Thapelo on Apartheid
By By Mario O. Sopena Racial segregation had existed in South Africa long before the twentieth century, but it became official government policy in 1948. Thapelo explained it with the ...
Cooperative Identity Preserving Values, Empowering Communities
By Jerome Alangui-Muguet Polonio, Ph.D. 1. Introduction Cooperative identity is the essence of what makes cooperatives distinct from other organizations. It is not merely a label but a living framework ...
A soft start
By Shawn Marc B. Carreon Towards the day at the end of dawn, Clouds began to surface the sky, As if it holds its breath for the world alone, Sounds ...
Why BetterHelp is a Risk to Our Collective Mental Health
Written by Rob Pintwala, Founder @ First Session Last updated on: Jun 01, 2026 The world’s largest online therapy platform is a juggernaut. BetterHelp’s proliferation across every conceivable marketing medium ...
Time management: Games and strategies to help
Medically reviewed by April Justice, LICSW Updated April 21st, 2026 by BetterHelp Editorial Team Time management games can help people improve productivity at work and school, as well as manage ...
Resilience through generations: The Cordilleran way of thriving together
By Jerome Alangui-Muguet Polonio, Ph.D. Introduction: Resilience as a Cultural and Legal Concept Resilience is often described as the ability to withstand adversity and recover from challenges. In the Cordilleran ...
How sound financial advice can enhance emotional health
Medically reviewed by Corey Pitts, MA, LCMHC, LCAS, CCS Updated April 10th, 2026 by BetterHelp Editorial Team According to a 2025 survey, more than 70% of Americans state that they ...
Beyond Profit: The Social Responsibility of Cooperatives
By Jerome Alangui-Muguet Polonio, Ph.D. Introduction: Cooperatives as More Than Economic Enterprises Cooperatives are often seen as economic organizations—entities formed to pool resources, generate income, and provide services to their ...
Cooperatives thrive when members drive
By Jerome Alangui-Muguet Polonio, Ph.D. Introduction: The Heartbeat of a Cooperative A cooperative is not just another business model. It is a community-driven enterprise built on trust, shared responsibility, and ...
Raising independent teenagers: How to let go while staying connected
Medically reviewed by Melissa Guarnaccia, LCSW Updated June 17th, 2026 by BetterHelp Editorial Team Raising independent teenagers means helping your child build confidence, accountability, and decision-making skills while still offering ...
Transparency as power: Why reports and social audits strengthen cooperatives
By Jerome Alangui-Muguet Polonio, Ph.D. Introduction: Transparency as a Pillar of Cooperative Governance Transparency is more than a procedural requirement in cooperatives—it is the lifeblood of trust, accountability, and sustainability ...
Why writing by hand Is good for you & me
By Penelope A. Domogo, MD When was the last time you wrote a letter by hand? In an age of cellphones, tablets, and computers, handwriting is a skill that is ...
Unity in action: Building resilient communities through clan and cooperative bonds
By Jerome Alangui-Muguet Polonio, Ph.D. Kinship, Solidarity, and Shared Responsibility Introduction: Kinship and Solidarity as the Backbone of Cordilleran Life In the Cordillera highlands, where rugged mountains shape both the ...
Pain psychology: Treatment for chronic pain
Medically reviewed by Julie Dodson, MA, LCSW and Nikki Ciletti, M.Ed, LPC Updated March 6th, 2026 by BetterHelp Editorial Team Key takeaways Chronic pain is not just a purely physical ...
Heritage as a compass: Navigating modern challenges with indigenous wisdom Preserving Identity, Empowering Generations
By Jerome Alangui-Muguet Polonio, Ph.D. Introduction: Heritage as Identity, Not Just History Heritage is more than a record of the past—it is the living identity of a people. For Indigenous ...
Social obligations and health
By Penelope A. Domogo, MD One time, I visited an older friend in their house. When she retired as a teacher, her children told her that now she is free ...
Raising independent teenagers: How to let go while staying connected
Medically reviewed by Melissa Guarnaccia, LCSW Updated May 12th, 2026 by BetterHelp Editorial Team Parenting can come with unique challenges at each stage of your child’s life, but the transition ...
