Let me share two anecdotes: ​ Anecdote #1: The VIP Experience ​ A few months ago, I was invited to give a talk live, in-person to a group of 8,000 people.It was probably the biggest crowd I’ve ever addressed as a speaker.​ Picture this.On the day of the talk, my hair and make-up artist came …

Hope you’re having a great week so far.Today, I’d like to talk about this phrase popularized by Marie Kondo — “Spark joy!” “I have a lot of clothes in my closet but I have nothing to wear!” Have you ever felt this?I sure did. Hehe! I’ve been wanting to declutter my closet as one of my …

Hope you had a beautiful weekend, a long one if you’re in the Philippines. I’m writing this in our province. I love being here, spending time with my family.Later today, we’re going to a beautiful resort (special request of my little brother Kyle). ​ Today, I’d like to talk about limiting beliefs. Is there something …

About two weeks ago, my friend said, “Sha, we’re going to Bataan on Oct 22-23. Join us.” I checked my schedule. It’s clear. I replied, “Game!” When my friend invited me to join them in Bataan, I didn’t even know what we’ll do there, who else is going, etc. ​ The only information I had …

Happy Tuesday! 🙂 ​ October is my favorite month of the year because it’s my birth month. I’ve been celebrating my birthday since October 1 and I am planning to keep celebrating until October 31.My actual birthday is tomorrow, October 19. Please pray for me. Thank you! 🙂 ​ Last Sunday, I was invited to …

Happy Tuesday! 🙂 ​How are you?I’m writing this in a charming restaurant in Tagaytay City, Philippines. I remember how I loved to drive here pre-pandemic.I’m so glad I get to do it again. A cute toddler at the other table lovingly gazed at my direction. Maybe he was thinking, “Who is this beautiful lady in …

Happy Tuesday! 🙂 ​ ​ I have a confession. ​ For years, I felt like a misfit. When I was in elementary, I got more excited solving Math problems than playing the usual childhood games. While my officemates loved to travel, I was more interested in reading books and attending seminars. There were also a …

Happy Tuesday! 🙂 ​ How are you?There was typhoon in the Philippines last Sunday.I hope you are safe and dry. ​ I just got back from the U.S. and it feels so good to be home. ​ Last year, my friend has been telling me,​“Sha, come here. Visit your God daughter.” ​ She told me …

Happy Friday 🙂 ​ How is your week going? My TuesDate newsletter is coming to you on a Friday. Hehe! I’m still here in the U.S. and I’ve so many stories I want to share! OMG! I guess I am wired to share stories. Growing up, my Mama listened to my stories for at least …