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Risks. At one point or another, we have all craved for an adventure. We have all wished for moments that take our breath away, and situations where we stretch ourselves, pushing our limits and living to tell the tale. Taking risks empower us. It allows us to get to know ourselves, and most importantly, to discover parts of ourselves we didn’t even know existed. It is also essential in staying young. By taking risks, we allow ourselves to be childlike again, simply taking the plunge without hesitation or worse, overthinking. Risk-taking doesn’t have to be life-changing, but it has to be radical enough to matter. You don’t need to suddenly switch careers or pack your bags, and leave everyone behind. You can start small. Sometimes, taking risks is as simple as taking up a new sport or going on a new adventure on a weekend with your closest friends. For foodies, taking risks mean dining in new restaurants and for movie buffs, watching a new genre is taking movie watching on an entirely d...

Summertime, and the living is easy, and nowhere is summer living easier than in the Philippines. With PAGASA predicting that the heat can go up to 35˚C, it’s now the time to look for the hottest things to cool you down for the season. Plan a trip with friends and family – with numerous holidays and long weekends coming up, now is the perfect time to take advantage without dipping into your bank of leaves. Explore new activities. Be adventurous and go for a hike, camp in the forest, climb a mountain, or better yet, learn a new skill. Because summer time is family time, it’s the chance to bond and catch up with the whole family, while recharging your brain cells too. Start exercising. It’s never too late to get a beach-ready body, especially in a tropical country. Look for fun activities that will keep you interested, and update them regularly. This lowers your chances of getting bored, and increases your body’s resistance as well. Lastly, find creative ways to cool down. There coul...