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Filipina Expat

By Lizette Maulion Zambrano

The first filipina OFW podcaster in Thailand. Thoughts about life, migration and so much more.
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Choose yourself today

Filipina Expat Mar 11, 2024

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Choose yourself today

Choose yourself today

Earlier I took a moment to acknowledge that life can be hard. It was my willingness to move in its flow that allowed me to come home safely. Hold yourself tightly.
Mar 11, 202410:04
Real Gems of Laos: A Backpacking Journey from Thailand Crossing Borders

Real Gems of Laos: A Backpacking Journey from Thailand Crossing Borders

Join me as I recall our backpacking trip in Laos. A memory lane of wonderful people we met in its scenic landscape.
Jan 12, 202430:19
What if your partner has a change of religion

What if your partner has a change of religion

Change of religion in relationship could be heartbreaking too. It takes a lot of courage, trust and respect to make it work.
Sep 02, 202311:19
Why you should not be guilty of telling your own story

Why you should not be guilty of telling your own story

We all have this one thing that we can do even if we are unpaid. It doesn't matter if it can't make you earn a living doing it. Have a hobby outside your job that defines who you are. No other person should define it, make your own meaning out of it.
Aug 20, 202312:53
Opening up regarding migration

Opening up regarding migration

Thoughts about migration and how I feel after more than 10 years of being away.
Aug 11, 202312:09
How I changed my reality after raising my vibration

How I changed my reality after raising my vibration

Believe in the power of words, thoughts and raising your vibration
Jul 27, 202308:03
Simply hang in there

Simply hang in there

I am not a coach nor a professional helper but I am here to let you know that you can move further you can move on.
Jun 20, 202304:38
Kindess Stories in Thailand

Kindess Stories in Thailand

Listen about kindness stories I encountered in Thailand
Jun 01, 202310:36
How I feel about moving to several locations due to work in Thailand

How I feel about moving to several locations due to work in Thailand

Thoughts about becoming married to expat or married to a filipino expat who works in different project locations.
May 08, 202309:18
Reconnecting after a Fall Out

Reconnecting after a Fall Out

How I reconnected with a friend after more than 8 years of not talking to eachother.
Mar 23, 202307:46
Filipina connecting with a complete stranger in an outdoor food bazaar in Bangkok

Filipina connecting with a complete stranger in an outdoor food bazaar in Bangkok

Today I mer Anna Marie from Romania. A new perspective about turning strangers with a name and hoping that our friends will not turn to strangers.
Mar 16, 202309:59
Things Nobody told you about Songkran in Thailand so let me share some

Things Nobody told you about Songkran in Thailand so let me share some

Excited for your Songkran holidays. I shared practical tips on how you can enjoy this trip to Thailand. #Travel #Thailand #Songkran
Mar 14, 202310:27
The Truth about Being Childless at 37

The Truth about Being Childless at 37

In a world full of opinion, there is one unspoken rule that I want to share. Never ask a married woman why she does not have any kid.
Mar 07, 202312:02
Overcoming Heartbreak during Valentine's Day

Overcoming Heartbreak during Valentine's Day

Trigger alert: Heartache. In this episode we delve into the painful topic of cheating in relationships. Allow me to share insights regarding this sensitive topic. Always remember that You are loved, You are worthy and You can move on.
Feb 10, 202310:39
Pag Ibig Lessons from Maria Clara at Ibarra as an OFW

Pag Ibig Lessons from Maria Clara at Ibarra as an OFW

I am currently hooked with a filipino series Maria Clara at Ibarra. Listen to some of my epiphanies as an OFW relating to the characters in the novel.
Feb 08, 202314:13
Tugon sa mga masama ugali sa mga waiter at F&B fersons

Tugon sa mga masama ugali sa mga waiter at F&B fersons

Xmpre trending si Accla dahil nga sa pagiging close nya di umano sa waiter at kaya nyang pahiran ng cake. Bilang tugon sa ganitong kagaspang na paguugali. Eto naman ang mababahagi ko.
Jan 26, 202313:24
Things to do in 2023

Things to do in 2023

New Year New Goals and more
Jan 13, 202310:47
Power Hug Para Sa ating Nag Let Go sa 2022

Power Hug Para Sa ating Nag Let Go sa 2022

Allow me to congratulate each one of us for making it this far. Cheers to a new start!
Dec 21, 202208:29
Free gift ideas

Free gift ideas

I was walking the other day and I was thinking while people watching some of the free gift ideas this holiday.
Dec 09, 202209:41
How to Achieve Pefect Attendance at Work in Thailand

How to Achieve Pefect Attendance at Work in Thailand

Sharing with you my journey on how I was able to achieve a zero tardiness record during my last employment contract in Thailand
Nov 29, 202216:22
Why I don't want you to stay the same

Why I don't want you to stay the same

Don't be afraid to transform yourself. Yo don't owe anyone any explanation on why you change and why there is a need for it. Migrant workers go through a lot of motions.
Nov 17, 202210:21
Budol Stories, Ikaw anung Kwentong Budol mo for today's 11:11?

