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TAKE THE PLUNGE with Pavin Orpiana

TAKE THE PLUNGE with Pavin Orpiana

By Pavin Orpiana

It's difficult to move forward. It takes a lot of courage to leave your safe zone. You should be brave to leave your past behind and to start new. But you are not alone. You jump, I jump, remember? Let's take the plunge together. In this podcast, we will talk about our everyday experiences in life, relationships, untold stories, and thoughts to get lessons that will help us be a better version of ourselves.
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S2 EP19: Taking Care Of Our Mental Health During the Covid-19 Pandemic w/ Dr. Rodney Boncajes

TAKE THE PLUNGE with Pavin OrpianaAug 12, 2021

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S2 EP19: Taking Care Of Our Mental Health During the Covid-19 Pandemic w/ Dr. Rodney Boncajes

S2 EP19: Taking Care Of Our Mental Health During the Covid-19 Pandemic w/ Dr. Rodney Boncajes

Everyone has mental health. It is just one type of health that makes up who we are. In this episode, Dr. Rodney Boncajes, a Diplomate of the Specialty Board of Philippine Psychiatry, a Medical Specialist III in Psychiatry, and Unit Head, Community-Based Mental Health Capacity Building and Training Unit of National Center for Mental Health, help us understand mental health, how we can end the stigma about mental health, talks about the state of mental health in the country and how to take care of our mental health amid the pandemic. #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthPH 


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Aug 12, 202101:01:59
S2 EP18: FOMO: Fear of Missing Out

S2 EP18: FOMO: Fear of Missing Out

Are you having a hard time getting rid of constantly checking your social media account like Facebook or Instagram? You are probably experiencing FOMO or Fear of Missing Out. In this episode, we will discuss the FOMO phenomenon and how to overcome it.  


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Jul 17, 202112:18
S2 EP17: Are You A Generous Giver Or An Over-Giver?

S2 EP17: Are You A Generous Giver Or An Over-Giver?

We all hear this saying, "It's better to give than to receive," and this is true if you are a selfless person. But how will you know if you're truly a generous giver and not an over-giver? 


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Jul 09, 202109:08
S2 EP16: What Is Your Purpose In Life?

S2 EP16: What Is Your Purpose In Life?

What is your purpose in life? I bet you still don't know the answer because no one really knows. We all share the struggle of finding that purpose. In this episode, join me as I share my thoughts about finding our purpose in life. 


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Jul 02, 202113:14
SEASON 2 TRAILER

SEASON 2 TRAILER

Welcome to Take the Plunge with Pavin Orpiana Season 2. 


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Jun 25, 202101:10
S1 EP15: You Are Not Mark Zuckerberg. Don't Quit School.

S1 EP15: You Are Not Mark Zuckerberg. Don't Quit School.

We see a lot of motivational videos circulating online telling students it's okay to drop out of college and be an entrepreneur. While there's nothing wrong with being an entrepreneur, advising students to quit college is wrong. Join me and my friends Joms and Ajeya as we discuss why quitting school is not a guarantee to make you the next Mark Zuckerberg.


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Apr 23, 202132:53
S1 EP14: Passion Vs. Money - Do What You Love Or What Pays?

S1 EP14: Passion Vs. Money - Do What You Love Or What Pays?

In this episode, ka-kwentuhan ni Pavin ang isang kaibigan at editor sa ABS-CBN na si Nikko Venzon. Pinag-usapan nila kung ano ba ang matimbang, kung ang passion ba o ang kumita na lang ng pera. Napag kwentuhan din ang mga experiences nila nung minsan maharap sila sa sitwasyon ng Passion o Money. Ikaw ano ba mas pipiliin mo?


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Apr 16, 202155:52
S1 EP13: Reaching Goals - Holding Yourself Accountable

S1 EP13: Reaching Goals - Holding Yourself Accountable

In this episode, let's talk about things that we can do to teach ourselves to be accountable in reaching our goals.

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Apr 16, 202112:35
S1 EP12: Dealing With A Closed-Off Friend

S1 EP12: Dealing With A Closed-Off Friend

We have battles we don't want to share, even with our closest friends. But how if a friend of yours does the same and you know that he or she is hurting inside and all you want to do is to be a good friend, yet your friend won't let you? In this episode, Pavin talks about his experience with a closed-off friend and shares how to deal with them.


