VIVIANO INC ADVOCATES FOR THE POWER OF JOURNALING EVEN AMIDST THE PANDEMIC

Viviamo Inc advocates for the power of journaling to find healing, clarity, and connection amidst the pandemic in its first planning and journaling online summit called #YouGotThis, featuring content creator Macoy Dubs, mental health advocate Cat Triviño, and more.

#YouGotThis Online Summit Speakers Lineup (from L-R, top to bottom)

Kumu’s VP for marketing Victoria Herrera, Lifekite coach Bam Santiago, life and beauty coach Ning Tadeña, bullet journal enthusiast Paula Binsol, Huskee Digital managing partner Miggy Azurin, mental health advocate and content creator and Cat Triviño, globally accredited mentor and coach Pia Acevedo, creative entrepreneur behind Lifeafterbreakfast.ph Alessa Lanot, global design director of Rezonate Katwo Puertollano, content creator Macoy Dubs, lifestyle and financial coach Paula Peralta, global design director of Rezonate Nico Puertollano, vision board coach Trixie Esguerra, and Viviamo! Inc. president and founder Dar Ty-Nilo. 

With everything that’s been going on lately surrounding the COVID-19 outbreak, it feels as though we haven’t been given enough time to prepare or process the drastic changes that have been happening in our lives. Given these negative events happening around us, our bodies might be responding to them in three possible ways: suppress feelings associated with the event, don’t actively process the emotions of the situation; or allow the experience to be the sole focus of our life. 

“When you’re falling into any of these common responses, and find it hard to freely express your emotions with someone else, then a method that might probably work for you is journal therapy,” advises Darlyn Ty-Nilo, founder and president of Viviamo Inc.--the custom publishing company behind Belle de Jour Power Planner. 

This method entails writing down your thoughts and emotions in your journal with the intent of processing them without any judgment from and of yourself and your emotions. This then becomes a powerful journey to self-healing. 

With journal therapy, the left part of the brain becomes active, allowing you to be more creative in expressing your ideas. The more you pick up the habit of writing, the more you feel freer from the emotions you have bottling up. Doing so might even give you clarity and understanding of the negative events you have experienced. 

Additionally, journal therapy can be highly beneficial to one’s physical and mental well being: 

It reduces stress. Journaling is an effective stress-management tool because it helps you prioritize your problems, fears and concerns. It can also track your day-to-day emotions, and recognize your negative triggers and learn how to better control them. 

Keeps the mind active and memory sharp. Journaling can help your brain stay in tip-top shape. It helps improve your cognitive functions by boosting comprehension and increasing one’s memory capacity. As you reconnect with yourself, you are also keeping your brain engaged at all times. 

Strengthen emotional functions. Journaling can be a cathartic experience for writers. It allows them to express their emotions, helping the brain regulate emotions. Journaling also gives the writers a sense of mindfulness, remaining present while gaining perspective. 

Immortalizes your past. Expressive writing ensures your past is not forgotten. Whether it’s a negative or positive memory, writing them down will keep the mental imagery clear for many years to come, which can have a positive impact on your long-term memory. Immortalizing your past through journaling will most likely aid in your future rather than hinder it. 

Improves overall physical health. Studies show that writing for therapy has positive effects for people with asthma, liver disease, rheumatoid arthritis, chronic pelvic pain, and even cancer. It also improves the immune system and speed up wound healing. 

Journaling is a very enriching habit anyone can pick up. But to make it even more fun, insightful and meaningful for you, let Viviamo! Inc. guide you through the whole process as it holds its first-ever planning and journaling summit in the Philippines, for FREE, entitled #YouGotThis happening on September 19 and 20. Simultaneously, Viviamo! Inc. will release its 2021 products online via crazyaboutpaper.com.

“This online summit idea came into existence when our community members shared a common sentiment on being unsure about using their planner or journal when everything is so uncertain," adds Dar Ty-Nilo. "Our goal is to help our community members journey out of this pandemic stronger and better; and see the value of journaling in managing emotions and navigating through their days, and help them power through during these uncertain times." 

The #YouGotThis summit will feature three (3) panel discussions and seven (7) individual talks featuring esteemed keynote speakers who will share meaningful insights and personal experiences on how journaling has helped them, including content creators Macoy Dubs and Cat Triviño, brand and content strategist Victoria Herrera, global design director duo Katwo and Nico Puertollano, creative entrepreneur Alessa Lanot, globally accredited coach and mentor Pia Acevedo, and vision board coach Trixie Esguerra. Participants not only get to enjoy fun games, win prizes and score purchase discounts, they will also be given the chance to have an engaging Q&A with the speakers. 

The seminar will be streamed live from 10AM to 6PM on BDJ Power Planner’s official Facebook page (facebook.com/bdjbuzz), Crazy About Paper’s Facebook page (facebook.com/CrazyAboutPaper) and You Got This via bit.ly/yougotthisph 

To know more, visit https://www.facebook.com/bdjbuzz .

