Light in the Darkness

As an OFW in Hong Kong, living away from my family has been a difficult yet life-changing experience. Art has become my refuge, a way to express my emotions and experiences. One of my most significant works, “Light in the Darkness,” represents my strength and personal growth. This artwork portrays two women: an abstract figure representing the challenges and emotions that have shaped me, and a forward-facing figure symbolizing resilience and hope. The lines and colors reflect life’s complexity, showing how struggles can create beauty and meaning. Throughout this journey, I’ve learned to see challenges as opportunities for growth. Staying positive has been crucial, reminding me that difficulties are temporary and have a purpose. Taking care of mental health and managing emotions is essential—acknowledging feelings, accepting reality, and focusing on self-care bring strength and clarity. “Light in the Darkness” is more than just an artwork; it’s a testament to the power of overcoming hardships. It reminds us to keep going, see failures as lessons, and always value self-love. Through my art, I continue to discover hope and light, even in the darkest times of life.

Bilang isang OFW dito sa Hongkong alam natin na hindi madali na makipagsapalaran dito sa ibang bansa. Bilang isang Ofw Isa sa bagay na nakatulong sa akin ay ang pagguguhit ko. Lahat ng emosyon na nararamdaman ko dito ko nailalabas, kaya nagdrawing ako at pinamagatan ” Light in the Darkness”. Tungkol ito sa sarili ko na kahit gaano man kadilim ang ang madadaanan ko sa aking paglalakbay ay hindi ako susuko. Nagdrawing ako ng dalawang babae na nahahalintulad ko sa aking sarili. Ang abstract na babae ay nagsisimbolo sa ibat- ibang uri ng pagsubok at emosyon na naranasan ko, at dito ako nahubog, namulat at naggrow bilang isang indibidwal na tao. Ang bawat linya at kulay ay lalong nagpapatingkad sa aking buhay. Ang isang babaeng nakaharap ay nagsisimbolo ng liwanag at pagiging matatag. Kailangan lang na tulongan, turuan at matuto ang sarili pano ito ihandle na walang takot. Kasi lahat ng nangyayari sa ating buhay ay hindi permanente at lilipas din. Ang pagiging positibo na pag-iisip ay malaking tulong para hindi tayo masadlak sa kabiguan. Lahat ng nangyayari sa ating buhay ay may rason at hindi man natin makikita ang kasagutan sa ngayon pero balang araw mauunawaan natin kung bakit nangyari. Tandaan lang na habang nabubuhay tayo ay huwag mawalan ng pag-asa.