Jah

Jah resource speaker/multimedia art instructor/graphic designer

I long for that simple kind of life again—riding a bike with a friend, laughing at nothing, racing against the wind. Eve...
04/11/2025

I long for that simple kind of life again—
riding a bike with a friend, laughing at nothing, racing against the wind. Even after a long, tiring day, we never really felt tired. Maybe it was the joy, or maybe it was how light life felt back then.

No worries, no deadlines, no noise—just the sound of wheels on the road and the feeling that everything was enough. I miss that simplicity, the kind that made exhaustion feel like peace.

Life was so simple then, and somehow, that made it beautiful.

—Jah
Photo: Art by Jeyzee

Hello, just a quick update about my life. It's been a really while since the last time I posted here (I'm sorry). How ar...
19/05/2025

Hello, just a quick update about my life. It's been a really while since the last time I posted here (I'm sorry). How are you? I hope you are doing great.

It's amazing how I love my life these past few months. Of course there was an up and down -- a whole roller coaster ride of emotion and events, but I am still grateful for what I have become.

Today is the final weeks of my academic journey as a sophomore, it hasn't been any better lols. (Please pray for me haha)

I guess we were be seeing each other very very soon, till then, it's a goodbye for now! Tia~

- Jah
art by: Kanade Orihara

You always talk about how my doors are closed, but it was yours that were never opened.It’s easy to point fingers, to sa...
03/09/2024

You always talk about how my doors are closed, but it was yours that were never opened.

It’s easy to point fingers, to say that I’m the one shutting everyone out. But the truth is, I’ve been waiting, hoping you’d let me in. You saw my walls, but never noticed the locked doors you kept behind yours. You wanted me to be open, yet you were never willing to do the same.

I’ve realized now that it wasn’t about me not letting you in—it was about you never giving me the chance.

—Jah

To the person behind this account, Happy Birthday! May your day be filled with joy, laughter, and all the things you lov...
29/08/2024

To the person behind this account, Happy Birthday! May your day be filled with joy, laughter, and all the things you love. Here’s to a year ahead full of new adventures and wonderful moments. Celebrate and enjoy every bit of it!

It’s funny to think that we were once kids full of dreams, but now we’re barely knowing where we’re going.Back then, eve...
27/08/2024

It’s funny to think that we were once kids full of dreams, but now we’re barely knowing where we’re going.

Back then, everything seemed possible. The world was big, and our dreams were even bigger. We had no idea how we’d get there, but that didn’t matter. We believed in the future without question. Now, it’s different. The dreams are still there, but the path isn’t as clear as it once seemed.

It’s strange how life shifts—how we go from confident kids with endless possibilities to adults still figuring it all out. But maybe that’s okay. Maybe it’s a reminder that the journey is ongoing and that it’s okay not to have all the answers.

We’re still moving forward, even if we don’t always know where we’re headed.

—Jah
Artwork: iStock

I’ve accomplished things I once thought were impossible.I’ve reached milestones that my past self could only dream of. B...
27/08/2024

I’ve accomplished things I once thought were impossible.

I’ve reached milestones that my past self could only dream of. But somehow, the happiness I expected never followed. I thought that success would bring fulfillment, that achieving those goals would finally make me feel complete.

Yet, here I am, still searching for that feeling. It’s strange—having what I once wanted but not feeling the joy I thought would come with it. Maybe it’s because I was so focused on the destination that I lost sight of why I started in the first place.

I’ve realized that achievement alone doesn’t guarantee happiness. It’s not just about what you achieve, but how you feel along the way. And somehow, that’s the lesson I wasn’t expecting.

—Jah

Appreciate those friends who filled your table when your plates were empty.There were times when I had little to offer, ...
26/08/2024

Appreciate those friends who filled your table when your plates were empty.

There were times when I had little to offer, moments when life felt scarce. But it was in those moments that true friends showed up—bringing more than just food, but warmth, support, and understanding. They didn’t just share what they had; they filled the empty spaces in my life.

It’s easy to be surrounded by people when everything’s going well, but the ones who stand by you when you’re at your lowest are the ones who matter most. They saw my need and gave without hesitation, reminding me that I wasn’t alone.

Cherish those friends who give, not because they expect something in return, but because they genuinely care. They’re the ones who make the tough times bearable and the good times even sweeter.

—Jah

I used to bend over backward to keep everyone happy.I used to change little things about myself, thinking it would make ...
26/08/2024

I used to bend over backward to keep everyone happy.

I used to change little things about myself, thinking it would make people like me more. But I’ve realized that trying to please everyone just leaves you empty. I no longer shape myself to fit others’ expectations. I used to believe that being liked was the goal, until I understood that it comes at the cost of my own identity.

Now, I’ve stopped being a people pleaser. I’ve learned that you should never change who you are just to gain approval. The right people will like you for you, without the need for you to bend.

I’ve found peace in being myself, and somehow, it feels like freedom.

—Jah

I used to share everything with the world.I used to think that happiness was meant to be displayed, but now I’ve learned...
20/08/2024

I used to share everything with the world.

I used to think that happiness was meant to be displayed, but now I’ve learned that some things are better kept quiet. I no longer feel the need to broadcast my joy. I used to believe in sharing every moment, until I realized that what people don’t know, they can’t ruin.

Now, I find peace in keeping my happiness to myself. Let’s be happy in private, away from prying eyes and unnecessary opinions. It’s safer that way—stronger, too. Not everything needs an audience.

I guess I’ve discovered the strength in silence, and somehow, it feels right.

—Jah
Artwork: uhdpaper

I used to know exactly where I was going.I used to move with confidence, but now the path isn’t always clear. I no longe...
17/08/2024

I used to know exactly where I was going.

I used to move with confidence, but now the path isn’t always clear. I no longer rush into decisions or pretend to have it all figured out. I used to trust every step, until I realized that uncertainty is a part of the journey.

I’ve learned to be okay with the unknown. I take each day as it comes, even when the direction isn’t obvious. You see, I discovered that it’s not about seeing the whole road ahead. It’s about trusting that each step forward, no matter how unsure, is still progress. Most people might not understand, but that’s okay. This path is mine to walk.

I guess I’ve found peace in the uncertainty, and somehow, it feels right.

—Jah
Artwork: pxfuel

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