Matatapos na ang taon, ang tanong…may mga good habits ka ba na nabuild na makakahelp sa relationship journey mo? Or same-same lang? Consider these tips that we learn from our community at sa mga bad stories that we heard:
1. Be Your Own Heroine: Self-Care First!
- Self-care isn’t selfish; it’s survival. Don’t wait for someone else to care for you—handle your business! Independence is power.
- Relationships are sweet, but your happiness? That’s on you. Don’t let anyone else hold the keys to your joy and well-being. Wag mo iasa sa iba yan.
- Loving yourself means nurturing ALL of you: Mentally, physically, emotionally, spiritually. You’re a whole package!
- No partner required to fix your problems. You’ve got this. Sometimes may mga bagay na dapat ikaw muna ang umayos at wag mangdamay muna ng romantic partner.
- Don’t lose yourself in love. Keep your identity, passions, and goals. You are more than just someone’s “other half.” Di pa nga kayo, selos ka pa nang selos.
Keep your identity, passions, and goals. You are more than just someone’s “other half.”
2. Vulnerability: The Power Move with Boundaries
- “To love is to be vulnerable”—but with a safety net. Open up, but don’t let people walk all over you.
- Own your weaknesses, celebrate your strengths. You’re a mix of beautiful chaos, and that’s perfectly okay.
- The real you? Let it shine! Yes, the messy, quirky, “ugly cry” parts too.
- Set your boundaries. Know what’s off-limits, and never feel bad about saying “No.”
- What you allow, you’re signing up for. Don’t tolerate what doesn’t serve you.
- Guilt-free boundaries are essential. You’re not being mean; you’re being real. And trust me, your partner will appreciate it, too.
- Find someone who loves ALL of you, quirks and all. Build something magical together.
3. You Can’t Change Him—But You Can Level Up
- Trying to “fix” your partner? Sis, you’re setting yourself up for heartbreak. Love them as they are or rethink your match.
- You control your reactions, not their actions. Be the calm in your own storm.
- Be the kind of person you want to attract. Stop waiting for “Mr. Right” and focus on being “Ms. Awesome.”
- Be their teammate, not their critic. Build together, don’t tear down.
- No chasing! If they’re right for you, they’ll stay. No games needed. Habol ka nang habol, toro ka ba?
“Unless he still wearing a diaper, you can not change him.”
4. Guard Your Heart Like the Queen You Are
- Emotional purity = emotional power. Don’t let anyone define your worth.
- Address your baggage, don’t carry it into new relationships. Heal, so you can love freely.
- Boundaries in dating are your BFFs. Keep it clear and avoid emotional chaos.
- Be faithful in the small things. Little choices shape your bigger future.
- Flirting is fun—but it’s a slippery slope. Know when playful turns problematic.
Created from BW Podcast Episode 271
