Monday, December 02, 2024
What if Leni-Kiko won?
Monday, November 18, 2024
Happiness under 130,000 salary
Finding Happiness Beyond the Paycheck: Thriving on Less Than 130,000 Pesos a Month
An article not too long ago was claiming that in order to be happy, Filipinos need to receive 130,000 pesos monthly salary. As important as financial stability is for us, money cannot equate happiness. There are already so many ways by which you can lead an adequately fulfilling life even with just a minimum income of what they're talking about. Here's how you could embrace happiness on your own terms regardless of how your income goes.1. Relationships Over Bank Balances
2. Savor the Sweet Abundance
3. Focus on Gratitude
4. Spend Money on Experiences, Not Stuff
5. Cultivate a Growth Mindset
6. Pursue Hobbies and Passions
7. Practice Mindfulness and Self-Care
8. Giving back to and helping others
9. Find Joy in Learning New Things
10. Redefine Success to Fit Your Budget
11. Health and Wellness
12. Don't Compare With Others
13. Concentrate on What You Can Control
14. Keep Moving by Setting Small Goals
Final Thoughts: Finding Happiness Within
So, the next time you become worried about money, remember how contentment is a reality for you in the here and now. It is in how we live, not in what we earn. So live with simple pleasures, nourish relationships, pursue your passions, and redefine your success on your terms. Happiness is not a number. It is a lifestyle.
Thursday, November 07, 2024
The Philippines and US President Trump
How Donald Trump's Comeback as US President Would Shape Up the Philippines.
1. Economic ties and trade policies
Potential Impact on Philippines:
2. Impact on BPO Sector
Potential Impacts:
3. Immigration Policies and Filipino Workers
Possible Ramifications:
Conclusion: Steer into the Future
Monday, October 07, 2024
My teachers, my heroes
To Filipino teacher Rogelio R. Lopez,
Thank you for your unwavering dedication to teaching the Filipino language. Your passion for literature and language has inspired me to appreciate our rich cultural heritage and embrace the beauty of our national language. Your guidance and encouragement have not only improved my language skills but also instilled in me a deeper love for our country's literature and heritage. I am grateful for the knowledge and wisdom you have imparted to me, and I will always cherish the lessons I learned from you.To Social Studies teacher Isabela C. Lagua,
I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for your commitment to educating us about our society, history, and culture. Your dynamic teaching style and engaging lessons have sparked my curiosity about the world around me and encouraged me to become an active citizen in our community. Your dedication to fostering critical thinking and social awareness has had a profound impact on my understanding of the world, and I am truly thankful for the valuable lessons I learned from you.To PEHM/CAT 1 teacher Dominador C. Mallillin,
I want to extend my sincere appreciation for your guidance and mentorship during my time in PEHM/CAT 1 class. Your leadership and discipline have not only helped me develop physical fitness and self-discipline but also instilled in me important values of teamwork, leadership, and responsibility. Your unwavering commitment to our growth and development as individuals has left a lasting impression on me, and I am grateful for the valuable skills and lessons I gained under your tutelage.To Values Education teacher Narcisa B. Cabalonga,
Thank you for your dedication to teaching us important moral and ethical values that have shaped our character and guided us in making responsible choices. Your lessons on integrity, compassion, and empathy have had a profound impact on my personal development, and I am grateful for the wisdom and guidance you have provided. Your commitment to nurturing our moral compass and fostering a culture of respect and kindness has left a lasting impression on me, and I will always carry the lessons I learned from you in my heart.To English teacher Venecita A. Gaspar,
I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for your dedication to teaching us the English language and literature. Your passion for language and literature has inspired me to become a better communicator and critical thinker. Your patience, encouragement, and guidance have helped me overcome challenges and develop confidence in expressing myself effectively. I am truly thankful for the knowledge and skills you have imparted to me, and I will always cherish the memories of our time together in your English class.To Science and Technology teacher Alma C. Apalla,
Thank you for your dedication to teaching us about the wonders of science and technology. Your passion for discovery and exploration has inspired me to develop a curiosity about the world around me and pursue a deeper understanding of scientific concepts. Your innovative teaching methods and hands-on experiments have made learning enjoyable and engaging, and I am grateful for the knowledge and skills you have imparted to me. I will always remember the valuable lessons I learned from you and the impact you have had on my passion for science and technology.To Mathematics teacher Norman T. Nicasio,
I want to express my sincere gratitude for your dedication to teaching us the principles of mathematics. Your patience, encouragement, and support have helped me overcome my challenges and develop a deeper understanding of mathematical concepts. Your passion for mathematics and commitment to our success as students have inspired me to strive for excellence and persevere in the face of difficulties. I am truly thankful for the knowledge and skills you have imparted to me, and I will always remember the valuable lessons I learned from you.To Technology and Home Economics teachers Higino T. Manaligod and Perla A. Toribio,
Thank you for your dedication to teaching us practical skills in technology and home economics. Your hands-on approach to learning and creative teaching methods have equipped me with valuable knowledge and skills that I will carry with me throughout my life. Your guidance and mentorship have not only helped me develop practical skills but also instilled in me important values of creativity, resourcefulness, and resilience. I am truly grateful for the time and effort you have invested in our education, and I will always remember the lessons I learned from you.To RHGP teacher Venecita A. Gaspar,
I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your dedication to teaching us about responsible parenthood and family life. Your guidance and mentorship have helped us develop a deeper understanding of the importance of building strong and healthy relationships with our families and communities. Your passion for empowering young people to make informed choices and lead fulfilling lives has left a lasting impression on me, and I am grateful for the valuable lessons I learned from you. Thank you for your commitment to our growth and well-being, and for inspiring us to become responsible and compassionate individuals.Monday, July 22, 2024
How to not getting cancelled by anti cha cha?
