Fan
Round and round we go Swinging fast, to and fro Chasing blades no one knows Reaching beams, skipping floors Merely a game of catch, unending When will we get tired of pretending Give rest to this chase I finally know my place
Sunflowers in November
Sunflowers in November, bright and rare What can you remember besides my long, brown hair? For the chill and silence of the garden The striking morning dew and golden stars Remind me of everything about you Sunflowers in November, sharp and brief What can you remember, my heart’s thief? For the warmth and smell of …
A Purple lullaby
maybe tonight we will meet beyond cold roofs and thin tents beyond the darkness of the sky and the dim glimmer of the stars we will find a path to walk upon together even if the road is just made of thoughts and mist
Code Blue
Bravery Isn’t always confined In shouts or cheers Sometimes It trickles Flows Silently On cheeks Stopping pain To escape from one’s lips
One way mirror
Love me back Just like you did yesterday Just like how you promised the sun and the stars Not the moon You know I never wanted to own such pure majesty Fragile Love me back Just like words that can never be readjusted to fit Just like oceans that sweep shores instantly Not the …
A Decade after Graduation
A Decade after Graduation Since April is here, well, while I’m writing this article anyway, I suddenly remembered that this year marks a decade after my college graduation. A decade. I’ll let that phrase sink in for a moment. Okay, now the phrase has settled better in my consciousness. Kidding aside, it has been a …
Mental Health Check: When you feel like a LOSER, consider seeking (professional) help
Failure and loss that make us feel less confident. We may feel like we are running all over the place while doing our best to solve everything. There may also be times when it seems like nothing eventful is happening, as if our life is stagnant and we are merely going through the motions. We …
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S.A.L.A.D: Self-Affirmation Letters and Detachments
Do you like salad? What constitutes your favorite salad? While there are controversies about what is considered a ‘salad’, we can agree that the ingredients of a salad largely contribute to one’s preference. Some people prefer fruit to vegetable salad while others think macaroni salad is the best. Some people say that apples and bananas …
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When someone asks for help, be MAGIC!
As a resource speaker, I enjoy the question-and-answer or open forum the most. This segment allows me to have a peek at how the audience understands mental health. The questions also become a practical reference for me when I prepare future presentations, and help me craft possible podcast topics. I am often asked, “How can …
CAMPS: 5 Things to Consider When Seeking Professional Help
Imagine hiking a mountain called Life. You pack your essentials, food, and water. During the hike, you encounter unplanned challenges such as extreme weather and slippery slopes. You also experience intense hunger, emotional outbursts, and exhaustion. At some point, you no longer know why you started the journey or what you want to see at …
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