@kumerjgarcia These two ordinary young people voice the harm caused by traditional and corrupt politicians, including Duterte and his allies. They speak for the once-silent youth majority who can no longer remain quiet.
Zulu Proverb:
The same boiling water that softens the potato hardens the egg.
Meaning:
People react differently to the same situation depending on their inner character or strength. The same challenge or hardship can make one person weaker and another stronger.
“Not everyone will clap for you. Keep going anyway.”
Meaning:
When you stop chasing applause, you start living authentically. You make choices based on your values, not on what will impress others.
Silence is not about ignorance.
Meaning:
When a person remains silent, it should not be assumed that they lack knowledge, intelligence or understanding. A silent person may be listening, learning, or contemplating, rather than speaking without purpose.
Forgiveness does not always mean reconnection or reconciliation.
Meaning:
You can forgive someone to free yourself emotionally without inviting them back into your life. Maintaining distance (setting boundaries) can be a necessary part of preserving mental health.
Why friendships fall apart?
Friendships often drift apart because people grow in different directions, conflicting values and personal changes. Life demands, shifting priorities, and new circumstances make it harder to maintain some friendships.