Are You The Happiest Pinoy?

 

 

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“Happiness is a decision that you and I made everyday. When life gets down, hope that it will be better tomorrow.”

                                           – Winston Maxino

 

I was fortunate to be invited for the Happiness Boot Camp courtesy of Cebuana Lhuillier Insurance Solutions, Inc.. I believe I’m a jolly person and learned to appreciate even simple things in life.

 

Happiest-Pinoy

At an early age I learned to be independent. I was 13 years old when my parents decided to separate. I have siblings aged 12 and 7 then.  It was never easy. I told myself that the sufferings are temporary, my life will change and it will be better. The struggles I turned into inspiration, the pains and support of people who care became my foundation. 

When I got my first salary I bought material things that will make me comfortable. But did I found happiness?  “No!” because there are holes in my heart and soul. When I started living alone, I learned to truly appreciate life. Someone once told me “Give your best and impress them" I replied “I will give my best because that’s the only way I will enjoy!”   

 

 

The Happiness Pinoy Boot Camp

 

Happiest Pinoy Boot Camp

 

Cebuana Lhuillier Insurance Solutions, Inc. (CLIS) just begun the nationwide search for the Happiest Pinoy 2012. The search seeks and recognizes the country’s most optimistic and passionate Filipinos who overcame difficulties and exhibited resilience amid life’s challenges while keeping a smile.

After few hours we finally arrived at Nurture Spa, Tagaytay City the venue for the 2012 Happiness Boot Camp in Manila.

 

Happiest Pinoy Boot Camp: Nurture Spa Tagaytay

 

A warm welcome and a glass of hot tea awaits us at the entrance of Nurture Spa.

 

Happiest Pinoy Boot Camp: Nurture Spa Tagaytay

 

I shared a room with a fellow blogger Ruth, whom I know for quite sometime now. She’s a friend! I had a great time with her during the overnight stay.

 

Happiest Pinoy Boot Camp: Nurture Spa Tagaytay (2)Happiest Pinoy Boot Camp: Nurture Spa Tagaytay (3)

 

The afternoon was spent in wellness. We had a relaxing whole body massage done in our room. I can’t forget the ginger tea after the massage, soothing to the throat.  Just before dinner, we had what they called “Digital Meridian System” that checks our general body function. I’m glad all my internal organs are “good” except in the index that says my energy is low.

 

Happiest Pinoy Boot Camp: Digital Meridian System

Happiest Pinoy Boot Camp: Nurture Spa MassageHappiest Pinoy Boot Camp: DMSHappiest Pinoy Boot Camp: Cooking DemonstrationHappiest Pinoy Boot Camp: Cooking Demonstration

 

In the evening we met the Happiest Pinoy 2010 winner Winston Maxino. He won for being an optimistic despite being diagnosed with Ankylosing Spondylitis, Osteoporosis, asthma and uveitis.

 

Happiest Pinoy 2010 winner Winston Maxino

 

Winston was chosen from 218 nominees, six finalists including an amputee and a wheel-chair bound individual. He grew up sickly and asthmatic yet his positive outlook in life never limit him do what he wants. Moreover, his faith in God became stronger when he was given a child with Down-Syndrome. He eventually became the President of the Down Syndrome Association of the Philippines. And just when he thought the worst was over, he was diagnosed with osteoporosis, uveitis and Ankylosing Spondylitis.

 

It was an honor to be seated in front of him and listen to his speech. He has a good sense of humor too! Would you believe that he’s suffering in severe pain as he spoke to us? But never did we notice any difficulties in his smiling face. Truly, he’s a very strong, committed family man, deserving to be called The Happiest Pinoy.

 

At the end of his speech, I thank him for the wisdom he shared and wished him good health.

The Happiest Pinoy 2012 Criteria for Judging:

  1. A constantly cheerful face and optimistic outlook.
  2. Proven ability to rise above life’s challenges
  3. Positive impact on the lives of others.

 


When good things came your way appreciate them and give thanks!

“Happiness is a decision that you and I made everyday. When life gets down, hope that it will be better tomorrow.”

                                                                       – Winston Maxino

 


2010 Happiest Pinoy winner Winston Maxino with Runner Up Nona Andaya-Castillo

2010 Happiest Pinoy winner Winston Maxino with Runner Up Nona Andaya-Castillo

 

Happiest Pinoy Campers Alwin, Kristelle and Rey (Right to Left)

Happiness Pinoy Campers Alwin, Kristelle and Rey (Right to Left)

 

Cebuana Lhuillier Happiness Boot Camp Team

Cebuana Lhuillier Happiness Boot Camp Team

 

Cebuana Lhuillier General Manager, Mr. Jonathan Batangan

Cebuana Lhuillier General Manager, Mr. Jonathan Batangan

 

LivingMarjorney & BloggerManila attending the Happiest Pinoy Boot Camp

LivingMarjorney & BloggerManila attending the Happiness Pinoy Boot Camp

 

Recently, a friend asked me “Are you happy?”  All of us are in search for the true meaning of happiness. Money cannot buy happiness and resilience. Winston is right when he said, “We already have everything we need to be happy.” Sir Winston, you are contagious and I wished to be infected!

