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LitLove: Anniversary

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by Asha Sometime before I wake up I dream Of listening and talking to someone who cares Wishing for a home of understanding Amidst the hustling of my timely world Finding a hand to hold on Luck seems to listen to the song As it led me to this path of people With the same vision of giving back  and upholding others,  While Loving yourself, the truest melod By Raybert One day, I’m lost in the wilderness of the unforgiving world. Wandering on this jungle, I found myself running towards the forest of compassion. On its dense woodland, I found myself dipping in a lake with passionate people. And on that same night, I got a pack who taught me to live my life by rippling love. By Diego Interconnected Uknowlingly I entered Almost four years ago A place where I learned How to let myself go Let myself be me Without needing to be the best Ultimately, it let me see That in service I find rest My time is well spent With varied people And if there's time I could have lent I'm glad it's h

Bringing the Philippines Safer from HIV

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By Philippine National HIV Prevention Month MANILA, PHILIPPINES – The first-ever holding of the Philippine National HIV Prevention Month (NHPM) will kick-off on Friday, July 31, 2020, bringing Filipinos safer from the virus compared to previous years. The Philippine NHPM is set every July of every year. This initiative supports the Presidential Proclamation No. 971, which was signed last June 23, declaring the second week of July as Infection Prevention and Control Week. This year’s NHPM theme is “SaferNow,” following the new HIV combination prevention concept, which includes innovative and effective ways to prevent HIV: condoms and lubricants, pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP), and antiretroviral treatment as prevention (TasP). Given the availability of these preventive measures, the Department of Health reported that between January-March of this year, 2,818 Filipinos have been newly diagnosed with HIV. Age group 25-34 year-olds has the highest with 1,3

Just Wandaring: Reasons Why We Volunteer with Francis Dacanay

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By LoveYourself Communications LoveYourself celebrates its 9th anniversary this July. Truly, a lot has changed since its inception, with over 1,200 volunteers strong, and seven community centers nationwide. Volunteers are indeed the lifeblood of the organization, with their dedicated service and . The Wandaring Trio asked fellow volunteers on Facebook on what their top reasons why they stay active with LoveYourself. Special guest, Francis Dacanay joined the trio in sharing their sentiments for the organization. All of that while we guess what could be in Miss Wanda's mystery box tonight. Having a Sense of Purpose Being in the HIV advocacy, there is something special when it comes to making positive change in the community without expecting anything back. It's the heart to help, our altruistic practice that makes us feel connected with our humanity. In some respects, our journey as LoveYourself volunteers has enriched our lives with and undoubted sense of purpose. Building Conne

Being PrePPY in the New Normal

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By Jason Celeste The implementation of community quarantine all throughout Luzon and some other provinces in the country in March, not only limited our personal movement. It has also affected our access to basic health care services. But there’s no need to worry about your sexual health because LoveYourself is committed to ensuring continuity in your safer and satisfying sexual lifestyle. PrEP Pilipinas , provides access to PreExposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) which was officially launched in 2019 at various community centers and clinics. With LoveYourself’s brand of service and patient care, you can set an appointment in available LoveYourself’s community centers. If you reside in Metro Manila you can opt to enroll in LoveYourself Anglo in Mandaluyong, LoveYourself Welcome in Manila, Victoria by LoveYourself in Pasay City. You can also book an appointment in LoveYourself White House in Cebu City. For Cainta Rizal and nearby residents, we have partnered with MediPrime and if any of t

Just Wandaring: Top 5 Turn Ons with Jhoseph Llorente

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By LoveYourself Communications When we meet a potential partner, there's something about them that allures us. We may not notice it at first, but there's definitely something different about that special someone. The Wandaring Trio asked its viewers on Youtube, Facebook, and Twitter on what their top 5 turn ons were when it comes to their partner. What could be in Miss Wanda's mystery box tonight? What did cutiepie Jhospeh Llorente do for the naughty challenge? Find out below! Top 5: Great Smile There's nothing really more inviting than a friendly smile - especially when the reason behind that smile is you! Whether they're smiling from ear to ear or trying to hide their teeth, a genuine smile goes a long way, and you'll be going out of your way not just to see that wonderful smile on their face, but to make them happy - forever hopefully - as well. Top 4: Kind and Compassionate How a person treats other people is an important measure of character in a potential

iCON: The Doctor is always IN!

