Refocusing Perspectives

[Whenever I will hear stories of injustices and extreme hardship from social experiences, either in conflict zones or by the narratives of those who suffered from this pandemic, I will remind myself of Judith Jaegermann's story written in a special book on reparation for human injustice. I console myself of her spirit, strength, and courage to surmount through hardship and emotional difficulties. There are many stories like this waiting to be written or heard. But for those who might have not the chance to find this book at a store, I encoded a chapter focused only on Jaegermann's story so that one day, you too will understand what it is to be kind, what it means to listen on other's feelings, and to speak of appropriate words only that is respectable of one's life. This is for women, who share similar life of Jaegermann and who wanted to be understood seriously, wherever you are in this world -- Violeta] ======= From the book The Controversy Over Apologies and Reparati

[A message delivered to the participants of "Usapang Bangsamoro sa Panahon ng Pandemya"   as read by OPAPRU Undersecretary David B. Diciano .   The conference was held at Grand Pagana Hall, Cotabato City and via online through Zoom on July 29-30, 2020] Salam and Eid al-adha Mubarak! I understand our Muslim brothers and sisters are fasting today in observance of the 9th day of Dhul Hijjah. Tomorrow, you shall be praying with your families as you celebrate Eid al-Adha. Although you are commemorating a very important religious occasion, and as the nation battles this pandemic, this online forum managed to push through. This is a testament of our genuine and collective desire to sustain the gains of peace in the Bangsamoro. Our attention may have temporarily shifted, as we address the many challenges brought about by this unprecedented health crisis. But our journey towards achieving just and lasting in the region has not lost its momentum. Thank you and congratulations to the

[A message delivered to the participants of "Usapang Bangsamoro sa Panahon ng Pandemya" held at Grand Pagana Hall, Cotabato City and via online through Zoom on July 29-30, 2020] Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Please allow me to greet the esteemed guests joining us in today’s event with deep appreciation.  My esteemed colleagues from the Bangsamoro Transition Authority, MP Lanang Ali, Jr, and MP Laisa Alamia; Undersecretary David B. Diciano, Chair of the Government Peace Implementing Panel, and its distinguished members; Officials from the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM); Peace process stakeholders, especially the members of the Mindanao Peace Weavers; Friends, ladies, and gentlemen: Good morning, Magandang Umaga sa ating lahat! Asalaamu Alaikum warakmatulahi taala wa barakatuh. I want to thank the organizers of this event – Mindanao Peace Weavers, Kaakbay Bangsamoro Working Group, and supporters of the DELACSE Bangsamoro Initiative – for their kind invit

  [A message delivered to the participants of "Usapang Bangsamoro sa Panahon ng Pandemya" held at Grand Pagana Hall, Cotabato City and via online through Zoom on July 29-30, 2020] Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalamu Alaykum Wa Rahmahtullahi Taala Wa Barakatuh My salutations to our dear friend, Secretary Carlito Galvez, Jr. of the Office of the Presidential Adviser on the Peace Process, Cabinet Secretary Karlo Nograles, Mindanao Peaceweavers headed by its Lead Convener, Myla Leguro and its Secretary-General, Gus Miclat, and of course, to our long time friends and partners for peace and development, ladies and gentlemen — a peaceful and healthy morning to everyone! Much like our previous engagements, I cannot stress enough my utmost gratitude to the various civil society organizations who, in one way or another, have contributed in the establishment of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao. Your commitment in the Bangsamoro peace process speaks volumes on the im

Here's some excellent sharing of experiences on Mental Health which I happened to listened at TED. I felt it will be more meaningful if shared widely to inspire others in time of pandemic. I curated part of the thoughts which I held significant but you can listen all of the stories from these resources at TED through the links provided for expanded experiential contexts. I hope you will find meaning from these resource speakers to survive the pandemic's effect to human minds and emotions either as mental health service providers or as a survivor of this global situation.      Hailey Hardcastle at TED on "toolkit to survive mental health crisis." -- "...physical and mental health are equal and should be treated as such. In fact, they're connected. Take health care for example. But how about mental health care? I know I was trained in CPR in my seventh-grade health class. What if I was trained in seventh grade how to manage my mental health or how