at home in Manila,
at home with yourself

Presented by Menarco Tower

A three-hour exploration of what it means to be at home. Whether you want to feel more comfortable about living in this new-to-you city or whether you want to explore more, do more and be more in Manila, this workshop is for you.

Does this sound like you?

I just moved to Manila! I’m so overwhelmed.

This is the craziest city I’ve ever lived in.

How can I feel comfortable here?

I want to make friends.

I want to discover fascinating places

to go to and stuff to do (that's not in the mall).

How do I do that?

I've lived here for years.

I know there's more to Manila than

the five-mile radius I'm familiar with.

I want to do more and thrive in this city.

How do I get started?

This is my home now

but it still feels so strange for me

and my family. How can I feel more

at home wherever I am?

You're not alone.

We know. Manila can be overwhelming, chaotic, confusing, and strange.

But it can also be fun, fascinating, and—dare we say it?—a joy to live in.

Welcome to At Home in Manila, At Home with Yourself.

Whether you’re new to the Philippines or have been living here for years, this workshop will give you a new perspective by looking at the city through the concept of place attachment, getting actionable tips on creating a home, discovering fascinating things to do and living a full life from Amber Folkman, an expat mom who’s been living in Manila for the last nine years.

At Home in Manila, At Home with Yourself will make this new city feel less strange.

Life coach Aurora M. Suarez will guide you to honor your feelings about your new home while helping you envision (and act on) creating a beautiful life in Manila (or whatever city you may find yourself living in the future).

At Home in Manila, At Home with Yourself will help you thrive and not just survive.

Through fun activities (a city walk is included!), the opportunity to make new friends and the discovery that you’re not alone, this workshop will open your eyes and heart, expand your horizons and help you take action to make this new home less strange, more comfortable, less overwhelming, more joyful.

At Home in Manila, At Home with Yourself will make you say,

“Home isn’t a place. It’s a feeling.”

And you will add, “I’m grateful to be here.”

What you'll get

Actionable tips to make yourself feel at home and make Manila your home
Introspection into what home means and your vision for this season of your life in this part of the world
Writing and other fun creative exercises to understand what you're going through and find a better way of being in the world
A joyful and compassionate space filled with women just like you
Snacks and a workbook
An awesome bag of goodies
Hopefully, new friends!

"Life takes us to unexpected places... love brings us home."

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More details

When: ~~October 24, 9 a.m. to 12 noon~~

Where: Menarco Tower, 32nd street, BGC (We will send you the actual address when you sign up.)

Reminder: Don’t forget to slather on some sunblock as we will be leaving the building for a city walk!

The fee: P5,000 per person

Who we are

Amber folkman

Amber Folkman is a California native who spent her university years in Hawaii, lived in Seattle and relocated in 2009 to Manila for her husband's job in the BPO industry. She is a mom to three crazy boys who they refer to as #3PinoyBoys as life in the Philippines is all they know. She talks about her life abroad and her love for the Philippines and spreads positivity through her blog amommabroad.com.

aurora M. Suarez

Aurora M. Suarez is a certified Courageous Living life and career coach, writer and speaker. She helps women get the clarity to discover what they truly want, make courageous choices and take powerful action to change their lives. She invites women to craft a life they love. You can find out more about her on auroramsuarez.com.

I want to feel at home!

If you're ready to discover a fresh perspective, understand what home means to you, make new friends and spend a fun morning with women just like you, click the BOOK YOUR SLOT button below.

You can pay via Paypal or your credit or debit cards. If you don't have a Paypal account, please click on the light grey button that says "Pay with a Bank Account or Credit Card". Enter your credit card data and click "Pay Now."

The fee: PHP5,000

Frequently Asked Questions

when does
enrollment close?

As soon as we fill up all 10 slots so the sooner you sign up, the better.

I don't have paypal.
Is there another way
to pay?

You don’t need a PayPal account to enroll. After clicking the Buy Now button, click on the light grey button that says “Pay with a Bank Account or Credit Card.”