FQ Mom Podcast

Are you getting sucked into the confusing KURAKOTSERYE? Listen.

This is a very important discussion on what a lot of high achievers are dealing with today—burnout and lack of good sleep. We are lucky to learn from Burnout and Sleep Specialist, Dinah Salonga, who was once in that situation. To guide you in your viewing, here are the “chapters” of the conversation and their timestamps:BURNOUT:15:36 Childhood Money Memory19:00 How do I know if I'm burned out or just tired/exhausted?23:56 Can burnout happen if I love my job?25:41 You will only know that you are burned out when you are already there. What are the top 3 warnings signs that you are reaching that stage and what are the symptoms to catch before the onset of burnout and how to prevent it. 30:40 Please give some burnout first aid/ first respondent tips?40:11 How long does it take to recover from burnout? 43:01 What burnout recovery routines are tailored specifically for 60-years-old post menopausal woman?45:02 SLEEP45:25 What is your Chronotypes46:48 How many hours of sleep do we really need?49:33 Why do I wake up tired after 7-8 hours sleep?50:52 What is the quality of sleep of a drunk person51:23 Is it okay to 'catch up' on sleep during weekends?52:53 How about naps? Are they important? How long, what time of day?54:36 Checking FQ Mom’s Navel Energy1:00:24 Why can't I shut my brain off at night?1:04:00 Melatonin: Is it safe? Does it work? What is it?1:07:11 Is there a way to reverse insomnia? If yes, what can we do? My husband has been an insomniac since college. And I think sleeping better at night would help him with his healing and full recovery from a stroke.1:08:40 What is the optimal amount of sleep time for age 60+? What time should bedtime be? Is it quantity vs quality? 1:11:00 Pillow Talk1:15:25 How about coffee?1:16:12 What do you make of your dream?1:22:28 Rose Fres FausTalk1:22:29 Which is more dangerous too tired or too wired?1:22:44 4 hours of uninterrupted sleep or 8 hours of tossing and turning?1:22:56 If you only have 20 minutes, nap or meditation?1:23:03 Weighted blanket or cold room for a good night sleep?1:23:09 The hardest word to say is____?1:23:16 What's the worst red flag, losing temper of losing interest?1:23:26 Where do you put your phone at night?1:23:39 Is being busy a status symbol or symptoms of a problem?1:23:45 In one word, what does being well rested feel like?

We often treat our bodies like high-performance machines with infinite fuel, but the "grind" has a hidden price tag. What’s the point of a growing bank account if you’re too exhausted to enjoy it?In this episode of the FQ Mom Podcast, we dive deep into the two silent thieves of modern success: Burnout and Sleep Deprivation. Whether you’re feeling "Pagod to the Bones" (that soul-level exhaustion) or living "Puyat to the Max" (surviving on caffeine and willpower), these aren't badges of honor—they are distress signals. Listen.

My latest podcast reflects on the shift from local benchmarks to a borderless financial world. Featuring insights from the annual IFE Investment Briefing, the piece explores whether the AI craze is a bubble, why the "Application Layer" is the next big value play, and how emerging markets are positioned to shine.It’s time to move beyond the familiar and start your "Next Chapter" in global investing. Listen.

Happy Ruby Jubilee to our EDSA People Power Revolution! Yup! It’s been 40 years! Sana nga, LIFE BEGINS AT 40 na tayo.During my recent visit to the ancestral home of our national hero, Jose Rizal, the Social Pyramid posted on the wall near the entrance got me into thinking if our society has improved from those days in the late 1800s. Sharing with you this podcast about my reflection on it. Listen.

Can a few lines of verse actually change how you navigate your hardest days?In this episode, we sit down with Amazon bestselling author Michelle Ayon Navajas to peel back the layers of poetry and life. We often think of poetry as something found in dusty textbooks, but Michelle reminds us that poetry is the language of the human heart—it’s how we process grief, celebrate love, and find a rhythm in the chaos of modern living.Whether you’re a lifelong reader of verse or someone who hasn't picked up a poem since high school, this conversation will change the way you look at the world around you.In This Episode, We Discuss:The Healing Power of Words: Why poetry is a vital tool for emotional resilience.From Life to Page: How Michelle transforms personal experiences into bestselling collections. Finding Your Voice: Advice for anyone struggling to express their "unspoken" truths. The Modern Muse: How poetry stays relevant in a fast-paced, digital world.About Our GuestMichelle Ayon Navajas is an Amazon bestselling author known for her evocative and soul-stirring poetry. Her work resonates with a global audience, bridging the gap between literary art and the raw, relatable experiences of daily life.

And just like that, Buwan ng Feb-ibig na! Here’s my podcast for today inspired by the love month, my interview with a best-selling poet, and of course discussed from the POV of High FQ! Listen with your loved one. And that loved one need not be another person but yourself.

