Freedom to Dream ♥

As we commemorate the 121st Philippine Independence, I celebrate my own FREEDOM...

...TO DREAM. 😊

Two months ago, I attended the first Freedom to Dream Summit organized by the Viviamo team (thanks Ms. Dar and your awesome girls!). Until now I'm reaping the fruits of that summit.

Trixie hosted the first ever Freedom to Dream Summit. ❤️

I got to talk to two amazing coaches, Coach Rezza and Coach Celine. With their help, I learned a lot about myself, what truly matters, what I really want in life. Since the summit, I've been more enthusiastic and more determined to not just dream, but dream big dreams, to challenge myself, and to really make things happen. ❣️

And today, friends, I'm happy to say that, by the grace of God, I am slowly but surely "living the dream." I am actively pursuing my greatest passions, and while I still have a lot of room for improvement, I can say that I'm making significant progress day by day. One tiny step at a time. 🙂

Let me briefly share two of my greatest dreams:

1. Grow my side hustle (Human Nature dealership). I mentioned in one of my recent posts that my goal is to maintain my "dealer" status, that is, to sell at least Php1,500 worth of items each month. Last month, I sold a little more than Php5,000! This month, I'm already on the 4k mark! I guess it's time to increase my sales target. 😁

2. Stay healthy and out of the hospital! It has been my frustration ever since (the world began). Last April, I began to strictly follow a healthy diet based on the results of my Food Intolerance Test. I stopped eating rice, anything that has gluten, and everything dairy. It was really difficult at the start, but after a month of trying, I began to embrace it and appreciate the beauty that it does to my body. I'm already on my second month and I'm feeling a whole lot better! I lost weight because as I said, I no longer eat rice, but I've never had tummy attacks in the last two months and I'm claiming that I won't have any more episodes for life! I believed when my doctor said that I will be well if I stop eating all the food that's causing irritation to my gut.

To be honest, I'm actually amazed at myself. Two months ago, I had nothing but fears and doubts and worries. I was too hard on myself. I was my worst critic and my first detractor. But thanks to the summit, I've come to appreciate myself a little more, I've realized that I can actually love myself without being selfish. In fact, the best way I can love my husband and the people around me, is when I am strong and healthy and whole. And so for the last two months, I really made a serious effort to take care of me (so I can better take care of those who matter to me). I had to say no to a lot of things just so I could say yes to keeping myself healthy (in all aspects). And I intend to keep it that way. 😊

Today, I celebrate my freedom to make choices that will make me both happy and healthy, and consequently, holy. 😊

I choose to pursue my Human Nature advocacy (go natural, support local!). [Here's WHY.] ❤️

This month's orders. 😊

Since I love giving gifts and doing things for people, I am now offering customized gift boxes full of natural goodies! Message me for details. 😊

I choose to buy only what's good and safe for my body. I don't mind spending some more time at the grocery just to check the labels on each of the items I plan to purchase. I really thank God that I have a supportive husband, patient enough to carefully check the labels with me. 🙂

Great finds! 😍

I choose to love myself a little more and strive hard to become my best version. 💪

I have the freedom to dream and I have the capacity to make those dreams happen! ❣️

P.S. I also told myself that I'd go back to writing/blogging this year. So far, I've already published five blog posts after the summit (this is the sixth 😍). Not much, but still great progress for me. 😊 Way to go, self! ❤️

Hooray for the little milestones! Let's aim for more! 😁

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