The Big Opening with Christian Foremost

I’ve started the 3rd season of The Big Opening Podcast with Christian Foremost with a new format this year. Instead of pre-planning specific questions, I wanted the conversation to be more casual and free-flowing. I wanted to interview my guests: bloggers, podcasters, influencers, and people from different walks of life about existential topics revolving around CAREER AND PASSION, LOVE AND LUST, and LIFE AND PURPOSE. Maybe it’s my time to share with you guys exactly what happened in my life around those 3 areas.   READ: https://christianforemost.com/2023/11/02/2023-year-end-review/

It's such a full circle moment for me to finally interview one of my idols in the Filipino podcasting community, Ali Sangalang, the host of The LINYA LINYA Show and Co-Founder of LINYA LINYA. His podcast was the very first Filipino podcast I listened to and it inspired me to make my own. On this episode we talk about the importance of other people in our lives, accepting help and dedicating your life in the service of other people. SHOPEE BUDOL OF THE DAY: https://shope.ee/1VZa3Z0bfk CHECK OUT LINYA LINYA ON SHOPEE: https://shope.ee/3pxUpuPi43 FOLLOW: The Linya Linya Show: https://open.spotify.com/show/761cD7EB31RF5SzUPvkkG4 https://www.instagram.com/alisangalang/ https://www.instagram.com/thelinyalinyashow/ https://www.instagram.com/linyalinya/ https://www.puddyrock.com/ https://www.instagram.com/whatsthebigfuzz/

Zara Carbonell, Miss Tourism Global 2018 and Author of Lost You, Found Me joins us for this brand new episode of The Big Opening podcast where we talk about how she navigated the different chapters of her life to get to where she is now. Everything happens for a reason, but at the same time, it is us who should take charge of our lives. If you want to be successful, step out of your comfort zone and be intentional with your decisions to get where you wanna go. SHOPEE BUDOL OF THE DAY: https://shope.ee/7KW0jsjMYM CHECK OUT LOST YOU, FOUND ME: https://bookshelf.com.ph/products/lost-you-found-me-bundles?_pos=2&_sid=a939ba989&_ss=r FOLLOW: https://www.instagram.com/zaracarbonell/

We all have life goals and there's nothing more satisfying than achieving one goal after the other. For this episode of the podcast, we have a trailblazer Janella Herrera or better known as Tita Ja from Your Tita Ja. At 23 years old, she has created a successful presence in social media as a blogger and influencer and founded her very own marketing agency, Eighty Media. As workaholics and goal-driven people, Tita Ja and I relate over our tendencies to be perfectionists and our passion for continuous growth and improvement. I hope you guys enjoy this episode and let it inspire you to not only achieve your goals, but enjoy the journey along the way. SHOPEE BUDOL OF THE DAY: I'm Still Too Far from Becoming An Adult Book: https://shope.ee/7zjO31jqlD FOLLOW: Blog: https://yourtitaja.com/ https://www.instagram.com/yourtitaja/ https://www.instagram.com/eightymediaph/ https://www.tiktok.com/@yourtitaja https://web.facebook.com/yourtitaja

It's best to stop before you take yourself to the point of burnout. As much as we love working, it's also essential to take a break every so often. Joining me for this mid-season finale episode of the podcast is my podcaster friend, Hannah Ty from Asking For A Friend Podcast. We talk about how important it is to take a break regarding your CAREER, LOVE, and LIFE. For workaholic people like us, it's important to identify when we need a break and know that we deserve it. Life is not all about the hustle, you must go out and enjoy it as well. SHOPEE BUDOL OF THE DAY: FEATHER TOP: https://shope.ee/4fSBpOmwuk FOLLOW: Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2TRiAs3kuhHiv0GwjidJfY https://www.instagram.com/asking4afriendpodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/hannaaahty/ https://www.tiktok.com/@hannaaahty

