Hi, Hope: A Unique Gallery that Revitalizes the Lost Feeling of HOPE

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MentalHealthPH is a non-stock and not-for-profit mental health organization that aims to create safe spaces in the Philippines where mental health is valued, promoted, and protected. They have been investing in increasing awareness about people’s struggles with mental ill-health, empowering members to support themselves and others, and collaborating with various sectors towards sustainable solutions.

On their 8th year, they aim to cultivate hope as a powerful antidote to despair, offering a lifeline to struggling people. In partnership with Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf, Ad Hoc Marketing, and Pool Party Creatives, they bring you “Hi, Hope!” an on-ground event that will revitalize that lost feeling of hope through the five stations that cater to each human sense.


👀 Gallery of Hope: Visual symbols of hope from survivors of suicide.
👂 Stories of Hope: Spoken word artistry sharing slivers of hope.
🤗 Free Hug Station: Offering comfort through embraces.
🍪 Affirmation Cookies: Words of hope baked into every bite.
🌸 Aromatherapy Area: Relax and reflect with soothing scents.

Mastering the Games: Tips and Tricks for Instant Wins at 1xBet Casino

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1xBet is a reputable betting platform that has been in the industry for about a decade. With their wealth of experience, they have assembled the best casino games to keep punters engaged. These pastimes include slots, table games, and lottery shows. To benefit from these games, you need to know a few helpful tips. Read on!

Learn about the different betting strategies

Different casino games have various strategies that can increase your chances of winning. In Blackjack, the rules of engagement, the dealer’s card, and the number of decks of cards usually determine the optimal technique.

Some experienced punters have created Blackjack strategy charts for newbies. For example, when the dealer’s up card is Ace, 9, or 10, you have to hit an Ace-7. For an online slot, you should get yourself familiar with the mechanics of the game by practicing in demo mode. Find out the volatility level and Return-To-Player (RTP) for the game.

A game with an RTP of 96% and above is good. In low-volatility games, you can win small payouts regularly. In high-volatility games, you will get large payouts less frequently. In slot games, you also need to take advantage of the free spins and 1xBet casino bonus packages. Take note of the terms and conditions that apply.

Understand how odds work

The fact might come as a surprise. But some people don't understand how betting odds work. If you belong to this category of people, this is the time to learn. The three types of odds are moneyline (American) odds, European (decimal) odds, and British (fractional) odds.

Decimal odds display the profit that a punter will win for every $1 bet. If the odds are 4.00 if a particular team wins, you will win $4 for every $1 wagered. Fractional odds depict the ratio of the potential profit to a punter's stake. An example is 8/1 (eight-to-one).

It means that a punter will receive $8 for every $1 wagered. Money line odds are usually associated with a sign. Underdogs have a positive (+) sign in front of their odds while favorites usually have a negative sign (-) accompanying their odds. These are the basic principles of how odds work. Keep in mind that there is more to learn.

Don’t go beyond your allocated budget

Use your bankroll wisely when gambling. Also, don’t lay all your money on the table, because you will need money to be used for other reasons. Then, define a particular weekly sustainable limit to gambling.

On the day that you’re on the winning edge, try to cling to it. Never try to get back the money you lost yesterday while betting. 1xBet aims at keeping its clients within reasonable limits.

This platform is the perfect source of help for those who may be experiencing the problems associated with pathological gambling. Self-preclusion is a prominent measure that can be applied in order to enjoy a few weeks break. They also have some recommendations such as:

● Avoid betting while drinking alcohol.

● Don’t use gambling as your main way of making money.

● Place the necessary boundaries on your betting sessions.

Take advantage of bonuses and promotions

1xBet has a lot of promos and financial incentives that cut across every type of game on its platform.

One such package is the welcome package. This bonus is available for anyone who signs up. When you become a regular punter, you will be able to benefit from the cashback program, first deposit bonus, promo codes, and loyalty program.

A classic bonus from 1xBet is the birthday bonus that rewards you with a special promo code that can serve as a free bet. Another offer is the goalless football promo in which you win a prize when the first half of a game ends 0-0. These offers will boost your earnings. Ensure that you read the terms and conditions associated with the bonuses.

Join a community of professional punters

Get in contact with more experienced bettors. They have gone ahead of you and made a series of mistakes. By taking advice from them, you can avoid falling into the same pitfalls. Check video streaming platforms such as Twitch and YouTube to find screen recordings of how to find your way on 1xBet.

Also, look for blogs and podcasts from more experienced players. You can also search for online communities for punters on platforms such as Telegram and Discord. That way, you will receive the latest updates and learn new betting strategies.

Final thoughts

All the tips above will go a long way to help you. Learn the types of bets and the necessary strategies.

Keep yourself up to date with the new games, bonuses, and promotions. Remember that gambling is simply a pastime. It’s not a means of livelihood or a serious source of income. The important thing is to have fun.

Instituto Cervantes’ Día del Libro: Celebrating the Passion for Books at Ayala Triangle

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In anticipation of the World Book Day, on Saturday April 20, 2024, from 9 am to 11 pm, Instituto Cervantes de Manila, the Embassy of Spain, Ayala Land and Make it Makati invite visitors to the Ayala Triangle Gardens to Día del Libro, an exciting jam-packed day with a variety of activities that promote the joy of reading.

