• Coffee and a journal
    LIFESTYLE,  Personal Musings

    Slow Mornings, One Cup at a Time ☕

    Picture this: it’s early, the world is still quiet, and you’ve got a warm cup of coffee in your hands. The steam rises, the aroma fills the room, and for a brief moment, everything slows down. That’s the heart of slow living—taking a pause, soaking in the small joys, and simply being present. “Coffee isn’t just coffee—it’s comfort and calm in a cup.” Why Slow Mornings Matter Coffee in the morning isn’t just about the caffeine boost. It can be a grounding ritual—a way to pause, breathe, and set the tone for your entire day. When mornings feel rushed, the chaos tends to follow. But when you start slow—even with…

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    Coffee That’s Really Good For You: Glorious, Isn’t It?

    For decades, coffee had received a bad reputation. Besides allegedly triggering high blood pressure, insomnia, and hyperacidity, the Filipino habit of adding lots of sugar and cream to one’s cup has been said to aggravate diabetes. While there’s no denying the Pinoy coffee fan his morning cup, there is a concern over the amount of sugar present in commercial 3-in-1 coffee mixes. The leading brand has 14.6 grams of sugar in one 20-gram sachet alone. Imagine how much sugar you’re taking in if you drink an average of three cups of coffee a day. What About Sugar-Free Coffee? For health-conscious individuals, especially diabetics, turning to sugar-free coffee mixes seems to…