Change is inevitable. Through the years, I'm sure all of us have navigated through changes at different stages of our lives. In this episode, Kit Carlos from the Tito Mo Si Kit podcast joins us as he shares his personal story. He's dealt with a lot of changes when it came to his career, love, and life. Through all of those, he learned something valuable in order to move forward with his life. Change is scary, but it's about time we become fearless. SHOPEE BUDOL OF THE DAY: Vacuum Cleaner: https://shope.ee/2KyyChVSM5 FOLLOW: Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0uzDFLKwcjHupscagfTuJV https://www.facebook.com/kitcarlospodcast986 https://www.youtube.com/@kitcarlospodcast986

In an alternate universe where you made a different choice, how would have things turned out? Renz Simpao, Blogger from Thinkable Box joins us for this episode as we contemplate the big question of "What if?". Renz and I share stories about out what-ifs from when we were kids until full-grown adults today. Hopefully, we are exactly where we need to be at this point in time. May we make the right decisions that will lead us to where we're meant to go. SHOPPING BUDOL OF THE DAY: Ulanzi Tripod: https://shope.ee/5AO4RqDtya FOLLOW: Blog: https://thinkablebox.com/ https://www.instagram.com/thinkable.box/ https://www.instagram.com/rasimpao/ https://www.tiktok.com/@thinkablebox

In times of uncertainly, paano ba makakakuha ng security? With so many things that are happening around us, mas less yung worries if there are certain things in our lives that we're sure of. Jannah Camus joins us this episode as we talk about security in many aspects around CAREER, LOVE, and LIFE. Jannah shares with us her experiences and some valuable and practical advice that can surely secure our future. Sana talaga makamit na natin ang security na pinaghihirapan natin! SHOPEE BUDOL: Buy 1 Take 1 Nivea Body Lotion: https://shope.ee/4pkqFajdEA FOLLOW: https://www.facebook.com/yourfinancialadvisorjannah https://www.instagram.com/jannahcamus13/ https://www.tiktok.com/@jannahcamus13

Why do we sometimes have the tendency to ruin things before we even see the outcome? Sa daming time magover-think, na-covince na natin ang sarili natin na di natin kaya. Doubts, fears, and insecurities drive us to consciously or even unconsciously sabotage our life. I'm in the mood to talk about my demons and with me is Iza Gonzales, a freelance content writer and host of the Equipped podcast. Iza goes true about how she sabotaged herself over the years in her CAREER, LOVE, and LIFE. Hopefully, now, we're at a better place where we believe that we deserve the best things in life. SHOPEE BUDOL: Boya Wireless Lavalier Mic: https://shope.ee/4KoQ1SW7aQ FOLLOW: Equipped: In-Game and In Real Life Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0J3qU1i7AA39SV3eJSSke2 https://www.instagram.com/renizayvonne/ https://www.tiktok.com/@renizayvonne

Commitment is a big word and pag-uusapan natin kung ano bang ibig sabihin nyan with Renz Flordeliza, the host of Renzi Boy: KUDAAN 101 podcast. What does "commitment" mean ba for Renz kapag sinabing CAREER, LOVE and LIFE? Wala po akong alam sa commitment na yan as a certified NBSB (No Boyfriend Since Birth), but I was super interested to learn about Renz's thoughts and opinions. SHOPEE BUDOL OF THE DAY: Kool Insulated Water Bottle: https://shope.ee/503vhrCDIX FOLLOW: Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4V4mp8PXNnVBhIV7ExLIPY https://www.instagram.com/renz_adriel/ https://www.tiktok.com/@renz_adriel https://www.facebook.com/renzadriel.flordeliza

