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Pufferfish Paradox: Don't Let This Define You; Let It Refine You
lifeAug 24, 2026

Pufferfish Paradox: Don't Let This Define You; Let It Refine You

A weird, slippery catalyst that forced me to discover exactly what I am made of.

How a late-night encounter with a pufferfish on a slippery dike turned into a near-death experience, a test of character, and a profound lesson in survival.

technologyAug 12, 2026

I Bought a Shitty Phone on Purpose

Downgrading to escape addiction.

Why I deliberately chose an entry-level smartphone with a terrible media experience to reclaim my time and attention.

reflectionsAug 9, 2026

Reflections Earned During the YLS

Thoughts on young people, leadership, attention, failure, and influence.

A collection of random observations from the Youth Leadership Summit about how we educate and influence young people.

lifeAug 8, 2026

He Chose to Speak Because It Would Benefit More Than Himself

Finding purpose from painful experiences.

A high school student's story of choosing advocacy over personal gain, and turning trauma into a reason to protect others.

lifeAug 8, 2026

The Kid Who Shared His Fried Chicken

A small act of generosity.

A tiny moment of kindness from a kid during the YLS made me realize the simple power of sharing without calculation.

learningsAug 5, 2026

₱5,000 Worth of Reflection

An expensive lesson in trust, optimism, and unverified decisions.

Today I lost ₱5,000 to a scam. Here is what it taught me about easy money, curiosity, trust, and how my own mind works.

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