Budol Stories, Ikaw anung Kwentong Budol mo for today's 11:11?

So ito na nga ang medyo collection ng budol stories ko. Kinig na pra maiwasan mong mangyari sayo ito at mga aral behind the budol experience.
Nov 11, 202219:37
Fast talk about filipino teachers in Thailand

Fast talk about filipino teachers in Thailand

Quick basic information about becoming a filipino teacher in Thailand
Sep 16, 202206:01
Why I kept Changing Workplace (Tagalog English)

Why I kept Changing Workplace (Tagalog English)

Sharing with you my journey in Thailand as a filipina OFW.
Sep 07, 202223:03
How to Create Bubbles out of Fear

How to Create Bubbles out of Fear

After 36 years, I was able to swim and this is how I did it.
Jul 26, 202213:47
First time mo bang mag travel sa Bangkok? Basic tips para sayo to

First time mo bang mag travel sa Bangkok? Basic tips para sayo to

I have been living in Thailand for 10 years and I call it my second home. Allow me to share my practical hacks in case you are visiting!
Jul 15, 202206:29
Nagkita tayo Gitna

Nagkita tayo Gitna

Why is it important to learn about the middle of the story. The between of our maybes of our epiphanies and our glorious moments even in heartaches. Join me in this middle road.
Jul 14, 202208:28
Real Talk Tayo about Bullying

Real Talk Tayo about Bullying

This episode allowed me to share my vulnerablity. I walked down the memory lane as someone who experienced bullying at school and in the work place. Take a step back and listen this is for you. You are worth more than their workds. Your dignity, your life matters.
Apr 26, 202216:17
Araw ng mga Kababaihan 2022

Araw ng mga Kababaihan 2022

Pagbati para sa ating lahat na patuloy na lumalaban.
Mar 08, 202208:49
Paano ako nagkatrabahong muli sa Thailand

Paano ako nagkatrabahong muli sa Thailand

Medyo matagal na din akong digital nomad, kwento ng pagbangon mula sa kawalan ng empleyado at pag-asa.
Mar 01, 202218:26
Paano Icelebrate ang Valentine's Day Kapag Single Ka

Paano Icelebrate ang Valentine's Day Kapag Single Ka

Hellow happies! Valentine's Day should be for everyone. Love yourself more and allow yourself to feel the love that you deserve. Being single after a long term relationship should be an opportunity for you to go back and give yourself the space to celebrate too. You are not lacking just because you are single.
Jan 24, 202218:06
Passion, Purpose and Grit

Passion, Purpose and Grit

AHA moment about becoming successful today, one must have passion, purpose and Grit. Let's celebrate our wins and persevere towards what makes us feel more alive.
Jan 18, 202221:14
Go Back to Yourself this 2022

Go Back to Yourself this 2022

We are always taught to have a new start every New Year to transform ourselves, to be better, to be healthier. Take a step back and go back to your intentions. There is more to life. Start living a life for yourself. Happy New Year Happies!
Jan 07, 202213:36
Happy Holidays Fam!

Happy Holidays Fam!

I wanna celebrate the holidays wirh you. Thank you for becoming part of this journey. I wish you all the best. Feel free to connect in our Facebook Group Happinay Project. Cheers!
Dec 24, 202109:55
Our Top 10 Filipino Food for the Christmas Season

Our Top 10 Filipino Food for the Christmas Season

In this episode, I was joined by Mike a fellow foodie from Berb App. We both live outside the Philippines and we had a conversation regarding our top picks for our Christmas food preparations. This is not entirely about traditional food preparations back home but we just exchanged ideas on how we do it these days. Are you ready with your list for your upcoming dinner or parties? Tune in to get more flavorful ideas. 

Dec 14, 202131:49
Standard of Beauty

Standard of Beauty

We are nearing the end of 2021. Many will sell us the way or the path that would lead us to a more beautiful us. How do we see ourselves in the mirror? I want us to go back and embrace ourselves tighter, self-love is more than a phrase. It is a noble act so that we could multiply ourselves better. Be more because you are already beautiful.
Nov 30, 202115:59
Some updates and of course gratitude

Some updates and of course gratitude

I took a month long hiatus. I wanna extend my gratitude for staying, listening and giving me the space to share my thoughts. Let's connect! We are already in Facebook. Check our Happinay Project page
Nov 04, 202111:53
How To Kill Your Dreams

How To Kill Your Dreams

These days taught us to be practical and I realized that it could kill dreams if we remain that way thinking that we should be on an autopilot fit for a survival mode:
Sep 30, 202118:54
Love in Times of Corona, Thoughs on Creating Pandemic Ready Relationship

