Filipinos went through several difficult challenges over the course of the past year — the COVID-19 health crisis, devastating typhoons and volcano eruptions, economic dips, and so much more. And in these events, as well as many others before, emerged a pattern of resilience.
It’s no secret that Filipinos are tougher than they look. Being able to bounce back when all seems lost is a feat many achieve on a daily basis. One can’t help but be filled with pride upon seeing your fellow countrymen work together to find hope and endurance during desperate times. Truly, the lasting strength of Filipinos continues to shine through.
And shine it did when events director and producer Von Arroyo pivoted to an online food business that serves home cooked meals and pastries, “Syempre bawal ang social gatherings, wala ding live events naturally, kaya naisip ko na balikan ang isa ko pang passion which is cooking.”
Von’s strategy a.k.a his “diskarte” to shift his business model to food delivery has ultimately paid off as more and more people are becoming accustomed to packaged food ever since the lockdown was enforced.
Von knows that this is his chance to prove to himself that he can persevere through tough times. His motivation? His friends and family who have been with him every step of the way and the hope that all these hardships will soon pass, “... di ako susuko hanggang maging maayos na ulit ang lahat,” he declared.
His dream for the post-pandemic future is to eventually continue VFactor, his events business, along with a sit-down restaurant to officially jumpstart his serious venture into food. But of course, like any other dream, the road to getting there would be full of obstacles.
Admittedly, the early rise and grind to prepare and sell food is far from what he’s used to in the events industry. He understands and respects the process though, “... dahil sinisikap kong maging matatag sa sitwasyon, syempre lumalaban tayo,” he said.
The only similarity that events and food have is that they both cause extreme fatigue and body pain which can stop him from conquering his day, “Kahit noon pa man, pagod at puyat na ang matinding kalaban ko pagdating sa events, (so) kahit ngayon na nagpeprepare ako ng mga pagkain to sell.”
Pain would shoot up his feet and legs and his neck would ache and feel strained) It is triggered by repetitive motion like lifting or overall bad posture. Cooking slumped over the stove, standing all day in the kitchen, and repeatedly looking down from his phone as he attends to food orders are the main triggers of his body pain.
That’s why he is thankful that he found an ally in Ibuprofen + Paracetamol (ALAXAN® FR), a capsule that helps stop body pain and inflammation at its source, “... talagang maaasahan ko to keep me going sa araw-araw na hamon ng buhay,” he beams. The brand complements Von’s inspiring attitude to never stop going.
For him, topical solutions aren’t enough, “Hindi ako umaasa sa pahid-pahid lang. Bitin sa’kin ‘yan” he complained. That’s why the confidence in Ibuprofen + Paracetamol (ALAXAN® FR) came naturally, “Diretso ang Ibuprofen + Paracetamol (ALAXAN® FR) kung saan kailangan. Hindi pa mahapdi sa balat ko!”
Von also believes that you don’t have to wait for your body pain to be severe for you to take action. He implies that there’s no reason to endure body pain when there’s a fast relief for it. Ibuprofen + Paracetamol (ALAXAN® FR)’s Fast Relief formula works in as fast as 15 minutes. That way, he can continue working hard.
He makes sure that he always has an Ibuprofen + Paracetamol (ALAXAN® FR) handy during the pandemic because it fits his busy lifestyle perfectly, “Hiyang pa sa akin so tuloy-tuloy ang trabaho,” he said, “Sa Ibuprofen + Paracetamol (ALAXAN® FR) lang ako tiwala.”
There are great admirers of Von’s strength, that’s why he continues to be a brilliant example for diligent Filipinos everywhere, “Mula noon, hanggang ngayon. Lumalaban at lalaban sa anumang hamon ng buhay dahil mandirigma ako.” Thanks to his unwavering vitality and Ibuprofen + Paracetamol (ALAXAN® FR).
Ibuprofen + Paracetamol (ALAXAN® FR) is available in leading drugstores. If symptoms persist, consult your doctor.
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