When I first landed my job overseas, I thought handling money would be easy. Earn, send money home, save a little, repeat. But I quickly realized it wasn’t that simple. Rent, bills, food, emergency expenses—they add up fast. Before I knew it, I was living paycheck to paycheck, wondering where all my hard-earned money went….
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Kaya Mo ‘Yan! Managing Stress as an OFW
Living and working abroad is a dream for many Filipinos, but let’s be real—it’s not always easy. You deal with culture shock, homesickness, work pressures, and financial worries, all while trying to build a better future for your family. Stress? OFWs know it all too well! But the good news is that there are ways…
Beating Homesickness: Staying Connected as an OFW
Homesickness isn’t just a passing feeling—it’s a deep, lingering ache that sneaks up on you in quiet moments. It comes when you’re eating alone after a long shift, scrolling through photos of family gatherings you missed, or hearing your younger sibling’s voice over a video call and realizing how much they’ve grown.
Navigating Life Abroad: Challenges and Strategies for Overseas Filipino Workers
Over the years, Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) have become a symbol of strength and perseverance. Even though they face challenges abroad and are far from their families, they keep going in the hope of a better future.
Let’s talk about some common struggles OFWs face and how they can cope with them.