Aris Moreno

There was a time when I believed optimism could fix everything. I was that kid who prayed hard, trusted in miracles, and thought that as long as I bel

Have you ever looked at your life and wondered, <i> “Why do I always have to be the one to sacrifice?”</i> I did. That question followed me for years. It stay

There was a time when someone close to me kept crossing boundaries. Maybe to them it didn’t seem like a big deal, but for me, it was slowly chipping a

I used to think cramming was an effective study habit. Memorize everything the night before, pass the test, and move on. That’s how I survived the ear

Life doesn’t always wait until you are ready. Sometimes it just happens, and you are left with no choice but to keep moving. That was what I felt when

For years, I allowed hatred to consume me. I held onto the pain caused by those who wronged me, hoping they would feel the same suffering I endured.

For the longest time, I believed my purpose in life was to give—to share my blessings with others, even at the expense of my own well-being. I thought

Depression is a silent battle many of us face at some point in life. It creeps in, draining our energy, clouding our thoughts, and making even the sim

If you recall, my <strong> previous posts</strong> detailed my journey to quitting smoking—the struggles, failures, withdrawal symptoms, and ultimately, the triumph of

Are You a Chronic Complainer? Here's How to Stop Complaining and Start Living Every day, we are surrounded by complaints—about rising prices, worse

It has been almost a year since I stopped smoking. Along the way, I faced temptations and challenges—being surrounded by smokers, dealing with craving

I used to believe that respect was something I could earn solely by working hard and doing good for others. But despite my efforts, I still didn’t rec

Many of us go through life feeling lost, unsure of what we truly want. We work hard but still struggle to find fulfillment. The truth is, without a cl

Do you feel like your job is draining the life out of you? Does going to work feel like a chore, making you count the hours until your shift ends? Are

The first step toward self-improvement is recognizing harmful behaviors. Maybe they started as coping mechanisms, responses to past trauma, or simply

It all started when I watched the movie <i> The Secret</i> . I was introduced to the “law of attraction” and became hooked on the idea that positive thinking c

What does it truly mean to be happy? The answer is different for everyone because happiness is personal. However, there are universal habits that can

Whoohoo! It has officially been one month since I quit smoking! After smoking 20 cigarettes daily for 12 years, I never thought I’d reach this milesto

The first week after quitting smoking was the toughest challenge I’ve ever faced. The withdrawal symptoms were intense, and there were moments when I

One month before I quit smoking, I started preparing my body by improving my diet. I eliminated unhealthy foods, cut down on carbonated drinks, and re