This podcast explores the Philippines' "demographic sweet spot"—a window of economic opportunity that risks being lost to corruption and a looming aging population. Warning that the country may "get old before it gets rich," the author urges readers to secure their own financial future through intentional saving, automation, and self-investment, rather than waiting for systemic national change. Listen.

Is your "Emotional Emong" winning the battle for your wallet? 💸We start the year motivated, but as soon as work gets busy or a family emergency pops up, our "tidy" Excel sheets go out the window.The article I just read shared a game-changing perspective: Automation beats discipline. By automating your "Pay Yourself First" habit, you ensure your financial goals stay on track even when life gets messy.It’s time to move from "trying harder" to "designing smarter." Listen.

Traffic vs. Ties. Every Filipino makes the calculation: avoid the commute or attend the reunion? This episode unpacks the economics of social withdrawal, arguing that the value of social capital and shared memories far outweighs the cost of the jam. Discover how to 'prepay' the traffic mentally and redefine productivity on the road to make sure you show up for the people who matter.

Last Saturday, the Singson Auditorium at the Ateneo campus was filled with energy and cheer, thanks to the people who showed up for friendship, community, and purpose. As the current president of SAGE (Samahan ng mga Atenistang Graduate ng Economics at Management Economics), it gave me great joy to welcome alumni across generations, professors, staff, students, and friends who made time to come home.

Take a deep breath. If you’re feeling heavy today—physically, financially, or emotionally—you are not alone. December asks a lot of us. It asks for our money, our energy, and our memories. Today, we’re going to gently explore why we tend to 'over-do' everything this month, and how we can invite a little bit of peace back into the process. You don't have to do it all. Listen.

Beyond financial literacy, why strong systems are key to a secure financial future. Listen to the highlights from the PES Conference panel!

When it’s shaken everything wobbles—stocks fall, confidence erodes, and even our motivation to do what is right gets tested. You hear people say, “What’s the point of being honest when those who cheat continue to be scot-free? Why pay taxes when politicians and their partners will just steal the money to fund their impossible lifestyles?"This reminds me of the questions raised by some whoare struggling financially, “Why should I still save and invest when I’m already old and it’s too late. Isn’t it useless to do so? Shouldn’t I just enjoy the money that I have?”What do you think of that line of thinking? Listen.

Last month I had the privilege to interview Atty. Tony La Viña. I’ve known him for a number of years now. You see him being interviewed during elections and other political upheavals. But what really interested me to guest him on my podcast is his zest for life. Diagnosed with prostate cancer, he continues to live his life just as engaged, if not even more, as he used to. His short description goes something like this: Man from Mindanao who’s a thinker, lawyer, social entrepreneur, and teacher.But wait! Here are the rest: - Advocate for human rights, indigenous peoples and local communities, social accountability, good governance, environmental sustainability, and climate justice- Professor of law, philosophy, sustainability, politics, and governance in several universities, including those in Mindanao- Associate Director of the Manila Observatory and heads its Klima Center- Member of the Permanent Court of Arbitration, Chair of the Jurisprudence and Legal Philosophy Department of the Philippines Judicial Academy- Founding president of the Movement Against Disinformation (MAD)- Founding Chair of Mindanao Climate Justice Resource Facility - Founding Chair of the Mindanao Center for Scholarships, Sports, and Spiritualiy (MCS3).Of course, he’s the husband of Titay, and father to three sons. Join our conversation and learn about life from Tony Lavs.

“Nepo babies” aren’t just a social media buzz—they reflect deeper issues of privilege, corruption, and culture in the Philippines. Beyond calling them out, the real challenge is raising the next generation with values of integrity, accountability, and financial responsibility. Listen to know more.

Joanne Zapanta-Andrada was among the country’s top models in the 1980s-1990s. She was magazine cover girl a good number of times, runway and commercial model, even paired with the Adonis of Philippine movies, Richard Gomez.Surprisingly, her childhood dream was not to be a model but “to be a Mother Teresa!”Join me in this wonderful Tita Talk where she shares her origin story, modeling days, family, and her real passion—serving the less fortunate.

This question has weighed on me deeply, especiallyafter two recent events I was part of.Listen

I had a very enriching Saturday morning spent with my podcast guest, Eugene Dela Cruz, the young boy who was kicked out of the house for being gay but who strove to do well in his life and managed to graduate with honors from my alma mater, Ateneo de Manila University. Join us!

Sino sa inyo ang mabilis magbenta ngbstocks na kumikita pero mabagal magbenta pag nalulugi? Do you know that there is a term for that? Listen to this podcast and find out about it. This will help you understand and avoid the pitfall of this behavioral bias.