Author: Cleofe Bernardino

For many law students, academic advising no longer ends at the dean’s office—or even the classroom. Late at night, between case digests and exam anxiety, some turn to an unlikely source for guidance and reassurance: Reddit. Once known mainly as an internet forum for niche interests and memes, Reddit has evolved into a digital space where users can ask questions freely and anonymously, without fear of judgment. Its structure allows people to vent, seek advice, and share personal experiences—features that have made it increasingly attractive to students navigating high-pressure environments likelaw school. For law students in particular, Reddit has become…

Living in the Philippines, a bilingual country, Filipinos enjoyed longtime advantage when it comes to the international job aspects thanks to the country’s colonial history. Now, it becomes easier with AI, everything that we need for work is just one click away and in one prompt, all the information will be just right in front of you. As a skill credential, competency in English proficiency is one of the important requisites in the workforce; serving as a bridge between education and workforce readiness. Why English Proficiency Still Matters Before entering the global workforce, many Filipinos and job seekers worldwide are…

When I entered Enverga Law School, no one told me studying law would be easy—and, truly, there is no shortcut to succeeding in this field. As a first-year student balancing work and school, the experience has been intense. It demands sleepless nights, a diminished social life, and less time with family and friends. Like they said, “Law school is a jealous mistress”: a demanding profession that requires constant dedication. Still, I find myself surviving each day with the help of digital tools—social media apps, AI, and platforms like Digest.ph—which make my study routines more efficient and accessible. It made me…

With eyes glued on their screens and hardworking hands that serve as shimmer of hope, some college dropouts face challenges in their coming-of-age time. In era of AI, it soon became their “one call away.” I always thought that having a college degree will help you land a job, help you financially or to finally achieve the most-awaited dreams in your life. That’s how our parents told us to. But what about people who pursue their dreams without finishing their studies yet successfully achieved it? There is this contradicting thought inside of me that reflected if that what does make…

Phones away! Since the Lenten Season is here, it’s time to reflect on ourselves with God and focus on real-life situations rather than your eyes glued to your screens. In this era of digital technology, people are distracted in the digital world through the excessive use of social media rather than enjoying today’s reality. However, spending time on phones usually brings prolonged effects such as insomnia, low self-esteem and increased stress levels.  Digital detox is the intended reduction of time spent on technology use by disconnecting devices and limiting social media use. This is a way to cut distractions from…

Humans believe that love is beyond physical boundaries, so it drives dating to evolve throughout time. From traditional dating where men take the initiative slowly progressed to online dating, women can do vice versa. In relation to that, power imbalances stemmed from the norms and culture, which men and women tend to explore the potential challenges and how to manage it. When it comes to love, it doesn’t matter which ones will take the initiative, what matters is how they will navigate pursuing romantic commitments and how to make it last. According to an interview with Coach Vee, a certified…

With the rise of innovative gadgets in 2025, several international brands have introduced devices tailored for digital artists. Here are three top tablet options preferred by creatives.