Personal Growth

People often say that my daughter and I look exactly alike, and my typical response is, "But she’s much prettier." I struggle to understand how I could possibly be considered that pretty as well. Growing up, praise was scarce, while criticism was abundant. As a result, I felt ugly and somewhat stupid, convinced I was never doing anything right. My childhood provided a blueprint of what not to do as a parent, leaving me feeling broken inside. I learned to project confidence wh

This blog post reflects on my journey of navigating girlhood through a challenging relationship with my mother. It delves into how my upbringing shaped my identity and the lessons I learned as a parent about fostering curiosity and self-discovery in my children. Ultimately, it highlights the importance of support, love, and connection that comes with embracing one's true self.

In reflecting on my journey, I realize that the pursuit of freedom has been a significant theme in my life. Expanding from childhood escapades to adult choices, this quest has shaped my understanding of self-discovery and belonging.

People flinch when I say how old my kids are, like I’ve got monsters at home. But my kids talk to me. That isn’t luck — it’s intention, born from studying my parents’ mistakes and my own. I made plenty of them when they were little. Their reactions were the mirror that showed me who I didn’t want to be — and where I could choose repair. ✨

Every Halloween, I think about my dad. He wasn’t around — by choice. I used to miss the idea of him more than the man himself. But healing means accepting it was his loss — because I’m a damn delight to have around.

I took a few days off — diving with whales and seals, wandering, eating fresh food, driving by the sea. 🌊 It’s been so long since I did something only for myself. Part of me still feels selfish. But the other part? Alive, open, and seeing life through a new lens.

At the ICF Philippines DEIB event, I was reminded of a lesson from my acting days: shed what’s mine to make space for another. 🎭 In coaching, this means pausing before every session to notice my biases and emotions, park them, and later ask where they come from. 🌱 The more I understand myself, the freer I am to hold space for someone else — not just in theory, but in presence and respect for uniqueness.

I wasn’t attending the training — I was working at it. But even from the sidelines, what I heard and absorbed changed everything. The lessons on self-awareness, leadership, and communication didn’t just stay in the workshop. They followed me home, cracked open truths I had been avoiding, and ultimately gave me the courage to walk away from a life that was no longer mine.

The closer who we are inside matches who we are outside, the happier we are. A simple truth that hit hard after a recent conversation with my son. It reminded me how often the most polished lives can hide the loudest storms — and how costly the gap between appearance and reality can be.

Pretending drains your energy. Performing your life isn’t the same as living it. Here’s what happened when I stopped.

I wore masks long before I ever stepped on stage. They were invisible, yet heavy. I learned to smile, keep the story moving, and hit my...

Even as someone fluent in three other languages, learning French shook me. It wasn’t about vocabulary or grammar — it was about self-doubt, visibility, and fear of failure. This is about the slow, imperfect progress we often dismiss, but should absolutely celebrate. 💬💛

A recent dinner conversation about grandparent names led to an unexpected wave of emotion. I found myself thinking of my dad — someone my children never got to meet. Grief has a quiet way of returning, not to disrupt, but to remind. In coaching and in life, these moments teach us that healing isn't about closure — it’s about presence.

One small choice to pause and respond differently can change everything — on the tram, at home, at work. Here’s what I saw and what it taught me about connection.

We all say we want to grow. 🌻 To communicate better. ✨ To be more patient. 🕊️ To lead with more empathy. 💛 But here’s what we don’t...

It’s summer again. 🌴 For the kids, that means no school, no homework, and weeks of unstructured time to play, rest, and… test your...

Recently, I had the chance to be an actor-facilitator  in a powerful series of workshops with Feliz Consulting  for Jardines — and it...

I wasn’t one of those girls who grew up confident. Not in how I looked, and definitely not in how I thought.   There were signs —...

The moment I stepped into facilitation work, I thought I was there to help others grow. To hold space. To guide. To create...