 

Happiness Index

 

Photo courtesy of Happiest Pinoy Facebook Page. That’s me, holding the Happiness Index Meter. (The best score is 0/zero).

 

The boot camp has helped me understand many things in life. We need others to share our happiness. We cannot give something we do not have, I want to hold the happiness and pass it on, most especially to my family and future children.  

 

Sharing what I learned in the Boot Camp:

  1. The present moment is a gift.
  2. Happiness is a mindset
  3. Happiness is not the addition of possession but the subtraction of desires.
  4. Choose only positive thoughts
  5. Know the benefits of Silence

 

If you know someone who deserve to be called the Happiest Pinoy, send your entries to the next Happiest Pinoy. Check out their website http://www.happiest-pinoy.com/ for the mechanics and more details on the Happiest Pinoy 2012. Deadline for entries is on July 31, 2012.

 

Source: http://www.livingmarjorney.com/2012/06/are-you-happiest-pinoy.html

 

Cebuana Lhuillier Pawnshop has been the leading pawnshop chain in the Philippines with over 1,500 branches across the country—from Aparri to Tawi-Tawi. For 25 years now, Cebuana has been true to its slogan “Walang Kapantay Magpahalaga” through the incomparable services that the company offers to its customers- this includes — pawning, local and international remittance, insurance, bills payment, e-load, collection, and foreign exchange. Founded in 1987 by the current Philippine envoy to Portugal, Ambassador Philippe Jones Lhuillier, Cebuana Lhuillier is currently managed by its President and CEO, Jean Henri Lhuillier.

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CORPORATE AGENT PARTNERS

  • ACTION.ABLE, INC.
  • ALL ACCESS GATEWAY INC.
  • ANTRECCO (AGUSAN DEL NORTE TEACHERS, RETIREES, EMPLOYEES & COMMUNITY COOPERATIVE)
  • ACM VIP
  • ALL CASH
  • AGRILIFE/ AGRIVET
  • ASENSO PINOY STORE, INC. (EASY DAY SHOP)
  • AVICOM ENTERPRISES
  • AYALA ALABANG VILLAGE ASSOCIATION
  • BAUG CARP MULTI PURPOSE COOPERATIVE
  • BAGUIO BENGUET COOP
  • CARD BANK INC
  • CARD MRI RIZAL BANK INC
  • CARD SME BANK
  • CARITAS BANCO NG MASA, INC.
  • CEBU PEOPLE’S MULTIPURPOSE COOPERATIVE
  • CIS BAYAD CENTER, INC
  • COOPERATIVE BANK OF BOHOL, INC
  • COUNTRY BUILDERS BANK
  • CREDENCE FINANCING, INC.
  • CURAMED PHARMACY
  • DALTON PAWNSHOP AND JEWELRY INC.
  • DANIELA PAWNSHOP
  • DIRECT AGENT 5 (DA 5)
  • DEVELOPMENT BANK OF THE PHILS.
  • EXPRESSPAY INC.
  • EVRIJEM FOREIGN EXCHANGE AND MONEY REMITTANCE
  • FILHAI MULTI PURPOSE COOPERATIVE
  • GLOBAL PINOY REMITTANCE AND SERVICES (GPRS)
  • GEMARY PAWNSHOP AND JEWELRY (CORP.)

OVER 600 BILLER PARTNERS NATIONWIDE

  • 123 FINANCE CORPORATION
  • 123 LENDING CORPORATION
  • 2C2P
  • 8AMC (VIA ECPAY)
  • ABEJO WATERS CORP.
  • ABRA
  • ACOM CONSUMER FINANCE CORPORATION
  • ACTIVE REALTY & DEVELOPMENT CORP.
  • ADA MANUFACTURING CORPORATION (VIA ECPAY)
  • AEON CREDIT SERVICE
  • AETERNITAS CHAPELS AND COLUMBARIUM (VIA ECPAY)
  • AFC SME FINANCE INC
  • AFTERWEST MICROLOANS INC
  • AGODA – DRAGONPAY
  • AGRIBANK
  • AGRO-INDUSTRIAL FOUNDATION COLLEGE OF THE PHILS.
  • AGUSAN DEL NORTE ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE, INC.
  • AIR YOU GO TRAVELS PHILIPPINES CO.
  • AKLAN ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE, INC.
  • ALAMINOS CITY WATER DISTRICT (VIA ECPAY)
  • ALLIANZ PNB LIFE INSURANCE INC.
  • ALPHA FUND SAVINGS & CREDIT COOPERATIVE (VIA ECPAY)
  • AMADEO WATER DISTRICT (VIA ECPAY)
  • AMYA POLYTECHNIC COLLEGE, INC. AND FINANCING CORPORATION (LENDPINOY)
  • ANGAT WATER DISTRICT (VIA ECPAY)
  • ANGELES ELECTRIC COMPANY ANGELICUM SCHOOL , INC. ILOILO CITY (VIA ECPAY)
  • ANJELMAN REAL ESTATE LEASING
  • ANTIQUE ELECTRIC COOP, INC ANTRECCO (BILLS PAYMENT)

