During the recent typhoons and natural disasters, my family managed well by preparing everything needed beforehand. They focused on staying safe, calm, and informed throughout, then worked on recovering safely afterward. Because I am far away, they kept me updated regularly. To handle my worry, I constantly prayed for them.
— Cleare Custodio
My family stayed alert, prepared, and resilient. Being abroad made me feel helpless at first, but as my faith deepened, I controlled my worry by trusting God completely. Instead of panicking, I prayed daily for his protection over my family and everyone affected. Our strong belief that God is more powerful than any storm turned our fear into steady peace.
— Elaine Alaban
My family ensured our house could withstand strong winds and rain, prepared emergency kits, and stored enough food. Working abroad, I handled anxiety by sticking to my daily routine while staying updated with them. Most of all, I managed my worry by trusting God entirely for their safety.
—Lourdes Tabian
During the recent typhoons in the Philippines and Hong Kong, my family prepared early by buying food and water, charging power banks, storing candles, staying indoors, and monitoring news updates. Being far away made me deeply worried, but setting a simple check-in plan and praying helped me handle the anxiety.
—Fe Atenta Abenion
My family stayed alert by securing essential supplies, monitoring official updates, keeping phone batteries full, and saving emergency hotlines. Being an overseas worker during a disaster is hard, but I handle my worries by trusting God. Anchored by Luke 8:24, I know Jesus calms every storm in our lives.
—Mary Grace Tomenio
Knowing a disaster could destroy your home strains your mental health. To handle this abroad, I acknowledged my emotions and gave myself and my family grace to process the trauma step by step. Tapping into mindfulness, grounding exercises, daily routines, community support, and prayer helped me pull through.
—Elisa Tinell
