In a candid and heartfelt interview on broadcast journalist Karen Davila’s vlog series, Maxene Magalona shared her most detailed look yet into her journey of self-discovery, mental health, and the healing that eventually brought her closer to her family. Known for stepping back from mainstream showbiz to focus on holistic wellness, the actress revealed how taking a “healthy distance” from her loved ones was essential to her recovery from Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD).
Magalona shared that the space allowed her and her family to heal individually before reconnecting with renewed understanding. “When we were not together, I was actually praying for her. And she said she was doing the same for me,” she said, reflecting on the reconciliation that followed her inner work.
Now living independently, Magalona emphasized that her wellness practices — including meditation, mindful eating, and intentional living — form the foundation of her self-love journey. She highlighted the importance of preparing her own meals, calling cooking both therapeutic and grounding. Keeping this habit sustainable, she shared, has been made easier through GrabMart. “May connection ang eating with mental health… everything is connected. I order my groceries through GrabMart — sobrang convenient, lalo na when I’m busy,” she said.
During the vlog, Magalona and Davila also put GrabMart’s Same Same campaign to the test, visiting a physical grocery store to confirm that prices on the app match shelf prices exactly. Through partnerships with SM and Robinsons Supermarkets, Grab ensures accurate pricing and maintains freshness through trained in-store pickers.
With the holidays approaching, Magalona noted how GrabMart — now offering Saver Delivery for as low as ₱49 — helps lighten her mental load. “When it comes to your mental health, it’s about asking help. Para mabawasan ang to-do list mo, nandiyan si GrabMart.”
As festivities near, Magalona encourages Filipinos — whether solo dwellers or families — to live mindfully, spend smart, and welcome the season with ease through partners like GrabMart.