Love in Times of Corona, Thoughs on Creating Pandemic Ready Relationship

I am no longer single, not a mom and in between. I would lke to share some of my thoughts regarding relationships and how we can make it pandemic ready. Be a tomato. Give your lycopene only to those who deserves it. Check out my thoughts regarding romantic relationships during this pandemic.
Sep 28, 202133:01
Kill the symptoms of virus, respond to it as an emergency

Kill the symptoms of virus, respond to it as an emergency

Three family members had the slight symptoms of the virus, we were told to wait 5 days before testing and had to stay at home. Our respond was to take it as an emergency case at home. I would like to share with you what we did with those slight symptoms. I am grateful to everyone who supported us in that journey. This pandemic taught me to become more resilient. I am not a medical expert, please seek your doctor immediately for any symptoms. This podcast is just a narrative in case you have to wait.
Sep 07, 202125:18
Chef Niño Malle joined Iron Chef Thailand and he won in one category. Learn more about his story

Chef Niño Malle joined Iron Chef Thailand and he won in one category. Learn more about his story

I love food. I am drawn to people who makes it and prepares it with a lot of love. Join me as I share with you the story of Filipino chef in Thailand. His culinary masterpieces were experienced by some of TH's most stylish hotels. He shared with me his story, his thrive and inspiration to prosper in times of pandemic. Food is a great conversation starter. Join us!
Aug 11, 202129:26
ChefTable with Eat Matters founder Chef Isi Laureano

ChefTable with Eat Matters founder Chef Isi Laureano

Filipino gastronomy is unique and has to be celebrated. Allow me to share the story of Chef Isi Laureano, a passionate Filipina chef and her thrive during the pandemic. Get to know her thoughts about that one Filipino dish that has the potential in the world stage. 

Aug 04, 202101:18:59
Mike Talplacido of Kiss My Mike took us in his journey as a Filipino writer based in US.

Mike Talplacido of Kiss My Mike took us in his journey as a Filipino writer based in US.

I met Mike Talplacido in one of my online platforms. Today, he shared about his thrive as a Filipino writer and his techniqes on how he was able to publish his book Kiss My Mike. A book about hos momento, love stories, LGBT pride and his diaspora journey.
Jul 16, 202131:16
Sustainable Fashion Practices I did while Iam in Bangkok, Thailand

Sustainable Fashion Practices I did while Iam in Bangkok, Thailand

Sustainable fashion is more of an awareness for me. Whenever we are aware about our closet, we know what we want in it. Join me as I share with you some of the experiences I had in his quest for more mindful clothes shopping.
Jul 11, 202121:04
Sharing with you my happy home activities that you could try for FREE!

Sharing with you my happy home activities that you could try for FREE!

This pandemic made us stay at home. We are in this together and while we wait for the word to return to our old ways, allow me to share my home activities that you could give a try. Home is where the heart is so we have to keep our hearts happy and healthy. Happy home happy life!
Jul 01, 202114:53
Harold Josevich Bernal & his journey as Filipino international student in Canada and Netflix stint

Harold Josevich Bernal & his journey as Filipino international student in Canada and Netflix stint

Our friend Harold loves traveling and he likes to go on adventures. He walked away from his career in the business district in the Philippines to pursue new passion. Listen to his stories on how his casual Canadian visits turned into migration and learning to become a student once again. His stint in a Netflix series is another story. Thanks for staying!
Jun 23, 202130:56
I will Always be my father's little girl

I will Always be my father's little girl

Tatay is a Filipino word for father. This episode is very personal and it allowed me to become vulnerable. A father may be biological or someone who held us during our journey. A bond that we could safely say we have someone to call our rock. Thankful to every father who kissed the sun for our future. Gratitude to every dad who silently stood for us when nobody even dared to look at us. Ang Tatay ko is all about my father who may be the same as yours.
Jun 16, 202119:13
How to be free? Emotional detox (Tagalog)

How to be free? Emotional detox (Tagalog)

As a Filipino, we celebrate our Independence Day every June 12. This podcast is dedicated to us Filipinos and how we could set ourselves freely. Isang mapagpalayang araw sa ating lahat!
Jun 09, 202115:34
Get to know Dr. Diane Isabel Selvido an international grad student in Thailand

Get to know Dr. Diane Isabel Selvido an international grad student in Thailand

Get to know more about an filipina international student in Thailand.
Jun 02, 202131:53
Special Tourist Visa in Thailand for Filipinos LISTEN for more

Special Tourist Visa in Thailand for Filipinos LISTEN for more

I have been receiving inquiries regarding how to travel to Thailand during the pandemic. My opinion is for you to stay where you are and stay at home but for the sake of providing information, here are some of the details shared with me by a filipina who visited Thailand as a tourist. Thank you for listening.
May 27, 202112:55