The Filipino Voice of Harry Potter and Host of The Tito and The Iho podcast among many more, Chad Arrieta joins us for this podcast episode about going with the flow. Kahit na mukhang bagets pa din si Chad at 46, he shared so much wisdom about navigating between “going with the flow” and “taking control” throughout the years. Lahat tayo may kanya kanyang journey in this life. Hopefully kahit anong manyari, we make the right decision when the time is right. Kaya yan haha SHOPEE BUDOL OF THE DAY Magnetic Car Phone Holder: https://shope.ee/6zolmnklrF PODCASTS The Tito and The Iho Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/05BowN6eB368MWKiXPyEM5 Whoa or No Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5jEWNWT70qP1GS7iXktNHK Decaf After Six Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/49yZWYtP8Cbc19vntq4t91 FOLLOW https://www.instagram.com/chadtocart/ https://www.tiktok.com/@chadtocart

Life is a constant battle and we need to be strong to power through. This week, we are joined by Fitness and Gaming Influencer, Brian Guiang as we talk about how to face life’s many struggles. Paano ba tayo magiging malakas lalo na sobrang daming pagpapahirap sa atin ng life? SHOPEE BUDOL OF THE DAY: Wireless Charger Stand: https://shope.ee/7pN5DsSNCc The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fuck Book: https://shope.ee/6fB7pom7QQ Atomic Habits Book: https://shope.ee/9UVJD5rWPg FOLLOW: https://www.instagram.com/brianguiang/ https://www.tiktok.com/@brianguiang https://www.facebook.com/GuiangGaming

We all have bobo moments. There are things in our past that when we look back, ay bobo talaga. Pero sa lahat ng katangahan na naganap, sana may napulot tayong mga aral that will guide us to make better and smart decisions in the future. Queen Wasabi from In A Relationsh*t with Queen Wasabi joins us for this episode as we share stories about our many stupid decisions in life. I had so much fun talking to Queen and I feel like I've spilled so many of my secrets in one episode alone. It's the third season of the podcast so all walls are broken. Sorry na po talaga. I'll do better next time. Char. SHOPEE BUDOL OF THE DAY: Divoom Speaker: https://shope.ee/AK4Jx8Hreg FOLLOW: PODCAST: https://open.spotify.com/show/50ndkQkmW2LwC2F6kCWErM Download Eplayment and Use referral code "QUEEN WASABI" https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.eplayment.ewallet&hl=en&gl=US&pli=1 https://apps.apple.com/ph/app/eplayment/id1557834804

Season 3 na and sasamahan tayo ng isang bonggang bonggang guest, Travel and Lifestyle Blogger, Karla Obispo from Travel with Karla. Lodi Karla shares how she started blogging, her first-ever relationship, and how she finally found the person she sees her future with. Beginnings are magical and it's exciting whatever adventure lies ahead! Sana naman Lord, bigyan nyo kami ng lots of blessings! SHOPEE BUDOL OF THE DAY Hotel Linen Spray: https://shope.ee/5Uz429gtAu Instant Pot Airfyer and Pressure Cooker: https://shope.ee/e7UCXfF3 FOLLOW BLOG: https://travelwithkarla.com/ SOCIALS: https://www.instagram.com/travelwithkarla/ https://www.tiktok.com/@travelwithkarla https://www.facebook.com/travelwithkarla

Before we start the 3rd season of The Big Opening podcast, I just wanted to catch up with you guys on what happened during our little break. We had a little mental and emotional breakdown, but now we're back better than ever. As someone who uses his blog as an outlet for his emotions, writing and recording this for you helped put things into perspective. Hopefully, we're motivated to start off a brand new season and I trust that good things will come as we move onward.

The Big Opening is back, back, bak-la for another season. Syempre dahil nag-change din tayo for the better, nag-level up na din ang podcast natin for this brand new season. Expect bolder topics, deeper questions, and more fun and profound conversations with our guests. I'm so excited about the 3rd season of The Big Opening and I hope you guys enjoy it as well. The Big Opening with Christian Foremost is an open-journal open about the discovery of our trueselves. Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/@thebigopeninpod to get the latest updates on our episodes. Expect new episodes every Wednesday! See ya!

