Ah shit – here we go again

May has arrived, and I find myself realizing that I missed Star Wars Day and Cinco de Mayo due to the peculiar season we’re currently in: the Philippine Elections. Election day is just a few days away, following right after Mother’s Day.

To be honest, as an introvert with a tendency towards passive-aggressive behavior, this is one of the most stressful experiences I’ve encountered in my lifetime. It rivals the anxiety I would feel if I were pursuing a life-altering career or undergoing significant life events, such as pregnancy or relocating to another country permanently.

As 2022 began, the tension was already palpable, but it escalated even further as the candidates had only a month left to campaign, particularly on social media platforms. Despite my best efforts to avoid propaganda websites, Facebook, and Twitter, I still find myself being lured back into the chaotic political landscape.