- Empathy and Understanding
Actively Listen to Understand the worries and anxieties held by those who oppose reform. This will enable you to more skillfully handle their concerns.
Demonstrate Empathy: Even if you disagree, respect their viewpoint and validate their emotions. - Be respectful and avoid using inflammatory or derogatory language when communicating. A more positive atmosphere is fostered by courteous conversation.
Make Your Intentions Clear: Clearly state the objectives and advantages of the changes. Describe how they solve current issues and give concrete instances. - Fact-Based Arguments: Employ Data and Evidence: Provide reliable data, research, and examples to back up your claims. This can strengthen your argument and make it more difficult to refute.
Dispel Myths: Correct false information politely by providing accurate information. Have references ready to support any statements you make. - Forge Common Ground: Locate points of agreement and expand from there to form alliances. Confident beliefs can serve as a starting point for more fruitful conversations.Engage Moderates: Assist those who may be receptive to change but harbor reservations. They can assist in bridging the extremes.
- Accountability and Transparency: Be Accountable: Clearly communicate your reasoning, methodology, and any possible effects of the changes. Openness has the power to foster trust.
Recognize Errors: If errors occur, state forthright what went wrong and how it will be fixed. Credibility can be improved by accountability. - Effective Use of Media:Craft Your Message: Tailor your message for different platforms and audiences. Use compelling narratives and visuals to make your case.Engage Positively: Use social media and other platforms to engage positively with critics. Highlight success stories and testimonials from those who have benefited from reforms.
- Legal and Ethical Considerations: Understand the Law: Recognize the legal ramifications of the changes you are trying to implement. Make sure what you do complies with all applicable rules and regulations.Ethics: Uphold the highest moral standards. Maintaining integrity might help you avoid negative publicity and save face.
- Constant Learning and Adaptation: Remain Current: Stay abreast of the most recent advancements in your sector and be prepared to modify your strategy in light of fresh data.Learn from Feedback: Make use of helpful criticism to hone your tactics and strengthen your positions.
Monday, April 08, 2024
Donate to Rapper, what's the effect?
- Dependency on Donors' Agenda: Well that's depends on the size and influence of donors, there is a possible risk that Rappler's editorial decisions could be influenced by the preferences or agendas of those providing donations. This could be an oligarch, a business elite, a politician, etc. You name it. This could compromise the news organization's independence and objectivity.
- Perception of Bias: Public perception may be influenced by the perception that Rappler's reporting is biased towards donors. There's also possiblity that certain topics are covered more favorably due to financial support. This could undermine trust in the organization's credibility and impartiality. Since June 2023, the trust rating of 47% has been declining, even netizens calling it as crappler. Even confirmed by Politiko.com.ph of such dwindling trust rating.
- Financial Instability: Relying heavily on donations can make Rappler financially vulnerable, as donation levels may fluctuate over time due to changes in economic conditions or donor priorities. This instability could impact the organization's ability to sustain operations and maintain staffing levels. Philippine government ordered to close the news organization in June 2022 due to various reasons.
- Pressure to Please Donors: Rappler may feel pressure to cater to the preferences of donors in order to maintain their support, potentially leading to self-censorship or the prioritization of certain topics over others based on donor interests rather than journalistic merit.
