Behind the Song “I Believe” by Prinsesani
I’m not a professional music critic, and I don’t claim to be an expert in songwriting or production. I’m just someone who loves music deeply—the kind that sticks with you quietly, until one day it feels like the words were written for exactly what you’re going through. “I Believe” by Prinsesani is one of those […]
Behind the Song: Laki sa Layaw by Mike Hanopol
I’m not a music critic. I just love listening to songs that say something real, and Mike Hanopol’s “Laki sa Layaw” does that in a way that still hits today, even in 2025. I grew up hearing it at family gatherings, late-night jeepney rides, or even during quiet moments when the radio played old Pinoy […]
Behind the Song: “Insomniya” by Kenji Deadass
There are songs that make you feel good, and there are songs that make you feel. For me, Insomniya by Kenji Deadass falls into the second category. It’s not just a track I listen to—it’s one I feel in my chest. It’s one of those rare songs that seems to come from a place of […]
Breaking the Silence: Men’s Mental Health Deserves More Than a Month
June is a powerful time of year. It celebrates Pride, a beacon for LGBTQ+ visibility and acceptance, and it shines a necessary spotlight on Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month. These movements may seem separate at first glance, but they share a deeply human thread: breaking the silence around pain, identity, and mental well-being. Today, more […]
The Creative Mind Unchained: How ADHD Fuels Artistic Brilliance and Chaos
In the growing conversation around mental health awareness, one truth rings loud and clear: not all minds work the same way—and that’s a good thing. For creative individuals with ADHD, the journey to self-acceptance is often messy, nonlinear, and misunderstood. But within that chaos lies a powerful truth: ADHD doesn’t kill creativity—it fuels it. The Artistic […]
The Silent Struggle: What You Don’t See Behind the Stage
A raw take on anxiety, burnout, and pressure in the indie music scene “No one talks about what it’s like when the gig ends…” The lights go out. The crowd cheers. The last note fades. And just like that, another gig is over. But for many indie musicians, this is where the real struggle begins. […]
How to Self-Soothe During an Anxiety Spike: A Practical Guide for ADHD and Neurodivergent Minds
When anxiety hits, it can feel like a tidal wave—sudden, overwhelming, and all-consuming. Your heart races. Your chest tightens. Your thoughts spiral. Maybe your hands shake, or you can’t sit still. For neurodivergent individuals, especially those with ADHD, anxiety spikes often show up without warning and crash hard. Sound familiar? You’re not alone. Whether triggered […]
When Chaos Meets Distance: How Therapy Helped an ADHD-Anxious Partner Thrive with an Avoidant Lover
From the outside, people used to say they’d never last. Alex was the storm—vibrant, impulsive, deeply affectionate, and always needing reassurance. Diagnosed with ADHD in her early twenties, she lived in a constant state of internal noise, with thoughts ricocheting like a pinball machine. Her anxious attachment only intensified things—texting three times in a row […]
Riding for Men’s Health: The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride and Its Impact in the Philippines
The Silent Crisis: Men’s Mental Health Men’s mental health remains a critical yet often overlooked issue worldwide. In the United States, men are four times more likely than women to die by suicide, despite being diagnosed with depression and mood disorders at lower rates. This disparity is partly due to societal norms that discourage men […]
When I Go Quiet, Please Stay
There are days I go quiet. Not because I’m angry. Not because I don’t care. Not even because something specific happened. I just… fall into a space where words don’t come easy. I carry a storm inside me that doesn’t have language yet. And honestly, I get tired of trying to explain feelings that don’t […]