Despite all the struggles, and disappointments, I'm thankful first of all. I look around my life now and feel an overwhelming sense of gratitude and pride because I'm exactly where I envisioned myself to be. The victories and losses, the pleasure and pain, and the choices I've made: good and bad brought me HERE. It got me to this realization that right now is pretty great. READ: https://christianforemost.com/2024/11/23/2024-year-end-review-glow-up-achieved-but-work-continues/

Regrets, we all have them. Certain memories from the past haunt us to this day. If we only knew then what we know now, things would have turned out better. For the season finale episode of the podcast, we’re talking "regrets" with my friend, Hideki Joseph, Freelance Dancer, and Choreographer. We learn more about Hideki and how he navigates regrets for Career, Love, and Life. I had such a fun time getting to know Hideki through our talk and I hope that good things are about to come our way! We can’t turn back time, but we can move forward and learn from our experience. Use your regrets to grow, and become a wiser and stronger version of yourself. Maybe things happen for a reason and you’re exactly where you need to be. CHECK OUT HIDEKI'S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/dekjoseph/ CHECK OUT HIDEKI'S TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@dekjoseph_ CHECK OUT MARK DEVON'S NEW DANCE STUDIO, FULL OUT:  https://www.instagram.com/full_____out/ CHECK OUT THESE COOL ONLINE SHOPEE FINDS: https://christianforemost.com/category/hobbies/online-shopping/ JOIN OUR OPEN JOURNAL GROUP CHAT: https://queerspaces.com/s/openjournal

Would you give yourself a hug if you could? “Accepting Yourself”, as redundant as it sounds, it's actually harder to apply in real life. We tend to be our own worst critics, hard on ourselves than on everybody else. Gresson Piefer, author of Sharing My Light and Healing Energy joins us on this episode of the podcast. She shares about her childhood and what she’s learned about self-acceptance growing up. I hope we all love the people in the mirror staring back at us. Be patient and understanding of yourself. Nobody’s perfect. Know that you’re human with flaws and it’s okay to make mistakes. Right now, you’re doing great! BUY GRESSON'S BOOK, SHARING MY LIFE & HEALING ENERGY: https://tinyurl.com/bdehsyj3 USE PROMO CODE: "123FOREMOST" for 15% off your Shopee Purchase. Valid from Jan 16-28, 2023. Min spend of Php. 1000. Discount capped at Php 300. CHECK OUT THESE COOL ONLINE SHOPEE FINDS: https://christianforemost.com/category/hobbies/online-shopping/ JOIN OUR OPEN JOURNAL GROUP CHAT: https://queerspaces.com/s/openjournal

How do we find what’s meant for us? When will our desires be satisfied and our wishes fulfilled? Do we even know what we want in the first place? May it be CAREER, LOVE, or LIFE, we’re all yearning for THE ONE. Our biggest dream, our deepest desire, or the one thing we want to experience before we die. Will destiny be kind enough to give us what’s meant to be ours? Grace Rubis from Love University graces us with her presence as we discuss finding the one. How does perfect look in her eyes and what tips can she give those longing for something? Grace talks about her journey from mistakes she had in the past to be grateful to be where she is right now. Patience, my dear. It will all make sense in time. Continue on your path and let yourself be surprised along the way. FOLLOW GRACE ON TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@missgracerubis FOLLOW GRACE ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/missgracerubis/ CHECK OUT GRACE'S EVENTS HOSTING PAGE: https://www.facebook.com/gracerubishost CHECK OUT GRACE'S PODCAST: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ygvwwyOTAnuapo2TfCv2O?si=0fb0ac9dec3d4fb7 USE PROMO CODE: "123FOREMOST" for 15% off your Shopee Purchase. Valid from Jan 16-28, 2023. Min spend of Php. 1000. Discount capped at Php 300. CHECK OUT THESE COOL ONLINE SHOPEE FINDS: https://christianforemost.com/category/hobbies/online-shopping/ JOIN OUR OPEN JOURNAL GROUP CHAT: https://queerspaces.com/s/openjournal