SANOFI PHILIPPINES LAUNCHES "PANATANG SANOFI"

Sanofi launches campaign to bridge gaps in caring for patients with chronic diseases. In its effort to build a healthier Philippines, Sanofi Philippines turned towards empowering mothers and spotlighting their critical role in managing their family’s health. The global pharmaceutical company recently launched their new campaign entitled Panatang Sanofi with the Pinay matriarchs at the heart of their advocacy. 

“The mother is the cornerstone of the Filipino family. She is caring and selfless when it comes to attending to her family’s health,” said Amal Makhloufi Benchouk, Country Lead of Sanofi Philippines. “This is the kind of lifetime commitment we strive for in Sanofi as we build a healthier Philippines. There is no greater embodiment to our panata than our beloved mothers.” 

Makhloufi was one of two speakers during the recently concluded online discussions entitled “Healthier/PH Sessions: Continuity of Care for a Healthier Philippines,” where she exchanged thoughtful dialogues and shared insights in front of an audience consisting of moms. 

“As moms, we cannot afford to be sick or else who will take care of the family?” exclaimed Broadcast Journalist and the event’s moderator, Niña Corpuz. “A lot of us have to really be more proactive. It's really better to be informed and to be educated about potential health concerns so that we know that what we're doing is the best thing for our family.” 

In response to the disruption that the pandemic has caused across the country’s healthcare system as well as a growing fear and apprehension towards seeking medical consultation for risk of contracting the virus, the Company has initiated programs in order to deliver better care. 

The Company has reinforced its Empower Program—a program for patients with diabetes; as well as launching WeHealth, a program that aims to connect patients with doctors, at any time and place. 

“What the Empower Program ensures, especially during this pandemic, is the continuity of care for persons with diabetes,” Makhloufi explained. “They will be provided with holistic care and linked to the appropriate healthcare experts who will stay in constant touch and even do weekly check-ins with the patient.” 

Speaking on the recently launched WeHealth, the Sanofi Executive explained that the program is a proofpoint for the company’s unwavering commitment and panata to ensuring that families have access to the proper care they deserve. 

“WeHealth is an e-Health Ecosystem that aims to connect Filipinos with their doctors or health service providers from the safety of your own home and this can be crucial during the pandemic because you’re eliminating the risk of exposure,” Makhloufi intimated.
“Even before the pandemic, Sanofi Philippines has been aiming to bridge the gaps that many Filipino families face when it comes to accessing consultation and treatment,” the Country Lead shared. “This is where we want to play a role and it’s part of our mission to build a healthier Philippines.”

UNITED CITY FOOTBALL CLUB (UCFC) PLEDGES TO OFFICIALLY SUPPORT DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH’S #BIDASolusyon sa COVID-19 CAMPAIGN

United City Football Club’s announced today that the club will be supporting the Department of Health’s #BIDASolusyon sa COVID-19 CAMPAIGN, which promotes four (4) basic principles in the agency’s fight against the dreaded COVID-19 virus.

The campaign stresses four (4) BIDA principles: Bawal walang mask, I-Sanitize ang mga kamay, Dumistansya ng isang metro and Alamin ang totoong impormasyon.

“The ongoing pandemic has affected everyone, and it is required that everyone contributes somehow towards defeating the virus. We at United City Football Club (UCFC), including our staff and our players, have committed to support the BIDA Solusyon sa COVID-19 campaign of the Department of Health (DOH) by implementing the 4 BIDA principles into our daily routines”, states Eric M. Gottschalk, Co-founder of United City FC.

“It is our responsibility as a football club to contribute to society, and we thank the DOH for allowing us to become the first professional sports team in the Philippines to join hands and to support BIDA. This is such an important initiative, and we as a Club will do everything we can to support the cause, and we hope that this will encourage many more sports teams and athletes to support their campaign,” ends Gottschalk. 

United City Football Club (UCFC) will be incorporating the BIDA Solusyon Branding into their social media platforms, while the players will support the campaign via their own social media post.

All BIDA principles will be followed strictly by all members of the Club before, during and after its daily trainings at the National Training Center in Carmona in preparation of the Philippines Football League 2020, which is anticipated to kick-off in early October

DOH Secretary Francisco T. Duque III shared, “The Department of Health extends our thanks to all our partners who help us ensure that our message: ‘Everyone could BIDA Solusyon’ is communicated to all, regardless of age, status or interest. We hope to partner with more organizations like United City FC in providing the public with the right information they need to stay safe and protected against COVID-19.”

For more information on the #BIDASolusyon sa COVID-19 CAMPAIGN, please visit facebook.com/BIDASolusyon

PLANT, SELF CARE REMINDERS FOR HEALTHY LIFESTYLE AND ENVIRONMENT

Since most people are working from home and staying indoors, keeping a clean, safe, and stress-free environment is a must. As a result, people are finding more ways that will not only help maintain the zen and cleanliness at home but also contribute to one’s well being. Self-care is important more than ever especially to avoid any physical, mental, or spiritual burnout.

