Weeks ago I attended Sun Talks: Digital Media Edition session which is all about  Achieving Your Own Brighter Life! I was so in awe with Ms. Jenny del Mundo when she shared all those practical and relevant financial tips which made me deeply think that had I known her earlier may be my 20s wouldn’t be so bad after all.

Looking back, i started on wrong foot. Financial wise, I do not have any plans with my life. I thought the good life wouldn’t end and in my carelessness and being overtly friendly, I let a friend used my name to secure a loan thru credit card that for years, made my life a living hell, financially.

I learned my lesson, and I learned it well. It happened simultaneously when my family needed money and I was so angry that a friend benefited more when I should be helping my family. Since then, I said to myself, its my family and future first.

Such was the pitfall of my life. I forgot all about it, I said its just money and I can easily earn it and I still can achieve a brighter life after this pitfall. And here’s how I did it:

Acceptance – I learned how important it is to accept that setbacks and pitfalls are a normal part of life. I acknowledged what has happened and allow myself to experience it, its just that I don’t easily trust people now.

It took me some time to reflect on the situation but I identify where I went wrong and boy, the many lessons and insights I  gained from it is enough to last me a lifetime. I know how to prevent similar pitfalls in the future and live a brighter life for me and my family.

Immediately after all that happened, I  set new goals. I used the opportunity to set new goals for myself. I determined what I want to achieve and have created plans to work towards those goals with the help of my friend and family and it has given me a sense of purpose.

I used this setback as an opportunity for personal growth and learning. I learned to take care of my physical, emotional, and mental well-being and most importantly my financial well-being. One that will served me greatly in the future to come.

But most importantly I stay positive and resilient. Having a positive mindset that there will always be help around if you look for it.

People are so lucky nowadays because there are companies like Sun Life who can help you achieve a brighter life.

If you are looking for a good insurance that is with you every step of the way, Sun Life Financial offers a variety of products to meet your financial needs. These include life insurance, health insurance, critical illness insurance, disability insurance, long-term care insurance, investment products, retirement savings products, and more. You should consider your individual needs and financial objectives when choosing the best product for you.

As one of the top life insurance companies in the Philippines, Sun Life can help you achieve financial security throughout the different stages of your life. Yes, Sun Life Philippines offers life insurance plans that can help cover you and your family across different stages of life. These plans include savings, protection, education, health, and retirement offerings. Depending on your needs and budget, you can choose from a wide range of coverage options.

Setbacks are temporary, remember that. You can still have a brighter life if you’re willing to work hard for it.