Written by a mother of a child with autism, Doobiedoo Asks is a wonderful book for all ages Photo courtesy of Bambi and Roland Amago Raising an autistic child is hard enough, let alone raising one in a culture in which the stigma surrounding autism still runs high. So this mother created a powerful...
Our best tips to common self-care issues How come we’ve never been so steadfast with our routine in the years prior to when “care” was incorporated into every aspect of our daily lives? Maybe because we have progressed past the need for superficial, capitalist schemes that wronged the...
Even before the crisis, many of us have already been fighting an invisible enemy. These days, with all the anxiety and stress caused by everything that has been happening all over the world, it is crucial to have a good and unashamed discussion about mental health. According to the Department of...
After over six months of being in quarantine ensued by COVID-19, more and more individuals are itching to immerse themselves in nature. And to cope with the current situation, they look for alternative ways to be surrounded by nature and greens even inside their homes. In celebration of mental...
Because our mental health should always be a priority Art by ARIANA CAMILLE MARALIT It’s easy to get tangled in the stress of everyday life, but don’t rob yourself of breaks. If you’re having a hard time sorting through your thoughts, let these four apps be your breather all at once. Keep in...
The pop icon reveals she thought about suicide every day and hated ‘being famous’ on her journey to self-love American singer and actress Lady Gaga is continuing to be open about her mental health struggle. Recently, she talked about how depressing fame could be,...
There's enough going on. Don’t let your mental health take a beating, too By MICHAEL U. JIMENEZ , RPsy, RN, LPT, MBA, MAPsy, Dip OD As I have reiterated in mental health-related seminars that I have conducted, we should always see the interconnectedness of our thoughts, feelings, and behavior....
Nobody likes to feel trapped, but for claustrophobes, it involves going down a much scarier wormhole. But there are ways to cope Art by ARIANA CAMILLE MARALIT As quarantine drags on, the ever-present drumbeat of fear is getting harder to ignore. Fear changes a person, at least in the short term....
Understanding ways to manage brain discomfort JM de Guzman applying ice-technique during his panic attack In deep sleep, at 4 in the morning, JM de Guzman suddenly woke up undergoing intense waves of emotions. His heart rapidly beating, he felt like he was about to pass out or die. He shared this...
A wellness check online series aired an episode that focused on our educators THE REALITY Teachers have it rough too, photo from ADB In this pandemic, every day is a challenge, which is why it is important to promote kindness, to try to understand one another, and to extend a helping hand whenever...
Moira dela Torre Moira dela Torre sends a message to those struggling with mental health issues, especially in this pandemic. The singer began by admitting on Instagram that she suffers the same. “Anxiety attacks have been often. My joints start to stiffen. I couldn't breathe,” she said. It...
An in-depth not exactly spoiler-free review of Netflix’ hit Korean drama series It’s Okay To Not Be Okay It’s okay to not be okay, especially in these crazy times. We just finished watching It’s Okay To Not Be Okay , and we can’t get over it! The anticipation toward weekends, when we...