Nowadays, for example, more people are taking the time to establish and enjoy simple yet meaningful habits like owning plants. In a study made by the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, taking care of greeneries is proven to help relieve stress, worry, and elevate mood. Taking care of plants is also a good way to keep in touch with the great outdoors by growing little bits and pieces of nature inside the household.

But in order for plants to successfully grow to help boost the mood of the plant owners, the health of the owners should also be in-check to be able to take care of their plants properly. Keeping a clean and safe environment for both plants and owners is thus a must.

Here are a few plant-care tips and self-care reminders that one can embrace to ensure not just a healthy lifestyle but also a clean and healthy home environment: 

Breathe 

Breathing techniques are good and essential for the mind and body, but this wouldn’t be as effective when the air surrounding the house is polluted and has harmful toxins and allergens. With Samsung Digital Appliances’ 90 sqm Air Purifier, there is no need to worry because its multi-layered purification can keep the air at home pure and safe, even in large areas. It not only extracts the larger dust particles but it also removes the harmful gases through its Activated Carbon Deodorization Filter. It also has a HEPA Filtration feature that captures even the ultrafine-sized dust to completely inhibit bacterial growth.

Plants too are in need of that clean and humid air in order for them to thrive. This becomes possible with the 90 sqm Air Purifier’s 3 Way Air Flow which accelerates the distribution of clean air in multiple directions. Healthy growth of house plants is definitely guaranteed when there is pure air circulating all day. 

Give off good and positive energy

Life likes throwing off negativity from time to time. It can just be ignored, but an even better way to take it in is just to accept that it’s there, although focus should be on finding the good. Good energy attracts positive energy. One way to maintain positive energy in the house is to keep the place clean and in order. Aside from having to constantly tidy up the place, being able to breathe clean air should also be a priority. 

For plants, positive energy means TLC from their owners. In a study performed by the Royal Horticultural, researchers discovered that talking to plants, reading to them, and cheering them on can help them grow faster. Aside from these simple acts of love, their surroundings should also have good airflow to avoid the browning and the crisping of their leaf edges. It’s a good thing that the 90 sqm Samsung Air Purifier can be remotely controlled. With simple touches on the SmartThings App, air quality can be instantly checked, and the device can be turned on and off even when one is away. This makes not just the plants happy, but also its homeowners.

Samsung Digital Appliances 90 sqm Air Purifier 

Find stability, and just relax 

A few minutes of meditation a day can make a huge difference in everyday life. It’s only natural for the mind to be busy and preoccupied with a lot of things, that’s why in order to stay grounded and to keep everything at peace, a few moments of soulful and mindful meditation is beneficial in keeping the mind, body, and breath united and in sync with one another. The 90 sqm Samsung Air Purifier’s Sleep Mode can create a soft and quiet airflow that is not just ideal for night time use but also very convenient during a slow and calm meditation session. 

For plants to prosper, they also need to have their own comfortable spot and stable environment. They should have slight exposure to the sun and consistent air humidity. The 90 sqm Air Purifier’s wide purification reach is just perfect in keeping them happy, healthy, and well-developed.

A little sun goes a long way 

Rays of sunlight might be the reason why sleep slumber gets interrupted, but there is no doubt that a little sun in the skin never hurt anyone. Aside from the fact that the sun is a natural source of Vitamin D and bone growth, it’s also known as a quick fix for those cranky moods. Moments spent sitting beside the windows while basking in some sun gives the mind vitality and energy, a sense of calmness, and focus. For sure, nothing could top the feeling of sun in the skin and pure clean air breeze. The 90 sqm Samsung Air Purifier’s Auto Mode senses the air pollution level and automatically adjusts the power and fan speed depending on the need. It doesn’t just save effort, it also reduces energy. 

The right amount of light is also what plants need to keep going. For them, light is their only source of food. It’s what strengthens them, nourishes them, and keeps them alive. Chasing the sun in a humid environment can be their own version of destressing, and letting loose while thinking of just happy thoughts. 

Self-care might not be as easy and light as taking care of greeneries, but just like with plants, there are good long-term effects on it. Look forward to greater days ahead with these simple ways, and with innovative appliances meant to make everyday lives better. 

Samsung is also gifting great reduction offers, and free premium products on its biggest annual blowout, the Samsung Blue Month Sale. Purchase the 60 and 90 sqm Air Purifiers and take home either a Samsung Steam Microwave Oven or a Galaxy M11 phone. Hurry and get the best deals as this promo runs until September 30 only! Visit SamsungPH on Facebook and samsung.com/ph/offer/2020/blue-month-sale/health/ to know more about the Blue Month Sale and other participating products.