March Featured Person: Maila Rito
I first met Maila, or Mai as most people call her, 15 years ago when I was teaching in Thailand. At the time, she was an afterschool teacher at another school. Even then, her passion for education and her desire…
Jaz Beyond Teaching
Simplicity in Learning, Living, and Exploring
Jaz Beyond Teaching
Simplicity in Learning, Living, and Exploring
Personal Growth
This section is all about transformation – personal development, self-reflection, and the lessons learned through life’s challenges and successes. Whether you’re looking to grow in your career, relationships, or mindset, you’ll find stories and tips to help you on your path of self-improvement.
Mein Deutsch ist kaputt! Real Struggle of Learning German
Learning German has been quite an adventure, to say the least. Back in early 2019, while still in the UAE, I was planning to find a job in Germany. Many schools required at least a B1 certification, so I looked…
Pedagogical Day: Mindfulness, Resilience, and Unexpected Laughs
A little over a week ago, we had our Pedagogical Day, where we were offered different workshop groups – mostly in German. which included a three-part workshop. Since my German skills are still a work in progress, I naturally chose…
A battle of cough, confusion, and essential oils
Winter in Germany isn’t over yet, and neither is the battle against cold-season illnesses! The lingering chilly weather has been the perfect setup for my never-ending flu, fever, and – worst of all – this incredibly stubborn cough that just…
February Featured Person: Mila Castro Blasco
I met Sister Mila in the same place where I met our last month’s featured person, Sister Ces. They were in the same ward, and I was assigned there as a missionary. At that time, she was still single and…
January Featured Person: Ces Marvilla Anama
When I first met Sister Cecille – Ces, as she’s known by most – it was back in the San Nicolas Ward in the Ilocos Norte region, Philippines. I was just starting my mission in the area, and I quickly…
My Graduation Adventure
The past few weeks were filled with excitement and preparation for a significant milestone in my life: my graduation from the University of East London. Last Wednesday, my husband and I flew from Germany to London to attend this long-awaited…
Year 2025: A New Chapter
A new year always feels like opening a crisp notebook, full of possibilities. It’s a moment to pause, reflect, and dream about what’s ahead. For me, stepping into 2025 feels especially meaningful after the time I took to recharge in…
Why Minimalism Matters
In 2022, I stumbled upon a Netflix documentary that stopped me in my tracks: “The Minimalists: Less Is Now.” Directed by Matt D’Avella, the film follows Joshua Fields Millburn and Ryan Nicodemus (better known as The Minimalists) as they showcase…
Why Health Matters
When I moved to Germany in 2019, I never imagined how much my health would become a focal point of my life here. Adjusting to Germany’s cold winters, working in a kindergarten, and navigating the challenges of flu season have…