“When self-doubt comes in, just keep moving forward.” Part of my preparations to climb the highest mountain in the Philippines (Mt. Apo) is to practice walking solo with a bit of a trail run. I did it in the mountains of Cebu such as the “Starbaks,” “RCPI,” “Barcramps,” “6 Towers,” and the “Kang Irag Trail.”Continue reading “Hiking rule to remember: Pause to rest but no stopping, must keep going “Bahala na*”
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Strangers Turned Into Instant Family for 2 days and a Night
In almost 4 Years of consistently challenging myself to travel solo if no one makes time for me, I’ve had so many opportunities meeting new people, and they’re not just people, they are good people. Recently, I took a flight to Davao to climb Mt. Apo and I met groups of strangers in a groupContinue reading “Strangers Turned Into Instant Family for 2 days and a Night”
Preparedness and Consistency
Preparedness and Consistency: These are the two key players for a successful goal! If you ever start pursuing your dreams, don’t you ever think of giving up now, because once you do, “It’s the end of it all.” Once you think, the body follows, so always think forward, always keep going, no matter how manyContinue reading “Preparedness and Consistency”
Climbing the 1st Highest Mountain In The Philippines The 1st Time Was A Success, Here’s How I did it to Mt. Apo Summits
Preparation is the key but above all, you must have a goal, a great reason to achieve something major; because Mt. Apo is not easy to summit, hardship is 9/9, so do not underestimate for your own safety. It’s better to be over-prepared than disappoint yourself in the end. Impress yourself, to gain her trust.Continue reading “Climbing the 1st Highest Mountain In The Philippines The 1st Time Was A Success, Here’s How I did it to Mt. Apo Summits”
The Bests Of My Solo Hiking Experiences Revealed!
The Thrill in Solo Hiking makes me feel Alive. While others kept on waiting for someone or a group to accompany them to hike or just a simple stroll in an uphill route, I always chose to go solo because I realized I wasted my time waiting, I embodied a mentality of “Doing it now.”Continue reading “The Bests Of My Solo Hiking Experiences Revealed!”
Keeping The Momentum, On My 4th Week On Trail
Yesterday, I did another 8-13 kilometers trail run with an elevation of 536 meters. The device did not update well, due to signal issues, so the result is not accurate. The other week, I also did 8km Solo Trail to almost the same area, but I did a backtrail yesterday. I previously thought it wouldContinue reading “Keeping The Momentum, On My 4th Week On Trail”
Almost Got Into Another Relationship 6 Years After, Luckily I got Ghosted Again
After 6 years of choosing to stay single, I almost got into another short term relationship, luckily it ended so shortly that we haven’t talked of being in a relationship at all. It was all friendship and kindness, and kind of a short romantic date. For the record, that was the first time that I’veContinue reading “Almost Got Into Another Relationship 6 Years After, Luckily I got Ghosted Again”
Courage Sets Me Free; Fear Kept Me Stuck In A Loop That Never Ends
Without courage, we wouldn’t be able to walk because we will not take that first step forward. I had no exact idea how I learned to walk, I just had courage, for sure I crawled first and then I started holding unto heavy and strong objects and started standing and then walking to the otherContinue reading “Courage Sets Me Free; Fear Kept Me Stuck In A Loop That Never Ends”
Turning Obstacle Into An Opportunity By Doing “IT”
I am convinced that my only obstacle is my old self. Don’t stop, keep going! Just do it, you’ll get used to it. Believe in yourself, you have come this far, what proof do you still need. You can do it! I used to be so scared of crossing the Mactan New Bridge alone. InsteadContinue reading “Turning Obstacle Into An Opportunity By Doing “IT””
You’re Not “Not Good Enough”; It’s Not What You Want
If you ever think that you’re not good enough because of failure and rejection, think again, never settle for less. Learn to change your choices. Is that what you really really wanted to do or is someone wanting it for you? There might be a reason why you’re not doing your best. Maybe it’s notContinue reading “You’re Not “Not Good Enough”; It’s Not What You Want”
Climbing, Rocks! 