After discussing the challenges and rewards of building a life together in our first episode, we're diving into the second installment. This time, we'll be exploring the strategies behind making a lasting marriage - from reflection on our own experience of maintaining a healthy relationship to exploring ways to plan for the future as a couple and celebrating milestones together.
On this special episode of the Married Life in Progress podcast, we reflect on our journey as a couple and share insights and practical tips for building a healthy and fulfilling relationship over time. Join us as we celebrate our third wedding anniversary and look back on our journey together in the Married Life in Progress podcast.
Does social status matter when it comes to dating? In this episode, we'll discuss why it's important to recognize this when making decisions about dating and its potential for social standing to create opportunities or barriers.
Working remotely is becoming more and more popular, as it offers individuals unprecedented freedom and flexibility. In this episode, we explore the potential for lifestyle upgrades since transitioning to a remote work setup - from financial gains to finding new hobbies. We'll share tips on how to make the most out of working from home!
In this episode, we’re going to talk about a quite controversial topic especially in our age: childfree by choice! We'll explore the different perspectives on this topic and discuss the pros and cons of a life without kids. We'll also share our own experiences and what led us to decide to be childfree for now.
Our first episode in 2023! Starting this month, we will have new episode every other week on Fridays.
If you could know the lessons that will make life better in 2023, would you want to know them? In this episode, we shared our top 9 lessons we learned from 2022 that will help make 2023 the best year yet. Wait up for #6 if you are setting your goals!
Even though it's far in the future, we started researching about building a house in the Philippines since we bought our lot! In this episode, we shared what we have learned about building a house in the Philippines so far.
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Nuvali is constantly expanding and evolving, thanks to the numerous investment opportunities available there.
In this episode, we explore why we chose to invest in Nuvali and why it's a great place to put your money.
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Are you a Filipino living abroad and interested in investing in a property? It was our first time to buy a pre-selling lot in the Philippines as an OFW and in this episode, we talked about the processes we went through and how it is going now that we are back to Sweden.
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We purchased a land during our last visit to the Philippines. We didn't plan on buying one, but we couldn't miss out on the opportunity.
In this episode, we’re going to share why we bought a land in the Philippines. We will be making this as series, so can talk deeper about buying a land in the Philippines especially as an OFW.
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Filipinos are generally known for being warm, friendly, and hospitable people. However, there are also some negative traits that we often display which can be harmful not just to ourselves but also to those around us.
In this episode, we'll be discussing some of the most toxic Filipino traits that we need to work on overcoming so that we can create a brighter future for ourselves and for our loved ones.
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Too foreign for home, too foreign for here. Never enough for both. Sweden is our new home but we can't help but feel like outsiders. It's been a few years since we've been home to the Philippines and we were excited to experience all the new things that have changed since we've been gone.
After only a few days in the Philippines, we start feeling overwhelmed and uncomfortable.
In this episode, we shared our experience of reverse culture shock in the Philippines. The feeling of disorientation that can occur when you return to your home country after living in another country for a period of time.
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After our short break because of our travels, we're back again with weekly episodes in Married Life in Progress podcast!
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Moving abroad is often glorified with people talking about all the wonderful things they experienced while living in a new country. But it's important to remember that there are also some big challenges that come with living in a new place – and Sweden is no exception.
In this episode, we talk about our experiences in Sweden that are drawbacks & should be considered before making the move.
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Imagine you have a doctor's appointment during office hours, and you will be away for an hour or two. Do you need to take a sick day or you can easily step away from work? Imagine you have been sick for more than two weeks. Will you get any sickness benefits? Imagine if you can take a vacation for one month and you get paid more every vacation leave.
In this episode, we talk about the big differences between working in Sweden and the Philippines.
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For Filipinos, finding a job abroad already takes a lot of time and effort. Aside from the search process, they also need to go through a tedious application process. But the struggle does not end after getting a job offer.
Filipinos who are working abroad need to get approval or exit clearance to leave the Philippines which takes A LOT OF TIME!
In this episode, we talk about our experiences with getting an exit clearance and how this affects the Filipinos.
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When people say you're lucky to live abroad, they don't know half of it. They don't know about the isolation, the homesickness, or the constant feeling of being an outsider. But they also don't know about the adventures, the new friends, the different perspectives on life, and the once-in-a-lifetime experiences.
In this episode, we talk about the journey of moving abroad and the preparations we did to live in Sweden.
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Marriage is one of the biggest decisions you'll ever make in your life. And, there are topics that are important to talk about which are often overlooked before marriage.
In this episode, we discuss the importance of talking about these things before getting married.
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It's no secret that relationships can be tough. But is it healthier to fight or not to fight? Some people believe that avoiding conflict altogether is the key to a healthy relationship, while others feel that fighting is necessary for communication and growth.
So what's the right answer? In this episode, we talked about how not fighting is healthy for us and how we navigate conflicts in our relationship.
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Friendships and relationships are tricky topics. Can friendships ruin relationships?
In this episode, we talked about the importance of setting boundaries, communicating openly with your partner, and being mindful of what friends you choose to confide in. Ultimately, while friendships can sometimes complicate relationships, they can also make them stronger.
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