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Easter Sunday: Traditions and Its Celebrations
It was on a Friday that the world had to witness how Jesus Christ died on the cross. He was crucified for the sins of the world as a means of forgiveness and salvation. However, two days went by and He has proven Himself as the Son of God by resurrecting and continuously showering us with blessings, guidance and hope. As we now celebrate Easter Sunday, we will discover how this momentous occasion is celebrated all around the world.

How Coronavirus Changed the Funeral Traditions in the Philippines
The coronavirus pandemic has shaken up the world. From businesses closing to the economy going down, up to the people panicking everywhere, crisis indeed brings out the best and the worst in people. One significant change that coronavirus brought to this world is how families say goodbye to the unfortunate individuals infected by the virus.

Holy Week Traditions Observed All Around the World
Happening right now is the celebration of the Holy Week. All around the world, it is heralded as a religious celebration that everyone has come to respect. In the Philippines, its celebration is marked with the Ash Wednesday. The majority of the Filipinos have been practicing the rituals and traditions embarked on a Holy Week. However, it’s a big world of discovery and astonishment when you witness how Holy Week is being celebrated elsewhere.

Understanding the Global Pandemic: The 14-day Quarantine Period
It was a week ago when the controversial home-quarantine was imposed upon Metro Manila after discovering several cases of Covid-19 positive patients. Up to date, 307 patients were recorded, and this number is continuously rising because of individuals’ lack of discipline and the idea of how severe the situation is. As a regular person being home-bound and is afraid of running out of supplies for daily necessities, you may wonder, why is there a need for a 14-day home quarantine? Let us break down the facts.

Safety Measures in the Midst of Ncov-2019
The continued rise of Ncov cases in the Philippines have instilled fear amongst its constituents. Up to date, there are 12 deaths and more than 100 infected individuals recorded by the Department of Health. Although nationwide, regional and local measures like community quarantine and border restrictions have been implemented, there are individuals that are put at risk because of their work nature.

How To Help Frontliners Against Coronavirus
The Coronavirus pandemic is continuously striking fear in everyone’s hearts. Aside from the strictly imposed community quarantine, businesses are closing down and people are fearing for their jobs and daily income. However, compared to the frontliners that have been called in line of duty, some of us have it easier.

Do’s and Don’t’s of Food Prep in A Beloved One’s Wake
Filipinos love food. Because of this admiration and fondness, food has become a crucial aspect of every celebration or gathering. When a soul departs this world, mourning family and friends don’t leave the wake with an empty stomach. Whether it’s a combination of coffee and biscuits or a more elaborate set-up, here are our dos and dont’s of food prepping.

Grieving Someone You’ve Had a Bad History With
There are unfortunate cases when we lose a person whom we’ve had an undesirable relationship. Their death may be sudden and that you haven’t patched up things before they’re gone, but this doesn’t mean your grief is invalid. Grief and guilt go hand in hand when you feel unforgiven. Of course, we couldn’t blame the departed one for not being able to present themselves and reconcile things with you because of their inevitable passing. However, if you’re one of those who can’t identify their own feelings, whether it’s grief, loneliness, guilt or relief, you need to address it properly before finally saying goodbye.

What Happens to the Body When You Die? Fascinating Facts You Need to Know About
As we always mentioned, death is an inevitable part of our human lives. Some people would agree to the fact that our human bodies are like shells that degrade from usage and time. Although we have every possibility to create, do and discover the world, when our bodies degrade, it's impossible to keep up with a fighting spirit.

Tales of Reincarnation - Life After Death
As cliche as it may sound, death is an inevitable chapter of our lives. Whether you lived this life with nothing but goodness and compassion, you're still bound to the chains of oblivion. Since death holds many wonders and questions, people all over the world ponder on what it's like when a loved one has departed. Thus, the talks of reincarnation are brought to life.

Last Words Spoken By Famous, Influential and Prominent People
The cycle of life and death continues. In a blink of an eye, in a sharp inhale and the last spoken words one may have. When death takes its toll, there’s no other way than to succumb to it. In this article, we’re going to reminisce about the last spoken words of famous, influential or prominent people before leaving this world.

Your Go-To Guide in Writing a Eulogy for a Loved One
It’s never easy to say goodbye to a loved one. Words cannot express the grief and the loneliness one experiences when a beloved soul needs to leave this world. Eulogies are considered an essential part of letting go and honouring the soul of a departed.