- Loss of Editorial Independence: If donations become a primary source of funding for Rappler, there is a risk that the news organization could become overly reliant on donors' support, potentially compromising its editorial independence and ability to report on sensitive or controversial issues without fear of repercussions.
Monday, March 18, 2024
Absurd 1987 Philippine Constitution
Whatever is happening in the Philippines is a result of implementing an absurd constitution that centralizes everything in the country, and forcing everyone to migrate from any part of the Philippines to Metro Manila. This is what is happening when all of the 82 provinces of the archipelago are neglected, despite all of them are tax payers.
The development of local economies are impaired by monopolies, and doupolies that past administrations since 1987 prioritize their oligarch and elite friends, at the expense of all Filipinos. Definitely, EDSA-pwera!
When there is no foreign direct investments (FDIs), there is also no competition in the economy and everyone leads to mediocrity. No competiton means minimum wage for local workers, no purchasing power of the masses to afford basic necessities such as food, shelter, clothing and nothing luxuries at all.
Those imperialists in Metro Manila and the Tagalog elitists hoard almost all of the national budget and development for decades, then the same who gatekeep the development of 82 provinces as if non-Manila residents are not entitled to it. In the national level, all of the provinces are always in the losing end in terms of infrastructure development. You're truly ignorant if you don't know these matters and even opposing charter change in the country!
No question then that our 1987 constitution is flawed, outdated, defective, rotten and even irrelevant documents by its stupid framers in 1986 in today's modern world.
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Further readings:
- Mapping the Philippines’ Defective Democracy, by Julio Teehankee and Cleo Calimbahin, December 2019
- It’s the fault of the 1987 Constitution, by Hermenegildo C. Cruz, November 9, 2021
- Irrelevant Constitution, by Tony Lopez, January 30, 2024
Monday, March 04, 2024
Bakit single pa rin?
- Pera over jowa
- Peace of mind, yung wala masyadong issue
- Focused on self-growth
- Set of priorities
- Doesn't align with your principles
- Walang choice
- Less expensive (hindi doble ang bibilhin mong foods, drinks, etc.)
- Rare na ang matinong lalake or babae
- Gustong maging independent for all successes and achivements
- Self-healing after being hurt or done hurting someone
- Can't even take care of self
- Walang pera
- Combination ng pagiging tamad, work from home, and not getting to meet anyone new
- Being contented and happy
- Sarili ang mamahalin, hindi ang iba
- Mayaman ang hanap ng iba
- Parang trabaho pero hind ka qualified
- Being in a relationship is a luxury and you should expect a great deal of stress and anxiety
- Ayaw makasakit sa damdamin ng iba kaya stay single na lang
- Hindi pa ready ang sarili sa relasyon
- Pangit ang hitsura
- Cheaters kasi yung iba, hindi pa nakaka-move-on sa ex
- Not able to match the energy
- Mataas ang standards
- Para iwas ang gastos
- Not interested in pursing a relationship
- Mababa ang credit score
- Unrealistic ang standards
- Yung gusto ko, hindi ako gusto
- Focus muna sa sarili
- Naka-"me time" ako baka mabalewala lang ang future partner
- Dahil sa lagay ng ekonomiya
- Breadwinner kasi
- Walang time
- Iniwan kasi ako kaya single
- Masyadong makasarili
- It's meant to be single
- Kontento na sa mga kaibigan ang kapamilya
- Nag-eenjoy sa pagiging third-wheel kasi merong food trips, activities, etc.
- Tinatamad lang
- Kasi walang drama, peaceful ang buhay
- For the peace of mind
- Lack of substance and insecure
- Hindi kasi romantic
- Mahal ang bilihin
- Lahat ng nagustuhan ko, ayaw sa akin
- Hindi pa priority
Monday, February 26, 2024
On APO's hakbang paurong against cha-cha
You won't see this ideocracy in Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, and even Vietnam. You will never see this stupid and idiotic act in countries where their systems are in Federal-Parliamentary and their economy is also open for foreign investors. It's only in the worst university in ASEAN which the education system in the Philippines is lagging behind, the University of the Philippines. You can only see this in the Philippines, the only country in the world where there are a lot of restrictions in its lousy constitution, which some of the framers protect oligarch and elites in the Philippines, making majority of Filipinos poor.
Instead of presenting alternative solutions to economic charter change, they go out in public to their naked bodies which carry no value or message at all.
