Cyril Abello 
Have you experienced so many failures in life, such as failing the board exam twice, inability to get through job interviews, or being defeated in singing contests? Are you discouraged from trying again? Or do you consider yourself a complete loser because of those downfalls? It is normal to fail because humans are not perfect. …
Fresh from a breakup? Are you afraid of not being able to endure the pain and loneliness in the next weeks to come? Well, it is true that this is a fragile phase, and if not dealt with properly, you might end up depressed. In order for you to overcome loneliness, apply the following ways …
Do you explode easily and blurt offensive words whenever someone makes you wait for a long time? Are you so hot-tempered that everyone would immediately leave your side whenever you are triggered? Or are you the kind of person who wants instant gratification, like instant noodles or fast-food? Being impatient can cause you trouble. It …
No relationship is perfect. All unions have flaws, and conflicts are expected to happen from time to time. However, no issue can destroy the bond of couples working hard together to make their relationships work. The following are the top 10 problems that most relationships have to deal with. Find out how they emerge, how …
Still mourning over your breakup? Do you still love your ex but for some reasons you can never get back together? Do you want to completely let go and move on? Just so you know, the moving on process does not happen overnight and it is normal that you will miss your ex because s/he …
There are a lot of admirable ladies around, and you might be insecure with them because you think you could never be half as good as they are. However, always remember that no one is perfect, and everyone has her own share of flaws and goodness. If you want to be a good person, then …
How do you know if your relationship is still worth keeping? You probably love your boyfriend/girlfriend so much but it gives you more headaches than happiness. Or maybe it is hindering you from being productive and from getting closer to your dreams. If your relationship has negative effects on you already, then it can be …
In my previous article, I have enumerated the benefits of being single. Aside from having the freedom to live your life to the fullest, you also save yourself from heartaches and headaches that usually come with the perks of being in a committed relationship. However, I am not saying that you should not get into …
Getting reprimanded for always coming to school or working late? Do you always include overcoming tardiness in your every New Year’s resolution but nothing changes? Maybe it is time to start taking little steps that will help you achieve this objective successfully. So how do you overcome tardiness or lateness? You do not have to …
Diligence is probably one of the traits that most people find hard to achieve. With the increasing number of distractions around, such as social media, the Internet, and mobile games, sometimes it becomes difficult to stay focused on what needs to be done. Admit it, once you feel tired or bored with what you do, …
Are you having self-pity because you think you are not as talented as others? Or maybe you have the skills but you wish to improve them. What can you do? Skills are learned and anyone can be a master at one skill or more with the right amount of dedication, knowledge, and experience. If you …
Do you want to quit smoking or drinking too much alcohol? Or maybe you have realized how checking Facebook eats much of your time that you cannot study anymore. Or you simply procrastinate all day that you have become so unproductive lately. Bad habits always come with a price—and it could be a harmful effect on …
One of the most difficult realities to accept is our own imperfection. Usually, it is easier for humans to pinpoint the flaws of others, but we are always on the defensive mode whenever we hear others talk about ours. Nevertheless, in order for us to be able to maintain good relationships, we have to be …
Being a pessimist can greatly affect how you respond to situations as it may lead you to despair or depression. Moreover, it can have a negative effect on how you socialize with people. It could cause trust issues and cynicism. In order for you to improve your mindset towards circumstances and the people around you, …
Which is better? Being single and free or being in a committed relationship? Are you weighing down the advantages and disadvantages of going steady with someone you love? There are a lot of things that only single people can enjoy. They have the freedom to do whatever they like, and they can have more opportunities …
Are you glad that you have family or friends who are always available to help you whenever you are in need? Are you thankful for them? Well, have you ever let them know how much you value their support and presence? Gratitude is one of the best gifts you can give back to those who …
Are you aiming to top the board exam? Or do you want to graduate with flying colors? Or maybe you want to achieve your dream of being a millionaire in two years. These goals are not impossible to reach, but they all require a great amount of focus to be possible. Nevertheless, with so much …
Being successful is not dependent on luck. Moreover, you do not need to come from a rich family or graduate from a popular school just to be a successful person. It is something that can be achieved with perseverance, discipline, and the right mindset. If you are easily discouraged from failures and you want to …
Are you on the verge of quitting it all because it seems like everything has gone out of control? Do you feel like you are a failure for not being able to successfully carry out your plans? It may seem like you have done everything you could but your best was not good enough—so should …
The best thing you can do for yourself is achieving self-actualization, and this would only happen if you reach your highest potential. However, this does not happen overnight and there are always roadblocks along the way. If you want to unlock your full potential, then you can check out these 17 ways I have listed …
Everyone says you need to be yourself, but the problem is whenever you try to be the ‘real’ you, everyone has something to say. It is hard to express who you really are when you have to consider the opinions of the people who matter to you. Since we live in a society that is …
Being paranoid about your relationship? Are you afraid that your partner could be sneaking behind you? If you have been cheated on in your past relationships, then it would not be surprising if it is hard for you to trust completely again. The problem is, sometimes we get too paranoid about the possibility of getting …
Newlywed and still groping in the dark of how it is to be a good wife? Or you have probably been married for many years but it seems like you still have to learn a lot about being a real partner to your husband. Either way, I hope this list can help you be the …
Are you falling for someone but you are afraid s/he is the wrong person? You have probably been hurt a lot in the past and you want to keep yourself from further heartbreaks. Now, is there any way you can stop yourself from falling in-loving fast? True love takes time to grow. Yes, it is …
Are you in love? How do you know it’s true love? What if it is only infatuation or obsession? Or maybe you are only overwhelmed by the thrill of getting attention from someone you are attracted to. Everyone is looking for genuine love. Sad to say, some people who thought they already found it realized …
Have you been called insensitive due to your careless comments? Or do people tell you that you need to be more tactful because you are being too honest? Do you think it is time for you to learn to control your mouth or actions to avoid offending others? Or probably you are struggling with carelessness …
Not everyone is a natural giver. Some struggle with generosity because they are worried that their resources would not be enough for them if they give to others. Others are focused on saving as much as possible for the ‘future’, and giving to others would defeat their purpose. However, we all know that an ideal …
Negative situations and painful experiences can dull our perspective of the future. Sometimes, if we are surrounded by problems, we cannot see beyond them anymore. We have the tendency to succumb to hopelessness, killing the light in our eyes. If right now you are in a situation wherein you are struggling to move on with …
Laziness is among the top enemies of employees and students. There are many people who are actually intelligent and have the capacity to get what they want. However, because they lack hard work, they fail to accomplish their goals and end up unsuccessful all their lives. Probably, you are among the people who are struggling …
One of the causes of conflicts is hypocrisy. It is always easy for everyone to point out the mistakes of others and not see his/her own. Also, many people think they are better than others whose flaws are exposed because their own closets of skeletons are not discovered yet. The danger is sometimes we are …