OVER 600 BILLER PARTNERS NATIONWIDE

  • 123 FINANCE CORPORATION
  • 123 LENDING CORPORATION
  • 2C2P
  • 8AMC (VIA ECPAY)
  • ABEJO WATERS CORP.
  • ABRA
  • ACOM CONSUMER FINANCE CORPORATION
  • ACTIVE REALTY & DEVELOPMENT CORP.
  • ADA MANUFACTURING CORPORATION (VIA ECPAY)
  • CREDIT SERVICE
  • AETERNITAS CHAPELS AND COLUMBARIUM (via ECPAY)
  • AFC SME FINANCE INC
  • AFTERWEST MICROLOANS INC
  • AGODA – DRAGONPAY
  • AGRIBANK
  • AGRO-INDUSTRIAL FOUNDATION COLLEGE OF THE PHILS.
  • AGUSAN DEL NORTE ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE, INC.
  • AIR YOU GO TRAVELS PHILIPPINES CO.
  • AKLAN ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE, INC.
  • ALAMINOS CITY WATER DISTRICT (via ECPAY)
  • CREDENCE FINANCING, INC.
  • CURAMED PHARMACY
  • DALTON PAWNSHOP AND JEWELRY INC.
  • DANIELA PAWNSHOP
  • DIRECT AGENT 5 (DA 5)
  • DEVELOPMENT BANK OF THE PHILS.
  • EXPRESSPAY INC.
  • EVRIJEM FOREIGN EXCHANGE AND MONEY REMITTANCE
  • FILHAI MULTI PURPOSE COOPERATIVE
  • GLOBAL PINOY REMITTANCE AND SERVICES (GPRS)
  • GEMARY PAWNSHOP AND JEWELRY (CORP.)

List of Accepted Government/ Valid IDs

  • Passport
  • Driver’s License
  • Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) ID
  • National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) Clearance
  • Police Clearance
  • Postal ID
  • Voter’s ID
  • Philippine Identification System (PhilSys) ID
  • Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) e-Card
  • Social Security System (SSS) ID
  • Senior Citizen’s ID
  • Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) ID
  • OFW ID
  • Seaman’s Book
  • Alien Certification of Registration (ACR)
  • Barangay Certificate or ID (with picture and signature)
  • Birth Certificate (applicable to minors only)
  • Firearm License
  • Immigrant Certificate of Registration
  • Marriage License
  • National Council for the Welfare of Disabled Persons
  • New TIN ID
  • OWWA ID
  • Student ID
  • Alien Certification of Registration (ACR) / Immigrant Certificate of Registration
  • Government Office or Government Owned and Controlled Corporations (GOCC) ID (e.g. AFP ID, HDMF (Pag-ibig Fund) ID, etc.
  • Certification from the National Council for the Welfare of Disabled Persons (NCWDP)
  • Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Certification
  • Integrated Bar of the Philippines ID (IBP)
  • Company IDs issued by private entities or institutions registered with or supervised or regulated either by the BSP (Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas), SEC (Securities and Exchange Commission) or IC (Insurance Commission)

IDs Accepted

As required by Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), clients who engage in a financial transaction with covered institutions for the first time shall be required to present the original and submit a clear copy of at least ONE (1) valid photo-bearing identification document issued by an official authority. For our clients’ convenience, Cebuana no longer requires submission of the photocopied ID. IDs are captured using a webcam in all branches. Clients are also required to submit an updated photo and other relevant information whenever the need for it arises.

Forms of identification accepted are the following;

Pawn Accepted IDs
1. Passport
2. Driver’s License
3. Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) ID
4. National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) Clearance
5. Police Clearance
6. Postal ID
7. Voter’s ID
8. Philippine Identification (PhilID) card
9. Social Security System (SSS) Card / Unified Multi-Purpose ID (UMID)
10. Barangay Certification
11. Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) e-Card
12. Senior Citizen Card
13. Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) ID
14. OFW ID
15. Seaman’s Book
16. Alien Certification of Registration/Immigrant Certificate of Registration (for foreigners)
17. Government Office and GOCC ID, e.g., Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP ID)
18. Home Development Mutual Fund (HDMF ID)
19. Certification from the National Council for the Welfare of Disabled Persons (NCWDP)
20. Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Certification
21. Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP) ID
22. Company IDs issued by private entities or institutions registered with or supervised or regulated either by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas, Securities and Exchange Commission or Insurance Commission
23. ID issued by the National Council on Disability Affairs (NCDA)