Morning Energy: Conference & Gratitude

Good morning, everyone. It’s another beautiful day to be gorgeous. Today started early—we were up by 6:30 AM, walking to our conference that runs from 7:00 to 11:00. There’s something grounding about starting the day with purpose, especially in a place as beautiful as Hawaii.

After the conference, we planned to spend some time at the beach—just laying out, soaking in the sun, and allowing ourselves to slow down. It’s been a balance of learning and living, which I’m really grateful for.


Beach Moments & Simple Joys

The beach has been incredibly vibrant—so many people, so much life. I decided not to get into the water because of runoff and high bacteria levels, but honestly, just being under the sun (with sunscreen this time!) has been enough.

There’s something peaceful about doing nothing. Sitting under the shade of a palm tree, feeling the warmth, eating good food—it reminds me that joy can be simple.


Food Finds & Little Luxuries

I had leftovers from a meal we tried earlier—pork with curry and rice—and it was so good. The curry had the perfect balance, rich and comforting. It’s funny how food can hold memories. This was actually a place I had forgotten about, and coming back to it felt like rediscovering something special.

We ended up spending about $80 total for two meals with drinks and appetizers—honestly, not bad at all for such a satisfying experience.


Friendship, Boundaries & Reflection

Yesterday brought up something deeper. I realized that a friend of mine might be uncomfortable with me sharing parts of my life on YouTube—especially when it involves them.

And I get it.

This journey of being open and public about my life comes with consequences. Not everyone wants to be part of that, and I’m learning to respect those boundaries. At the same time, it made me reflect on how I show up in my content and how I can be more mindful moving forward.


The Loneliness of Building Something New

If I’m being honest, this YouTube journey has felt lonely at times.

Not everyone in my personal life understands it. Not everyone supports it. And sometimes, the silence from people you expected encouragement from can be loud.

But at the same time… I’m not alone.

Because I have you.

The people watching, engaging, and connecting with my story—you’ve become part of this journey in a way that feels real and meaningful.


Monetization Milestone: A Small but Powerful Win

I’m officially monetized.

Even saying that out loud feels surreal.

In my first day, I made $24. It may seem small to some, but to me, it represents something much bigger—it’s proof that this is possible. That something I built from scratch, something vulnerable and personal, can actually grow into something sustainable.

I reached over 13,000 watch hours in less than a year. That’s something I’m genuinely proud of.


Healing Through Expression

There’s a part of me that feels shame about doing YouTube.

Maybe it’s because it seems ā€œsimpleā€ or not traditional. Maybe it’s because I’m so exposed.

But there’s also a bigger part of me that feels proud.

These videos have helped me find my voice. They’ve helped me understand myself in ways I never did before. I’m seeing a different version of myself—someone more confident, more open, more aligned.

This has been healing.


The Bigger Dream: A Simple Life in the Philippines

Lately, I’ve been asking myself: What do I really want?

And the answer keeps coming back the same—a simple life in the Philippines.

Less stress. More presence. More meaning.

It’s scary, though. I’ve spent so much of my life working hard to build stability, to succeed abroad. And now, I’m questioning that path.

But maybe that’s growth.

Maybe this is what it looks like to finally move from survival… into intention.


Taking the Leap (When I’m Ready)

A friend told me something that really stuck:

ā€œYou have the wings to fly—but maybe you’re still strengthening them.ā€

And I think that’s where I am.

I could take the leap now. But I’m also preparing—building something sustainable, something that will support the life I want.

I don’t want to just jump.

I want to fly.


Slowing Down in Hawaii

This trip hasn’t been about doing everything.

It’s been about resting.

Slowing down. Reflecting. Healing.

After a recent health scare, I’ve been reminded that life isn’t meant to be lived constantly on the go. There’s value in stillness. In quiet. In doing less.

And right now, that’s exactly what I need.


What’s Next: Growing Together

I’m continuing to build this channel, step by step.

I want it to be interactive, meaningful, and real. So if there are topics you want me to talk about—please let me know.

I also have yoga content coming soon (once platform issues get resolved), and I’m really excited to share that with you.


Closing Reflection

This journey isn’t perfect.

It’s messy. It’s vulnerable. It’s uncertain.

But it’s mine.

And for the first time in a long time, I feel like I’m not just surviving—I’m becoming.

Thank you for being here. Thank you for witnessing my growth. Thank you for supporting me, even from afar.

It truly means everything.

✨ It’s another beautiful day to be gorgeous, amazing, stunning, and happy.
Be kind. Always.

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