Photo courtesy: World Health Organization “You are one sickness away from poverty is no longer just a warning—it is the lived reality of millions.” – Dr. Tony Leachon (Public Health Advocate) The phrase “one sickness away from poverty” is a harsh reality reflecting the fragile financial security of many Filipinos. Specifically, we’re talking about the…
“Often when you think you’re at the end of something, you’re at the beginning of something else.” — Fred Rogers I recently met two friends who are both retiring this year. One was a reluctant retiree, anxious and scared of what lies ahead for her. She is seriously concerned if she is already physically, mentally…
“You must gain control over your money or the lack of it will forever control you.” -anonymous Almost every one of us have experienced having debt – it may be through a credit card, mortgage or a personal loan. There is nothing seriously wrong about it until it starts controlling and leading you to a…
“An emergency fund is your financial seatbelt. You may not always need it, but when you do, you’ll be glad it’s there.” — Financial Proverb Most, if not all of us, have experienced a financial emergency requiring us to shell out money from our own pockets. A family member needing emergency medical attention, an urgent…
“If you buy what you do not need, you steal from yourself” – Swedish Proverb Most of us have found ourselves making impulsive purchases. How often have you used (or heard) phrases like, ”I deserve this buy” or ”This is my reward for working so hard “, or “I’m buying it at a discount”, to…
“You’re going to mess up. So instead of trying to be perfect, learn how to be accountable.” – Whitney Goodman Leadership and accountability must come together. Accountability is when you accept responsibility for the consequences of your actions, words, and decisions. As a leader, you must not only hold your people accountable but you are expected to exemplify…
“Your child leaving is a milestone, but your life continuing is the point.” – Anthony Damaschino My husband and I have been living by ourselves for almost 3 years already. All our children have places of their own and are busy living their own lives. We’re officially an empty nest. Being an empty nester is…
“A father holds his daughter’s hand for a short while, but he holds her heart forever.” — Unknown Yesterday, June 21, we celebrated Father’s Day – a special day in honor of the first man in our lives. There have been so many articles and talks about mothers and their unconditional love for their children….
Photo: Forbes “Your story isn’t meant to echo a previous chapter; it’s meant to write a whole new volume.”- Anonymous When my son Paolo was recently given an expanded role, he was excited about the move but reluctant at the same time. As his predecessor did a great job, Paolo feels that he has big…
Photo credit: Shutterstock “I believe that through knowledge and discipline, financial peace *(freedom) is possible for us—all of us.” —Dave Ramsey This coming June 12, we are again celebrating and commemorating our Philippine Independence Day. We remember how our forefathers fought hard for Filipinos to gain liberty from captivity and slavery. Fast forward to…