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Mar 26, 202127:30
S1 EP11: It's Over. Habits Not You, Habits Me. (A Random Break Up Story With Bad Habits.)

S1 EP11: It's Over. Habits Not You, Habits Me. (A Random Break Up Story With Bad Habits.)

In this episode, nag random podcast lang si Pavin gamit ang kanyang mobile phone at isang lavalier microphone sa kanilang opisina habang siya ay walang ginagawa. Nabanggit niya rin dito ang tungkol sa bad habits at kung anong magandang gawin para matigil ang bad habits. 


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Mar 16, 202125:31
S1 EP10: How To Be Happy?

S1 EP10: How To Be Happy?

In this episode, Pavin talks about finding true happiness.  


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Mar 05, 202108:51
S1 EP9: Love Series Part 5 - Is Love Enough To Make A Relationship Last?

S1 EP9: Love Series Part 5 - Is Love Enough To Make A Relationship Last?

In this episode, Pavin and his friends Aby, Gian, and Joms shared their thoughts if love is enough to make a relationship work. Some peeps also shared their opinions via voice messages if love is enough in a relationship.  


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Feb 12, 202101:04:44
S1 EP8: Love Series Part 4 - Limerence, Breakup, and Cope with Ajeya Camacho

S1 EP8: Love Series Part 4 - Limerence, Breakup, and Cope with Ajeya Camacho

In this episode, nakipagkwentuhan si Pavin at Ajeya kay Celine sa kanyang recent breakup experience. Napag-usapan din ang tungkol sa infatuation, limerence at sa ginawang paraan ni Celine para siya makapag move on agad sa breakup. 


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Feb 05, 202139:01
[BONUS] Kabilang Ka Pa Rin

[BONUS] Kabilang Ka Pa Rin

Isinulat ito ni Pavin noong Pebrero 14, 2019, para sa mga nakararamdam na hindi sila kabilang sa araw ng mga puso.


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Feb 05, 202102:16
S1 EP7: Love Series Part 3 - Yes, Online Dating! w/ Ajeya Camacho

S1 EP7: Love Series Part 3 - Yes, Online Dating! w/ Ajeya Camacho

In this episode, Pavin and Ajeya share their experiences using dating apps, and how not to be deceived by a catfish. 


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Jan 30, 202140:06
S1 EP6: Love Series Part 2 - Friend Zone Again?!

S1 EP6: Love Series Part 2 - Friend Zone Again?!

In this episode,  Nakipag-kwentuhan si Pavin sa mga tropa niyang editors na sila Joms at Marvick at pinag-usapan ang mga karanasan nila tungkol sa friendzone. 


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Jan 22, 202136:32
S1 EP5: Love Series Part 1 - Platonic Love And Unrequited Love

S1 EP5: Love Series Part 1 - Platonic Love And Unrequited Love

In this special episode, makikipag-kwentuhan tayo sa dalawang kaibigan ni Pavin tungkol sa experience nila sa Platonic love na nauwi sa Unrequited love. P.S. Sorry na po agad, mali po ang pronunciation ko sa word na "unrequited."


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Jan 15, 202136:01
S1 EP4: Overcoming Self-doubt Or Imposter Syndrome

S1 EP4: Overcoming Self-doubt Or Imposter Syndrome

In this episode, Pavin talks about Imposter Syndrome and how to beat self-doubt.


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Jan 09, 202116:31
S1 EP3: Ready, Setback, Goal.

S1 EP3: Ready, Setback, Goal.

In this episode, Pavin shares his experiences of setbacks when he worked as a service crew in a fast-food chain. He talks about the three fears that he felt when he tried to get out of his comfort zone. 


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Dec 31, 202019:31
S1 EP 2: Five Things On Why I'm Still Grateful This 2020

S1 EP 2: Five Things On Why I'm Still Grateful This 2020

In this Christmas episode, I will share my list of five things on why I'm still grateful this year despite the challenges I had experienced. 


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Dec 23, 202014:29
S1 EP1 : Accepting Change and Moving Forward

S1 EP1 : Accepting Change and Moving Forward

Are we ready to take an action? In this episode, pag-uusapan natin kung paano ba mag move forward kapag ang daming changes na nangyayari sa paligid natin.


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Dec 18, 202019:41