We need to open our country to foreign investments to several sectors and several industries. Allowing these investors will generate job opportunities for all Filipinos. Instead of going to work abroad, it is much better to bring in investments so Filipnios will no longer be separated with their family members, and friends. It will also generate local tax revenue which will be used to fund our education. So that UP students have something in their brains.
Friday, February 16, 2024
EDSA is officially dead in the Philippines
After the Philippine government issued a decree announcing holidays for 2024, it became apparent that the EDSA People Power Revolution was not included. A vast majority of Filipinos have come to accept that this historic event has lost its significance since Benigno Simeon Aquino's presidency.
In case you haven't come to terms with reality yet, let me kindly remind you that the EDSA rhetoric has officially been put to rest by the majority of Filipino citizens who voted in the recent 2022 elections. As a result, it's crucial that we move on from a constitution based on this now defunct ideology. The previous framework failed in its superficial attempt at safeguarding Philippine interests and was rather motivated by an ulterior goal of prohibiting power for the Marcoses. It is time for those involved with yellow, pink, and red movements reevaluate their approaches as they search for alternative tactics aimed at deceiving people again.
Monday, January 22, 2024
Ang Charter Change ay tunay na pagbabago ng sistema
To all honorable senators of the Philippines:
1. OPEN MARKET ECONOMY
2. PAG-ADAPT ng EVOLVING FEDERALISM
3. PALITAN ng PARLIAMENTARY SYSTEM
Monday, January 15, 2024
Ten reasons to say Yes to charter change
TOP TEN(10) REASONS BAKIT HINDI DAPAT MATAKOT o MANGAMBA sa PEOPLE'S INITIATIVE 2024 or CHARTER CHANGE (Constitutional Reforms)
1. Ang Charter Change o ang tamang tawag talaga is CONSTITUTIONAL REFORMS ay HINDI PROJECT ni SPEAKER MARTIN ROMUALDEZ.
2. Ang UNANG HAKBANG para MASOLUSYUNAN ang mga problemang ito ay ang PAGREPORMA sa 1987 KONSTITUSYON (CONSTITUTIONAL REFORMS) or ang tinatawag sa media na CHARTER CHANGE.
3. Ang ating mga kasama sa SENADO at KONGRESO na siyang tumutulong sa atin na maging katotohanan ito ay sina SENATOR ROBIN PADILLA, REPRESENTATIVES RUFUS RODRIGUEZ, RICHARD GOMEZ, STELLA QUIMBO, JOEY SALCEDA, DONG GONZALES at marami pang iba. Nagkataon lang na si MARTIN ROMUALDEZ ang Speaker at pinakinggan niya ang mungkahi ng karamihan about Constitutional Reforms.
4. Ang proseso sa PEOPLE'S INITIATIVE ay nagsisimula pa lang sa pagkuha ng mga signature. Ito ay dadaan pa sa PAGSUSURI ng COMELEC at ang FINAL STAGE ay iyong tinatawag natin na PLEBISCITE kung saan pagbobotohan ng taumbayan kung YES or NO sila sa Amendments na sinasabi sa PEOPLE'S INITIATIVE.
5. Sa CoRRECT Movement, tatlong reporma ang isinusulong na tinatawag nating THREE POINT AGENDA:
- REMOVAL of the CONSTITUTIONAL ECONOMIC PROVISIONS
Provisions (Articles 12, 14, 16) - ito ang DAAN natin para makaahon sa KAHIRAPAN dahil sa pagpasok ng mas maraming FDIs na magbi ng maraming trabaho, kapital, at makabagong teknolohiya. - Shift to PARLIAMENTARY SYSTEM (Articles 6 & 7)
- ito ang kasagutan sa PAGSUGPO or pagMINIMIZED sa KORUPSYON - Adapt EVOLVING FEDERALISM - Article 10 - ito ang kasagutan para sa MAS PATAS NA PAGLAGO ng mga rehiyon sa bansa.
6. TUNGKOL sa mga ALLEGATIONS na PERA para sa PIRMA, ang nangyayari is nabahiran lang ang PEOPLE'S INITIATIVE dahil isinama ang pagpalaganap nito sa mga pagtitipon ng pagbibigay ng ayuda sa mga tao.
Klarong klaro sa instructions, ano ang nilalaman ng PEOPLE'S INITIATIVE at may mga pamphlets pa nga na ibinibigay at based sa video, tama naman ang pagkasabi na malamang uunlad ang buhay natin kapag nabago ng KONSTITUSYON. Posible rin na hindi na detalyado ang explanation kasi nandoon na lahat sa pamphlets at sa form ang information. Alam mo naman na may katamaran ang mga tao sa ganyan na kalakaran lalo na at pera lang or ayuda ang pinakapakay talaga nila.
