The Filipino American Woman Project

Have you come to accept that your unconditional love has limits? And if so, how do you love anyway?For our 200th episode, Jen writes to her senior dog, Stuggi, after a late-night shriek jolts her awake. For the next 48 hours, she grapples with how to care for him as he paces around, night and day, afraid to lie down without hurting himself.If you’re a dog parent who loves your fur baby with all your heart, this letter is for you.Letter 200 is part of The Filipino American Woman Project’s letters series, inspired by real conversations……and this concludes our Summer Edition! Thanks for listening! ☀️As a reminder: I will be taking a break from publishing letters for Filipino American History Month (FAHM) to engage with YOU! 💙❤️💛Filipino American History Month will be dedicated to curating FAHM-related content from our community.So if you have any recommendations (e.g., books, articles, your favorite influencers addressing FAHM, events, etc.), simply REPLY to any of our newsletters! And if you’re not yet a subscriber, subscribe for FREE now! 💌 P.S. Be sure to save [email protected] as a trusted contact.P.S.S. Depending on the number of replies, please note that I may not reply to everyone’s messages (thank you in advance for respecting my boundaries — mainly a one-woman band over here 🙋🏻‍♀️). Pay attention to our newsletters in October to see if your recommendation made it in!Our final letters for 2026 will resume for the Holiday Edition in November. 🎁Here’s a recap of our Summer Edition letters: This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.tfawletters.com/subscribe

Who have you treated like an emergency contact, but can’t anymore?Sorry, Emmy can’t make it to the phone right now. But if you leave a very detailed, mutually beneficial message, she will get back to you at her convenience. But rest assured, it’ll be worth the wait.If you’ve ever been afraid to set boundaries with loved ones, this letter is for you.Letter 199 is part of The Filipino American Woman Project’s letters series, inspired by real conversations. This is our Summer Edition. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.tfawletters.com/subscribe

Who is that one person you could absolutely see a future with, and yet still say no?Mic writes to Ian, a dear friend who’s been part of her friend group since middle school, after he unexpectedly asks her out on a date. She thinks through everything that makes him the obvious choice: their blended community of Filipino family and friends, her parents’ unsolicited approval, the ease, and the entire future she can already picture in vivid detail. It just makes sense. But why can’t she say yes?If you struggle to move past the friend zone with a childhood friend, this letter is for you.Letter 198 is part of The Filipino American Woman Project’s letters series, inspired by real conversations. This is our Summer Edition. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.tfawletters.com/subscribe

Who do you dare to be outside of people needing you?Dani has finally accomplished the impossible: making friends who don’t need saving. It should feel like winning. But after one ordinary dance class, she experiences uncomfortable feelings as a regular member she’s grown to like starts hanging out with the new girl. She navigates her feelings as she searches for new leggings on the clearance rack.If you’re no longer saving your friends and you feel weird about it, this letter is for you.Letter 197 is part of The Filipino American Woman Project’s letters series, inspired by real conversations. This is our Summer Edition. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.tfawletters.com/subscribe

Who do you love without question, and can’t wait to welcome home, no matter how long it’s been?Mamma Maria replies to her daughter Ren (Episode 187) with pride and adoration, and reminds Ren to check her messages to stay up to date with her life. She can’t wait for her daughter to return home so they can be the dynamic duo once again.If your daughter is your best friend, this letter is for you.Letter 196 is part of The Filipino American Woman Project’s letters series, inspired by real conversations. This is our Summer Edition. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.tfawletters.com/subscribe