Why I’m starting my blogging journey

Mae SaguilMae Saguil
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I want my voice to be heard.

After reading The Power of Writing It Down by Allison Fallon, something shifted in me. That book gave me permission—to slow down, to reflect, and to believe that my words are worth capturing.

It reminded me that:

Writing helps you make sense of your story—even the messy parts.

Putting thoughts into words creates clarity and emotional relief.

You don’t need to be a “writer” to write—you just need to be honest.

Writing is a form of self-trust. It shows you what you really believe.

For years, my thoughts lived in private journals, scattered sticky notes, and long, unsent messages. But I’ve realized: if I want to be understood, remembered, or even just seen, I need to share.

So I’m writing. I’m publishing. I’m putting my thoughts into the world—not because I have it all figured out, but because I don’t.

This blog is my attempt to immortalize what matters:

Lessons from life as a software engineer

The mindset that drives me as a professional athlete

Honest reflections on growth, identity, and ambition

It’s not perfect—but it’s mine. And it’s a start.

Thanks for reading. I hope something here resonates with you, too.

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