17/04/2026
HAPPY SINGLE
This photo was taken 10 years ago from the master control room of DZWT/DZWR.
I can still feel the joy in this picture because I was really happy. It wasn’t a full-time job, but the few hours I spent there during my shows truly brought me joy. Being a radio DJ was something I really wanted to try. For others, it’s like skydiving—but for me, this was one of those things I was looking forward to.
And it’s amazing—when you want something, it’s like you manifest it, and God and the universe arrange things for it to happen.
I was single back then, and during that time, I really wanted to explore. I wanted to do the things that interested me, so I just went for them. I was enjoying that season after resigning from my corporate job.
I wanted to try business, so I did. And while doing that, I received a call from a former colleague offering me to record a commercial for a school. I did it. After that, they asked if I wanted to audition since theres a vacancy for a female DJ. What are the odds? Of course I said yes and I was so fortunate to be mentored too!
I’m the kind of person who, when I learn something new, I want to share it. Yung parang feeling ko, ang ganda nito, dapat alam din ito ng iba. I wanted to inspire through that so I would include inspirational messages, verses in my spiels.
That’s also why I write books. I used to think everyone already knew these things, but I realized—not everyone does. And in my little way, I want to guide, and help people in their journeys.
That’s why I wrote Bago Ka Ma-Fall. Because not every single person knows what they can do before entering a relationship. We don’t really learn these things in school. Sometimes, it takes an ate or a kuya sharing their stories.
When I was single, I would ask my older, married friends. I’d listen, learn, and gather those nuggets of wisdom and think, “Wow, dapat every single should know this.”
One of the most important things I learned is this:
Be happy while you are single.
Because if you are happy as a single person, you’ll also be happy as a married person. But if you’re grumpy, impatient, or empty while single, don’t expect marriage to suddenly change that.
So whenever I had the chance to explore, I did. I went hiking, tried different adventures, and stayed open to new experiences. It made the waiting easier because I wasn’t focused on “I want a relationship.” Instead, my focus became: What can I try next? What growth can I pursue in this season?
For me, the single season is one of the best and most available seasons to explore your passions—to try the things you’ve always wanted.
So if you’re single right now, ask yourself:
What are the things you’ve always wanted to try? What makes you feel alive?
Maybe before, you were told, “We can’t afford it,” or “It’s not practical,” or “It’s not for you.” There were limitations. But now that you’re earning, you have time, and you have some resources—you can already do it.
So why not pursue it?
Ano ba yung gusto mo? Ano yung nagpapangiti sa’yo just thinking about it?
Is it traveling? Designing? Music? Climbing a mountain? Painting? Public Speaking? Writing a book? Or even donating blood. I dreamed of becoming a Galloners Club member when I used to donate sa Red Cross. I can’t do it as much now because I’m often puyat and borderline anemic—but when I was single, I was able to.
So what is it for you?
Go for it. Go for it. Go for it.
Be as happy as you can be in this season, because you attract who you are. When you are happy, you also attract someone who is whole—someone who is living his life, not someone who is just looking for someone to fill a void.
You can’t enter a relationship empty and expect it to complete you. You have to grow, to be fulfilled, even before you get married.
Be a happy single!
And if you haven’t grabbed my newest book Bago Ka Ma-Fall, you can get it at Gifts by Immari Baguio (2F SM Baguio) or fill in our form: bit.ly/bagokama-fall.
P.S. God introduced my husband three months after this photo was taken and our common friend, Ate Iloisa volunteered him to guest in my radio program. We had a few meetings to discuss about the interview and it started our getting to know each other stage. 😅
Your passion, your happiness, and your love life aren’t separate, they’re all connected.
I’m rooting for you!
Love,
Ate Vangie 💝