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By Ronald Bugarin In these changing times, medical consultations are more critical than ever. When mobility is limited, you’re far away, or when you just can’t fit a doctor’s appointment with your busy schedule, LoveYourself has come up with an innovative service. Interactive Consultation (iCON) lets clients enrolled for HIV treatment in our community centers consult with their treatment doctor right at the comforts of their home. To avail of this service, clients can sign-up via the iCON sign-up link or through the Booking site by clicking their preferred treatment doctor, date and time of consultation.  Other personal information shall be required as well as a self assessment if client is possibly exposed to COVID before appointment can be booked. Treatment staff of our community centers shall then reach out to the client with a phone call on their appointment date and time to confirm their request for doctor's consultation as well as the mode of online consultation (e.g. via

Just Wandaring: Top 5 Places for First Dates with AJ Barcena

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By LoveYourself Communications In a time where we need to maintain physical distance, we can feel a longing to have an intimate date with someone special. While we do our part in flattening the curve, the Wandaring Trio reminisce to the time when we can plan a date and get to know our maybe future partner. What could be in Miss Wanda's mystery box tonight? What did special guest AJ Barcena do for the naughty challenge? Find out below! Top 5: Weekend Market Amid a busy work week, sometimes weekends are the only times when we can spend some quality time with a person that has peeked our interest. With the variety of food and drink options available, you won't have a problem with choosing a particular kind of cuisine! You can have fun look at the different stalls and get to know them through their relationship with different food - and maybe snag a relationship with them after! Though seating can be hard to find. Top 4: Museum Ever since the National Museum opened free entrance to

Just Wandaring: Favorite Adult Toys with Manuel Schuster

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By Tino Largado Our Wandaring Trio turned the kink meter three notches up as Mikoy, Makoy, and Miss Wanda talked about the love for love toys! We know our favorite teasing triad are more than game with just about anything, and game they indeed were in asking and exploring questions and tips on how to purchase and maximize different sexual gadgets and other pleasure props to seduce and spice up the sex with a partner, or even just to satisfy one’s sensual urge. Joining in on the fun is Lauvette co-founder Manuel Schuster and a revealing the most common or favorite types of love toys in an erotic and educational show-and-tell. Item 1: Fleshlights and Masturbators Every master, er, batur must have a handy tool to help “spank the monkey”, in case the hands have simply gone boring and the monkey wants more. Compact designs can be easily packed for travel, but if you’re willing to go with something that’s a little bulky, you surely wouldn’t mind one that even moans in pleasure in every sl

The Universe Speaks: The Pride in Our Millennials with Catriona Gray

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By LoveYourself Communications What a June it has been. Pride Month certainly went by so fast, but the celebration doesn't stop just yet. On June 30, 2020, Miss Universe 2018 and community ally Catriona Gray hosts a special episode of The Universe Speaks featuring sensational guests including Gretchen Ho, Nicole Cordovez, Zephanie, and many more! Naniniwala akong hindi ako nag-iisa sa karanasang ito. Lahat tayo, ano man ang pinagdaanan natin ay may matatanggap sa pamamagitan ng pagbibigay. - Catriona Gray Catriona shared her experience during the COVID-19 pandemic and how the act of giving has been a way for her to not only mediate the healing of others, but herself as well. She reflects on how we find meaning in life when our individual pursuits intersects with the needs of others. She further on exclaims that we need to continuously close the gap between ourselves and the "othering" of people different from us so we can become a united community. Following Zephanie'