7. Ang PEOPLE'S INITIATIVE 2024 ay suportado rin ng mga REPRESENTATIVE, mga GOBERNADOR , mga MAYOR, hanggang sa mga BARANGAY CAPTAIN kung kaya't ito ay pinadaan nila sa kanilang Constituents na nasanay na sa PADRINO SYSTEM.
8. Hindi naiiba ang People's Initiative sa ganito na transaksyon. Walang sinasabi sa intention ng PEOPLE'S INITIATIVE na pirmahan mo ito at bibigyan ka ng pera or ayuda. WALANG PERA para sa PIRMA. Existing na ang network or structure na ganyan. Dumaan lang ang PEOPLE'S INITIATIVE ngayon dahil naghihingi ng suporta ang mga Kongresista at Local na Officials na suportahan ang pagbabago ng Konstitusyon.
9. As for the PEOPLE'S INITIATIVE 2024, ang punto dito ay upang maklaro ang kahulugan ng Article XVII Section 1 (1)
10. Tinutulak ang amendment na ito para matapos na ang pagtatalo ng House of Representatives at Senado dahil sa Article na ito na dahilan upang hindi makausad ang usapin ng REPORMA sa KONSTITUSYON.
Check this website for more information: correctphilippines.org
Sana po NALIWANAGAN KAYO at NAWALA ang inyong TAKOT at PANGAMBA at suportahan natin ang PEOPLE'S INITIATIVE 2024 para sa PAGREPORMA sa 1987 KONSTITUSYON.
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Monday, December 04, 2023
My thoughts about SIM registration
When the SIM registration enacted into law in October 10, 2022 in the Philippines, there are only few people or groups who are against it. Let's try to dig some thoughts about this social issue.
Benefits of having SIM cards registered:
- Crack down on mobile phone scams and other crimes
- Aims to use SIM cards responsibly
- Right to data privacy
- Violation of freedom of expression and access to information
- Spoofing of a registered SIM card
- Could be use to mass surveillance
Monday, November 20, 2023
When you feel like giving up....
Monday, November 13, 2023
Ocean of wisdom
Monday, October 23, 2023
Tropang Sawi
Kaming mga nasaktan,
Kami'y magpapakilala lng nman,
Ako nga Pala si "Patpat"
Iyon ang tawag nila sa tulad kong Payat,
Minsan nang pinakilig ng taong di tapat,
Ginawang mundo ang taong di karapatdapat,
Nabulag sa pag ibig na inakalang sapat,
Sinisi ang sarili sa katawang buto't balat
Ngayon puso ko'y tila nalowbat
Dahil sa panloloko ng taong Huwad.
Ako nga pala si Repob, Pobre ang kabaliktaran,
Minsan ding nahumaling sa gandang kumikinang,
Nasilaw at naakit sa babaeng buwang,
Kinutya, pinagtaksilan, pinagpalit sa Mayaman,
Paghihirap at sakit tiniis na lamang,
Sarili tinanong, Ang pagiging mahirap ba'y isang Kasalanan?
Tama na ang mga salaysay aking mga Tropa,
Ako nman ngayon ang mgpapakilala,
Pangalan ko'y Negrita iyon ang tawag nila,
Umibig sa Lalaking may ibang sinisinta,
Nilalait, pinupuna, kulay kong di kaaya aya,
Tinutukso't binabato ng masasakit na salita,
Hindi mkatulog mula gabi hanggang umaga,
Sa kakaisip kung bakit siya pa,
Iniibig kong lalaki kasing ugali nila,
Ngayo'y natuto na,
Kadalasang ugali ng tao'y kabaliktaran ng itsura.