From fiction to non-fiction, poetry to prose, thousands of books will be up for grabs around Instituto Cervantes’ premises in Ayala Triangle. Día del Libro will feature Manila’s top bookstores and publishing houses that will be selling a wide array of books at a 20% discount. Following the tradition in Spain, each book purchase will come with a free rose. Apart from the book market, visitors to the Día del Libro will get to join poetry recitals, free Spanish classes, book presentations, street art, games, exhibits, storytelling sessions, Spanish food, as well as fun activities for the children.

First introduced in Manila by Instituto Cervantes in 2006, the tradition of Día del Libro began in Barcelona, Spain. To the present, the tradition is commemorated on St. George’s Day (23 April), during which Spanish people exchange roses and books. This date also honors two of history’s greatest writers – Miguel de Cervantes and William Shakespeare – who coincidentally died on the very same day, April 23, 1616. These significant incidents prompted the UNESCO to declare April 23 as “World Book and Copyright Day” to instill the love of reading among the youth and to promote respect for the rights of authors over their works. April is also the birth month of the classic Filipino poet Francisco Balagtas, and to honor him the National Commission for Culture and the Arts declared April as National Literature Month.

Among the activities of Día del Libro 2024, the inauguration of the WTA Open Library stands out. Thanks to the collaboration between the WTA Architecture and Design Studio, Ayala Land, and Instituto Cervantes, this charming library will revive at Ayala Triangle Gardens a highly successful cultural project --a space where books are exchanged altruistically.

Another of the highlights enriching Ayala Triangle during Día del Libro will be the Paseo de la Poesía, a street adorned with Filipino, Spanish, and Latin American poems. More than one hundred authors will be sharing their poems, creating a rich tapestry of literary expression.

For those who want to develop their artistic skills, Instituto Cervantes has prepared the drawing workshop Dibujo Makati, conducted by the Spanish leading illustrator Enrique Flores. Free registration here on a first como, first served basis: https://forms.gle/BLpf6NTgwtHRAZSk8

In this edition, to commemorate the Day of Miguel de Cervantes, Instituto Cervantes is challenging visitors to join a Quixotic attempt: to handwrite Don Quixote de La Mancha. The final hand-written book will be deposited in the Library of Instituto Cervantes. People interested in taking part in the writing of Don Quijote can register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeGxqy5pZokkWJt9MnopdyJhomQCC5cuMUNCl8dRzBLXZQ2zg/viewform, or join on the same day with no prior registration. Participants in the handwriting chain will receive a rose.

Through the 3rd Recital of Filhispanic Poetry, Instituto Cervantes is inviting poetry lovers to recite verses written in Spanish by Filipino poets. All the recorded recitations will be compiled in a video that will be posted in Instituto Cervantes Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/InstitutoCervantesManila at the end of April 2024. Interested poetry aficionados can register here: https://forms.gle/2GDuK9o1TLE7zfMU7

Thanks to the collaboration of publishing houses, visitors will have the opportunity to meet authors who will be signing their works. Book lovers will also have the chance to attend book presentations organized by some publishers. Please check program schedule at https://cultura.cervantes.es/manila/en/d%c3%ada-del-libro-2024/166509

As one of the perks of Día del Libro, Instituto Cervantes will offer free Spanish classes, and a free access to AVE, Instituto Cervantes’ self-learning platform, for those enrolling on 20 April.

And to cap it off, Instituto Cervantes will close Día del Libro 2024 with a live concert by two leading Filipino rock bands, from 8:00pm.

Whether you're a lifelong reader or just discovering the joy of books, World Book Day 2024 at the Instituto Cervantes de Manila is a day to celebrate the power of words to connect us with each other and to the world around us. Join Día del Libro at Ayala Triangle and experience a jam-packed evening of excitement. And for this year’s celebration, Instituto Cervantes will be giving out hundreds of books – for FREE!

Día del Libro 2024 is organized by Instituto Cervantes de Manila, in collaboration with the Embassy of Spain in the Philippines, AECID, Ayala Land, Make it Makati, and the embassies of Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Mexico, Panama and Venezuela, Harper Collins Ibérica, WTA Architecture and Design Studio, and the Spanish Chamber of Commerce in the Philippines. Among the participating publishing houses and bookstores are Ateneo University Press, Vibal Publishing, FEU Publishing House, Milflores, Anvil, Ortigas Foundation, Biblio, Everything’s Fine, Kahel Press, Tawid, and Gachapress.

Admission to all Día del libro activities is FREE on a FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED basis. For more information about Instituto Cervantes de Manila’s Book Day 2024, visit the pages https://cultura.cervantes.es/manila/en/d%c3%ada-del-libro-2024/166509 or www.facebook.com/InstitutoCervantesManila.

For further information about the cultural program of Instituto Cervantes de Manila, please visit their website (https://manila.cervantes.es), or follow Instituto Cervantes on the following social media pages: (Facebook: InstitutoCervantesManila; Instagram: institutocervantesmanila).