Pagod ka na ba? Baka kailangan mo lang magpahinga (and read 📚)
Alam mo ‘yung feeling na minsan, parang ang hirap na lang bumangon sa umaga?
Tapos pagkabangon mo, it feels like wala ka rin gana magpaka-productive?
Yung tipo ng araw na bigla ka na lang mapapatulala sa bintana. The sun’s setting, your coffee’s gone cold, and your brain just… stops. You start asking yourself:
“Anong nangyayari sa buhay ko?”
“May patutunguhan pa ba ‘to?”
“Pagod na ‘ko pero bakit parang hindi ako umaabante?”
Because same, besh. Seym. I feel you. 🥲
Pero minsan, siguro hindi natin kailangan ng answers. Kailangan lang muna natin huminga.
Lately, madami sa’tin ‘yung naka-survival mode, ‘no? Hindi lang sa work, but sa life in general.
We keep going because we have to, pero nakakalimutan natin minsan na okay lang mag-pause.
Okay lang mag-slow down. Okay lang mapagod. Okay lang kahit hindi ka okay..
At kung nandyan ka sa season na ‘yan ngayon, this post is for you. 💚
👉🏼 Yes, for you. Specifically for you. 😂
Kasi you reading this post means somehow, nagbabasa ka ng books. 😅
Pero alam niyo ‘yung struggle sa pagbabasa ng books kapag hindi Filipino ang nagsulat?
Minsan kasi hindi nila gets ung context natin sa Pilipinas. 🇵🇭
Lalo na ung Western books, diba? They have a lot of mental health books, but for me, they can only do so much, eh.
Iba pa rin pag Pilipino ung nagsulat ng libro, kasi mas gets nila tayo. Mas gets nila na ‘yung mental health issues natin is coming also from the way our society works sa Pilipinas… ‘Yung corruption, burn out, sistema, family culture, lahat na.
Kaya naman, I hope bigyan niyo ng chance ‘yung books of Filipino authors below. Sana may maka-relate kayo sa mga sinulat nila for us. 🙏🏻
And if may mabasa kayo from them, please let us know and share feedback with us? Para ma-support natin sila. 🥰
So yes, here are some of our eBook REKOmmendations in this mental health season!
💚 5 eBooks to Read When You’re Tired, Stuck, and Unmotivated
For the days na gusto mo lang tumigil sandali at maramdaman ulit ‘yung sarili mo.
- Hindi ka Robot by Dr. Ron Bedia — For the working Pinoys na laging on grind mode. Pahinga ka rin, bestie.
- Still Here by Josue Mapagdalita — For the breadwinners at sa lahat ng bitbit ang bigat, this book invites you to pour all that weight, while the author pours his heart out too
- The Heavens Won’t Heal You by Gavielle Gerico Cruz — Healing doesn’t happen in the heavens. It happens here on Earth: through struggle, self-awareness, and the quiet strength we find within ourselves. This book will help ground you, guiding you to face the fullness of living with courage and clarity.
- As Seasons Change by Migs Ganzon — A comforting reminder that even messy seasons have purpose. This book helps you shift from just surviving to truly healing. Even if you’re not “bookish,” this read feels like a pep talk for your soul.
- Tahan by Lance Abellon — Poetry that feels like a hug. Tulad ng title, parang shoulder to cry on ang collection na ‘to. Self-care idea: take yourself out to an open mic event.
🌿 5 eBooks to for Those Who Need Healing and Motivation
Eto naman ay for when you’ve been fighting for too long and need a gentle nudge to keep going. 🥹
- Unlovable, Broken but Bold by Ashera Generoso — For those who grew up in chaos and survival. Here’s a novel about Tabitha, who finally chose peace and set herself free, kahit hindi madali.
- Eve’s Haven Series #1: The Unloved Woman by Lolakwentosera — Sometimes, healing starts when we admit we’re not perfect parents, friends, or kids. This story bridges the gap between generations. This reminds us that love, when guided by faith, can save us in more ways than one.
- Remember These Things by Claire Quiñones — For the unmotivated and seeking ways to find joy despite life’s curveballs. For fans of Mark Manson and Ryan Holiday, and seeking similar self-help books in a Filipino context.
- Run Towards the Fire by Mark Rana — If fear has been holding you back, maybe it’s time to run towards it. It’s not too late to start over.
- Dear You by Missterious Dreamer — For those carrying silent battles, “Dear You” might be the reminder you need: your story is worth hearing.
✨ Baka ito na ‘yung sign para magpahinga at magbasa muna.
📌 How to Get these Mental Health eBooks Instantly
These titles are all available on REKO: your go-to app to read and support local authors. On REKO web app, you can buy and read these books instantly! Anytime, anywhere, on any device.
What’s more? These EBOOKS are LEGIT. Meaning, every purchase supports the local author directly. 😉 🇵🇭
Here’s how you can read these eBooks:
- Option A: GET A 20% DISCOUNT when you buy them individually on the REKO app! Use this code upon checkout: MENTALHEALTH20 (min. ₱100 purchase). You can click the links above to check each title, or browse them here.
- Option B: PROMO BUNDLE! Get all 5 eBooks for only P500 here by selecting the “Mental Health Bundle” 👉 Avail the Mental Health Bundles Promo
🌼 Want to rest and read with others? FREE event on Oct 17 Friday!
Medyo biglaan ‘to bestie, pero kung pwede ka, maybe you’d like to join us also sa event na ‘to in partnership with Be Club Lifestyle Hub. It’s FREE!
October 17, 2025 (Thursday), 12PM–8PM for ✨ “Thrift, Play, & Hangout” ✨
📍 3 Torre Lorenzo, Malate, Manila
Drop by anytime and just chill! Baka minsan, ‘yung pagod mo, kailangan lang din ipahinga with a community. Aside from books, may PS4 and board games rin! Hehe. Enjoy tayo!
More info here.
REKO will have a small booth – come say hi! 💬
We’ll be giving out free eBooks, waterproof stickers, bookmarks, and personalized book rekommendations based on what you’re going through right now (promise, hindi lang siya typical book fair).
Come hang out, rest, and maybe discover the book that’ll help you breathe again. 🌿
You deserve rest, and a good read. 😉 💚
Here for you,
Gia and Team REKO 🇵🇭
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