Labis na sakit na ang mga naririnig ko,
Ako'y pakinggan, estorya ko'y isaulo,
Wala sa Likod, dahil nasa harap nyo,
"Bekikang" iyan ang tawag sakin ng mga tao,
Bakletang mahilig sa matcho at gwapo,
Minsang naging seryoso sa lalaking siraulo,
Binigay ang lahat, maging ang buhay ko,
Binubugbog, pinerahan ng lalaking tarantado,
Sa ibang bakla'y nkipagtalik kapalit ng malaking premyo,
Mga inipon ko't pinaghirapa'y winaldas ng gago,
Mga plano kong binuo'y biglang naglaho,
Dahil sa isang lalaking manlolokong minuminuto,
Aking mga kaibigan, relax muna kayo diyan,
Talambuhay ko nman ang inyong pakinggan,
Ako pala si "Bobby" iyan ang aking Pangalan,
Kasalungat ng Patpat, Ako ay Malaman,
Sa Kusina'y napag iwanan,
Iyan ang bulong bulungan,
Hindi sa nagyayabang, kami'y may kaya din nman,
May negosyo't may ipagmamalaki aking kanunonunuan,
Minsan ding umibig nang walang alinlangan,
Sa isang babaeng akala ko'y pang walang hanggan,
Subalit nahuli kong may ibang kasintahan,
Napagtanto kong siya'y salawahan,
Isang araw siya'y sumulpot sa aking harapan,
Humingi ng tawad sa kanyang mga kasalanan,
Subalit sapat na ang aking mga nasaksihan,
Mga pera kong binigay ang lalaki ang nakinabang,
Kaya't ako'y hindi na magpapaloko kaninuman,
Ang mga naranasan niyo'y masaklap isipin,
Pahintulutan sanang estorya ko'y idagdag din,
Ako'y tinaguriang "Matalinong Matsing"
Dahil sa ilong kong bitin na bitin,
Matalino man, ngunit may kulang pa rin,
Dahil ang itsura ko'y isinumpa ng dilim,
Pinagdarasal ko laging ako ay mapansin,
Ng nililigawan kong kasing ganda ng bituin,
Oo nga't maraming humahanga sa angkin kong galing,
Ngunit hindi sa itsura kong walang bahid ng ningning,
Dumating ang panahon nung ako'y umamin,
Sa babaeng ako'y may tunay na pagtingin,
Pagsinta ko'y pinabatid ng mariin,
Sinamantala kahinaang maituturing,
Ako'y ginamit, relasyo'y nilihim
Pinagawa ang mga bagay na labag sa akin,
Isang araw ng ako'y dalhin,
Ng kapatid kong nag aalala sa akin,
Sa paarala'y nasaksihang may ibang kakissing scene,
Kaya napabulong na lng ako sa hangin,
Tama bang ito ang dapat kong sapitin?
Ang mga Kwento nami'y kapulutan ng aral,
Wag Maging bulag sa pagmamahal,
Puso'y isantabi, isip ang ipairal,
Kung noo'y nasktan ng pusong Brutal,
Ngayo'y matuto ka't wag maging hangal,
Kilatising mabuti mga taong kanal,
Puso'y di mawari sintigas ng bakal,
Sariling buhay mo'y wag isugal,
Sa mga taong may pusong mapanakal,
Ipabatid sa lahat Katapangang marangal,
Mapagsamantalang tao'y di dapat magtagal,
Sila'y di nararapat sa mundong Banal.
Wednesday, October 18, 2023
Why life begins at forty as they say
Monday, September 04, 2023
I'm entitled to my opinion
Monday, August 21, 2023
Scams in the local entertainment
How to spot scammers in the acting business? Let me provide you some tips.
- Some productions collects payment. Just make sure you get official receipts the first time you pay. If not, that's a red flag. A legitimate acting workshop must be a business registered and that any money you pay should be issued an official receipts.
- Others don't ask you to pay for anything and that's a pro-bono. It means there's no talent fee. That's fine for the sake of exposure to the public viewing. May it be on YouTube or Facebook. Just go for this. Change it to your experience.
- Make sure that the production company you're thinking or planning to join has connections with people who are already in the industry. It is a must that the company should be able to produce a good set of setcards for your with a VTR and that you have a copy of these.
- Since I have been for over a year, make sure that they good camera not smartphones when shooting a scene for your project. Branded camera adds legitamcy of the production.
- Regardless of gender or sex, if a talent scouts ask you to send nude photos, that's a no-no.
Monday, May 15, 2023
Just call me by my name
In Filipino work culture, there's a sense of familial camaraderie where colleagues often address each other with affectionate titles rather than by their names. For instance, older women may be called "mother," older men "father," and so on.
During my time in Ortigas Center, we affectionately referred to one of our colleagues as "daddy." May he rest in peace. Now, in my current workplace in Eastwood, these two young ladies affectionately call me "mama," despite my insistence otherwise.
Personally, I prefer to be addressed by my name alone—simply Gerry. Being called "mama" is something I cannot embrace, as it holds a sacred place reserved for one person—my mother. On this note, I extend warm wishes to all mothers across the universe on this Mother's Day.