Meant to Solve
How a problem-solver’s way of thinking applies to work, life, and everything in between
You’re meant to solve.
You think deeply, carry responsibility, and are often the one others turn to when things get complicated. May it be at work, at home, or in situations where timing, energy, and judgment matter.
I’ve been solving problems since I was five. That’s when math first entered my life. Word problems taught me how to slow down, break things apart, notice patterns, and trust that most challenges can be worked through one step at a time.
That way of thinking stayed with me.
Over the years, I’ve applied it to technology, consulting, leadership, mental well-being, motherhood, and life as an immigrant building stability in a new country.
This publication brings all of that together.
Here, I write about life, work, energy, identity, systems, and care—the pieces that shape how decisions get made and how people move through complex seasons.
Not everything needs fixing.
A lot of things need understanding, patience, and a better approach.
That’s what this space is for.
Where This Way of Thinking Comes From
If you’re holding things together—teams, systems, projects, families, or yourself—you’ll recognize these moments.
I’ve helped people make sense of complex situations, untangle systems that weren’t working, and work through ambiguity with clients and teams. I’ve navigated conversations across cultures and roles, managed competing priorities, and handled stress, burnout, and transition with more care than force.
Some of these challenges lived in spreadsheets and systems.
Others lived in the body, the mind, or the home.
All of them required timing, judgment, and attention to what actually mattered.
That way of solving problems didn’t start at work.
It started when I was five years old. My dad would send me to the sari-sari store to buy bread and ask, “If it costs 13 pesos and I give you a 20-peso bill, how much is the change?” I’d walk home doing the subtraction in my head, already smiling because I knew I’d get it right.
Those bonding times with Papa taught me to stay curious, look for structure, and trust myself rather than rush or panic. That mindset followed me into college, IT, business analysis, and consulting—and it’s still how I approach problems today.
Nature added another layer. I met my husband on a rainy hike in the Philippines, and the mountains have been a quiet teacher ever since. They remind me that perspective matters as much as pace, and that not everything needs to be hurried to be meaningful.
Then came motherhood. It changed how I relate to time, energy, and priorities. It taught me problem-solving is genuinely caring. Navigating work and life as an immigrant mom deepened my resilience.
This is the lens I bring to every problem—professional or personal.
Work, Life and Mental Well-Being
For over 15 years, I’ve worked in IT and consulting, helping organizations manage change, improve systems, and work better across teams and time zones.
Along the way, I also learned how to take care of my mental health, recognize burnout early, and build rhythms that support output + longevity.
Over time, a few things became clear. Fewer tools usually lead to better focus. Clear systems support calmer minds. And empathy goes further than force.
This publication reflects those lessons.
What You’ll Find Here
In Meant to Solve, you’ll find reflections on tech consulting, leadership, alongside writing on mental well-being, motherhood, immigration, and sustainable ways of working.
You’ll find practical ways to think about systems, decisions, and care, plus honest stories about life’s complexity.
I don’t promise perfect answers.
I do promise lived experience, thoughtful perspectives, and valuable ideas.
If you see yourself here, you’re in the right place.
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Your Turn
If any of this resonated, I’d love to hear what you’re navigating right now, whether it’s work, life, or something in between.
Let’s think things through and problem-solve together.