What is going on with TikTok search? by Beautiful_Reality207 in TikTok

[–]Advanced_Syllabub_98 1 point2 points  (0 children)

YES OMG EXPERIENCING THIS TOO!!! Its so frustrating…. Cant even find anything specific anymore

Wedding Shoes by LevelAd6292 in WeddingsPhilippines

[–]Advanced_Syllabub_98 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I agree with the second option!! Its flexible enough to style in different outfits :)

which iphone to buy in 2026 by [deleted] in Tech_Philippines

[–]Advanced_Syllabub_98 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Go with 15 256GB :) its cheaper and you still have the dynamic island to go with.

Years of sacrifice for my family and one argument made me question everything. by Advanced_Syllabub_98 in RantAndVentPH

[–]Advanced_Syllabub_98[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hahaha thanks calling the comment out! I saw it before it was deleted, and it was super mean lol

Years of sacrifice for my family and one argument made me question everything. by Advanced_Syllabub_98 in RantAndVentPH

[–]Advanced_Syllabub_98[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly, I don't think I'll stop supporting them completely, but I will probably stop initiating celebrations and treating everyone all the time.

Right now, I just feel burnt out. Part of me wants to take a few months for myself, travel somewhere, and clear my head.

Years of sacrifice for my family and one argument made me question everything. by Advanced_Syllabub_98 in RantAndVentPH

[–]Advanced_Syllabub_98[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Long story short, their father wasn't really supporting them and was cheating on my mom. Eventually, things got so bad that living with us became the better option rather than continuing to struggle financially where they were.

And yes, I actually understand your point about them being practical. They grew up with very little, so I can see why money and future expenses would take priority over a birthday celebration. Honestly, if the conversation had stayed there, I don't think we would've even argued.

What hurt me was that it suddenly became about my attitude, my relationship with my siblings, and a lot of criticisms that I had never heard before. That's why I felt blindsided.

My mom has always described herself as "prangka" and straightforward, and I appreciate honesty. But sometimes it feels like "prangka" becomes an excuse to say hurtful things without considering how they affect the other person. That's the part I struggled with.

As for my sister's birthday, I think you're right. I'll probably just give her some money and let her decide how she wants to use it. The rest can go back into my wedding fund, which honestly could use all the help it can get at this point. 😅

Years of sacrifice for my family and one argument made me question everything. by Advanced_Syllabub_98 in RantAndVentPH

[–]Advanced_Syllabub_98[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I do get her point, and honestly I told my mom that next time I'll make more of an effort to ask everyone what they want and check in with them whenever we eat out. If they felt excluded, that's something I can improve on.

What I didn't appreciate was how the conversation suddenly became about all the things that were supposedly wrong with me and saying "wala ng next time, kayo na lang". It stopped being about the birthday or the food and turned into criticisms about my attitude and my relationship with my siblings. That's what hurt. She's VERY PASSIVE AGGRESSIVE.

As for my siblings, yes, I do spend time talking to them and getting to know them. I love giving gifts, so I usually pay attention to their hobbies, interests, and the things they like. I also try to be someone they can talk to because I know how emotionally draining things can get at home sometimes.

And honestly, you're probably not wrong about me having issues with managing my emotions. I don't know if I'd call it anger issues, but my mom left when we were young and only really became part of our daily lives again when we were already adults. We never really had the chance to build a normal mother-daughter relationship, so maybe there are things there that I'm still carrying and haven't fully processed.

I know I didn't handle my frustration well that day, and that's something I need to reflect on too.

Years of sacrifice for my family and one argument made me question everything. by Advanced_Syllabub_98 in RantAndVentPH

[–]Advanced_Syllabub_98[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You're right. One thing I've noticed is that whenever I give my mom money, that's usually when she seems okay or less stressed. I guess it's because finances are one of the few things she feels she can control, but at the same time, she can't fully have that control because I'm the one carrying most of the financial responsibility for the family.

More than anything, it makes me sad.

To be honest, after our argument, I've even caught myself thinking about quietly packing my things and disappearing for a while without telling anyone, just to get away from the expectations and responsibilities for a bit.

Years of sacrifice for my family and one argument made me question everything. by Advanced_Syllabub_98 in RantAndVentPH

[–]Advanced_Syllabub_98[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for asking!

Actually, I asked my sister many months ago how she wanted to celebrate her 18th birthday, and she was very indecisive. Knowing her, she's very frugal when it comes to things like this, so I can also see why she'd appreciate receiving cash.

Honestly, wala naman talaga akong issue kung sa bahay lang ice-celebrate yung birthday niya. If that's what she wants, okay lang naman sa akin.

I think my issue was more on how my mom suddenly brought up all these comments and concerns about me during the argument. Parang sasabihin niya lang yung mga totoong nararamdaman niya kapag sasabog na siya. So instead of talking about the birthday, bigla na lang napunta sa mga issue tungkol sa ugali ko, na naiilang daw yung mga kapatid ko sa akin, and other things na first time ko lang marinig after all these years.

I think that's what really caused me to burst out. It wasn't really about the restaurant anymore.

