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I Ended Up in the Metaverse
Five years ago, I never imagined I’d be immersed in blockchain and writing about the metaverse. Yet here I am, loving every learning curve. From working remotely on crypto projects to planning month-long stays in other countries, here’s a peek into how my career and travel dreams are shaping up for 2022.

Izobelle
Nov 4, 20214 min read


Coping With a Sucker-Punched Dream
Not all heartbreak comes from love. Sometimes, it's the dream you almost touched slipping out of reach that hurts the most. This is my brutally honest reflection on dealing with disappointment and learning to move forward when life doesn’t go as planned.

Izobelle
Oct 6, 20212 min read


Starting Over a New Chapter
After leaving my writing job in crypto, I faced a tough month of partial unemployment, self-doubt, and fear of what’s next. Here’s how I navigated the anxiety, found a new role, and started getting my life back in order.

Izobelle
Sep 17, 20214 min read


That Little Life in Between
In just two months, two of my closest friends at work resigned, leaving me feeling lost and alone. From overwhelming workloads and unclear job titles to bittersweet life updates like passport plans, fresh piercings, and an upcoming wedding, here's how I'm trying to keep it together through all these changes.

Izobelle
May 7, 20213 min read


Trying to Keep Up But Everything's Changing
April is shaping up to be bittersweet - from saying goodbye to my closest work friend, to planning a beach birthday for my dad in Moalboal, to crossing my fingers for a friend’s wedding. Here’s a slice of my life lately in Cebu.

Izobelle
Apr 7, 20212 min read


Finding Closure Is Easier Said Than Done
I never thought moving on would be this hard. Months after my breakup, I’m still stuck in the same cycle: talking to my ex, hoping for closure, and wondering if I’ll ever be okay. If you’ve ever struggled to let go, this is for you.

Izobelle
Mar 21, 20213 min read


February Was Wild
February was supposed to be chill until my work in crypto spiraled into chaos, our company made headlines, and I was stuck writing comms from 3 AM to 11 PM. Add in puppy heartbreak, resin crafts, and a single girl’s Valentine’s spent at the salon, and well... it was anything but ordinary.

Izobelle
Feb 25, 20214 min read


Just Another February
From hospital visits and pandemic fears to bittersweet puppy wags and dating app fails, here’s why my February isn’t looking so bright and how I’m coping through it all.

Izobelle
Jan 30, 20213 min read


We Thought We Had It All
Some songs hit too close to home. As Violet Wautier’s “I’d Do It Again” plays on repeat, I find myself unraveling, caught between family chaos, old heartbreaks, and the desperate need for peace. Here’s what it’s like to feel everything, all at once.

Izobelle
Jan 8, 20213 min read


Don't Get Stuck in Reverse
Letting go of the past is never easy, especially when it feels safer than the unknown. Here’s my honest journey through heartbreak, healing, and the hard-won lesson that you can’t move forward if you’re always looking back.

Izobelle
Jan 6, 20212 min read


Who Will Be There When I Leave?
I have a dilemma. Before that, here’s a little intro - I’m gonna skip the “bye 2020, hello 2021” part because I have enough of it by this...

Izobelle
Jan 3, 20215 min read


Launching Soon
I'll be opening my online shop soon and other life updates.

Izobelle
Dec 23, 20203 min read

I Am Izobelle
Writer of All Trades, Storyteller for Fun
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