos before traveling Pakistan.  As a matter of fact, the process itself is easy as long as the documents are ready.  For instance, applying for a Pakistan visa was not easy previously. But when the Pakistan embassy introduced the E-visa portal (link here https://visa.nadra.gov.pk/), no need to visit the embassy office to process the visa application.    So, for those Filipina who want to visit their Pakistani BF, worr ..read more

Want to know the complete and detailed guide on how to apply for Pakistan E-visa for Filipina who wants to visit their Pakistani BF? Once upon a time, I was in your shoe.  As matter of fact, I have met my BF online way back 2016.  But just like you,  I was madly in love that I even went to their embassy here in Dubai, UAE to apply for my visa to Pakistan. Remembering those times made me laugh while writing this article.  Furthermore, the dilemma of visiting the embassy with the suspicious eyes of those men staring at us and wondering what on earth these ladies are doing in ..read more

Are you TIRED of working for years and you still don’t have enough SAVINGS to retire soon?  If you’re also like me, then join me on how we resolve this common problem of an OFW (Overseas Filipino Workers) here in Dubai.  Here are the 10 savings tips for Filipino Expat in Dubai. Are you excited to learn how you SAVE MONEY while working abroad?  To give you a glimpse of what the content is all about, stay tuned in . 10 Savings Tips for Filipino in Dubai Content      1.  Adapt a MINIMALIST lifestyle      2. Ask “YOURSELF” why you are in Dubai &nbs ..read more

Being a perfectionist is not easy. For some, it helps them to achieve their goals without a fuss. They don’t get stress doing the task, they finish on time and they are proud of themselves. But why it’s not easy for some people to complete the task or even starting it is a struggle? As a perfectionist, I want things to be perfect even before starting the task.  Whenever ideas popped up, my mind gets too excited and it starts planning and come up with an outcome. I feel excited to implement the idea but when the next day comes, my mind gets stuck—–I don’t know how to start….. Yes, you read ..read more

Heart rate racing, sweaty hands, and feet, heavy breathing, irrational thoughts, excessive worries—what are these body sensations? These are the questions I asked myself.  I don’t understand what is happening. All of a sudden natatakot ako kahit wala naman threat or danger sa paligid. Natakot ako lumabas ng bahay, natakot ako sumakay ng bus, natakot ako pumila sa grocery or sa pilahan ng jeep/taxi, natakot ako sa long drive, natakot ako sa elevator, natakot ako for my health, natakot ako for my loved ones.  Puro ako takot na dumating ako sa point na di ako lumabas ng bahay for 2 mon ..read more

Being a perfectionist is not easy. For some, it helps them to achieve their goals without a fuss. They don’t get stress doing the task, they finish on time and they are proud of themselves. But why it’s not easy for some people to complete the task or even starting it is a struggle? As a perfectionist, I want things to be perfect even before starting the task.  Whenever ideas popped up, my mind gets too excited and it starts planning and come up with an outcome. I feel excited to implement the idea but when the next day comes, my mind gets stuck—–I don’t know how to start….. Yes, you rea ..read more

Why do you think Anxiety exists?  Did it happen to you while you were sitting, you suddenly felt uncomfortable?  Bigla ka kinabahan, nanlamig mga kamay at paa mo and nahirapan ka makahinga.  In those moments, you start to panic and you can’t control your movements and it affects your thinking.  That sudden moment that you feel like dying.  I presumed familiar ka sa dine-describe ko.  Ilang beses mo na ba naranasan ganung pakiramdam?  “Panic Attack” – – – Google or encyclopedia has its own definition. Hayaan na natin sila sa medical terms how they described it ..read more

Do you feel anxious when you have a presentation at class or at work? Or you feel uncomfortable meeting others?  These kind of feelings are normal. Lahat ng tao nakakaranas ng kaba at takot lalo na kapag nasa situation that requires their attention.  But for those who suffer anxiety  the case is not the same.  Anxiousness or pagkabalisa ay nangyayari kahit walang upcoming event. The most common symptoms are below; 1. Fast heart beat Have you experienced one morning waking up with a fast heart beat? Yung akala mo nag exercise ka sa panaginip or may naghahabol sayo sa panagin ..read more

Have you ever wondered one day you woke up feeling energetic and alive?  But the next day parang lahat ng problema sa mundo pasan mo? Why all of a sudden your mood changes? Bakit hindi ka maka-perform ng simpleng task? If you are reading this post, then you are most probably seeking answers or solutions sa nararamdaman mo. At the beginning of this journey, we rely too much from the internet hoping we get the answers we’re looking for. I was just like you when I was in that stage.  Yes, stages!  Do you know that anxiety has stages? If you are reading this post, I presumed you hav ..read more

I am a Perfectionist.  I am an Introvert.  Those statements above-defined my personality.  When these words combined, it becomes a disaster. I don’t remember when did I became a perfectionist nor an introvert that I didn’t notice that I’m becoming one.  When you possessed both of these qualities, daily life can be challenging. A simple task becomes your stressor. The fast-pacing world dictates our day to day lives that affects our mental health. The effect of technology on our brains is detrimental. Some people spend a lot of time browsing social media, binging on Netflix ..read more