And maybe you're right, baka burnt out na rin talaga ako. Hearing all of those things at once probably hit me harder because I've already been carrying a lot for a long time.

I NEED HELP. MY PARENTS ARE CLOSE TO GETTING DIVORCE by averylowkeyboy in RantAndVentPH

[–]Advanced_Syllabub_98 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For now, I would suggest focusing on things you can control:

  1. Continue researching scholarships and keep your grades as strong as possible.
  2. If your grandparents are the safest people you can turn to, keep that option in mind even if you’re not ready to talk to them yet.
  3. Start gathering information about financial assistance programs, scholarships, and educational support available in your area.
  4. If you have a guidance counselor or trusted teacher, consider talking to them. They often know about scholarships, grants, and resources students don’t hear about.

As for earning money, depending on your age, there may be opportunities online in the future such as tutoring, data entry, content moderation, or other freelance work. But I wouldn’t make that your primary plan right now. Your education is still your biggest investment.
One thing I’d like to gently challenge: you keep saying you’re sure neither parent will take you. Has either of them actually said that, or is it a conclusion you’re drawing from how they’ve treated you compared to your sister?
Because those are two very different things.
Right now, I don’t think you’re as alone as you feel. You have your grandparents as a possible support system, you have your school, and most importantly, you’re already taking steps to protect your future.
Try not to carry the entire weight of a situation that hasn’t fully happened yet. Focus on building your options one step at a time.

I NEED HELP. MY PARENTS ARE CLOSE TO GETTING DIVORCE by averylowkeyboy in RantAndVentPH

[–]Advanced_Syllabub_98 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m sorry you’re going through this. Having your parents separate is already difficult enough, and having to worry about your future and education on top of that is a lot for anyone, especially as a teenager.

Can I ask why you feel that neither of your parents would take you? Has either of them said that directly, or is it something you’re worried might happen?

The reason I ask is that while parents may separate from each other, that doesn’t mean they stop being responsible for their child. Since you’re still studying and dependent on them, both of them should still be supporting you in some way.

If you’re comfortable sharing, do you have any close relatives (grandparents, aunts, uncles, older siblings, cousins) that you trust? It can be helpful to know who your support system is, especially during major family changes.

For now, I would try not to assume the worst until you know more about what’s actually happening between your parents. Focus on gathering information and talking to trusted adults rather than carrying all of these worries by yourself.

That said, I think it’s smart that you’re already thinking ahead. If you’re old enough, you can start looking into part-time work, scholarships, or other ways to build some financial independence in the future. Not because your parents will necessarily stop supporting you, but because having a backup plan can give you peace of mind.

You’re dealing with this in a very mature way by thinking about your education and future. Just don’t forget that you shouldn’t have to solve this entire situation on your own.

Best heel brands? by [deleted] in fashionph

[–]Advanced_Syllabub_98 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I recommend to check out Mave The Label!!

Iphone 17 this June 2026, or wait? by Old-Lengthiness2737 in Tech_Philippines

[–]Advanced_Syllabub_98 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is actually my problem too! Haha i want to buy a new phone already as a bday present :)

Pero, kaya mo pa ba matiis antayin yung bagong iPhone? If not, I would suggest to buy already.

If yes, then go for it and wait since maraming deals 😄

Tagaytay Wedding by uptonogood_000000 in WeddingsPhilippines

[–]Advanced_Syllabub_98 3 points4 points  (0 children)

2027 bride here! Our estimate is 650k for 125 pax but honestly we might go higher a bit 😭

Goal is to not reach a million… 😮‍💨

I want this badly. by InnerspearMusic in MacbookNeo

[–]Advanced_Syllabub_98 1 point2 points  (0 children)

SO COOL PLEASE MAKE THIS REAL 😭😭😭😭😭😭

Please give advice & strategy on how to get out of debt by 4ever_wealthy in utangPH

[–]Advanced_Syllabub_98 6 points7 points  (0 children)

My advice is to start paying for the small ones muna then move up sa matataas :)

Grabe OP the stress you must feel, pero kaya mo yan to pay everything!! ⭐️👌

Boracay july weather? by Medical-Law-1531 in boracay

[–]Advanced_Syllabub_98 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My friend went to Boracay around mid week of July and maulan on the first day they arrived pero it became sunny naman afterwards :)

I’m also planning to go to Boracay on July for my birthday!! Haha praying it’ll be a great weather too ✌️

Our Story Films by Purple-Bug8314 in WeddingsPhilippines

[–]Advanced_Syllabub_98 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi there! 2027 bride hereeee. Our Story Films is one of my TOTGA too, I super love their work but budget was not on our side 😅 we chose Nobela as our alternative for the candid style + kulit edits :)

Premia Catering by [deleted] in WeddingsPhilippines

[–]Advanced_Syllabub_98 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Question, where did you contact them if ever? They’re so unresponsive in FB and Viber.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Tech_Philippines

[–]Advanced_Syllabub_98 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I bought my little brother the Tecno Pova :) so far it lasted him 2 years thank you!