RISE Tayo
RISE Tayo: Stories of Filipino Resilience and Calling is a faith-rooted podcast that celebrates the courage, grit, and grace of Filipino immigrants chasing their God-given purpose. Hosted by Blanche DiDomenico, a proud Filipino-American nurse, life coach, and faith-based encourager, this show features heartfelt stories of kababayans who rose from humble beginnings, overcame cultural challenges, and stepped into their calling.
Whether you’re navigating life in a new land, overcoming adversity, or still discovering your purpose, these inspiring testimonies will remind you: You are not alone, and you were born to rise.
Join us every week as we share real stories, powerful reflections, and transformational conversations grounded in faith, Filipino culture, and the RISE framework—Resilience, Impact, Service, and Empowerment.
RISE Tayo
When We Break Down, We Go Back to God Our Maker | Mental Health Talk & Faith for Filipinos
⚠️ Sensitive Content: This episode discusses suicide, depression, and anxiety. Please listen with care. If you or someone you know is struggling, reach out for help:
📞 Philippines: NCMH Crisis Hotline (1553) or 0966-351-4518 / 0908-639-2672
📞 U.S.: Call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
🌐 International: findahelpline.com
After the heartbreaking passing of young Filipina influencer Emman Atienza, Coach Blanche DiDomenico opens a raw and faith-filled conversation about mental health, faith, and hope in God.
In this episode of Rise Tayo, she shares her own story of growing up under abuse, battling perfectionism, and nearly giving up at 14—but God intervened. Today, she testifies that when we break down, we can go back to our Maker, the One who heals, restores, and redeems.
This episode is a reminder that you are not alone. The enemy—the father of lies—wants you isolated and hopeless, but Jesus brings truth, light, and freedom.
🕊️ Bible Verses Shared:
• Isaiah 61:1–3 — “He has sent Me to heal the brokenhearted…”
• Psalm 34:18 — “The LORD is close to the brokenhearted…”
• Psalm 139:13–14 — “You formed my inward parts…”
🧡 Message to Parents:
Be vigilant and present. Keep open, transparent conversations with your children. Shield them from the dangers of social media, and fill your homes with truth, prayer, and love.
🙏 The episode ends with a heartfelt prayer for healing and hope, inviting every listener to surrender their pain to Jesus and remember that you are never alone.
✝️ You’re an Overcomer. Don’t quit. Don’t give in.
✝️ Key Message:
When we break down, we go back to God our Maker—because only He can restore what’s broken.
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