#welcometothenow

[erwinvalencia]

MOMENTS AT THE MECCA…Are best shared with the truly appreciative.🏀 Being able to gift a unique experience to those I hold close to my ❤️ brings so much joy to my life. Thank you to @mynameisvasavi @hotpinksunrise @katekiewel for truly SAVORING the moment. Witnessing you all be silly and have fun and “create content” brought a massive smile to my face and even a few chuckles. You ladies ROCK!🤟🏽 #DailyGratitude Today I’m grateful for these special memories that I get to share— moments so unforgettable that they’re engrained in the hearts and minds of those I share it with forever. I was raised to care for people in the most genuine of ways, with no agenda or malice. I take this value with me everywhere I go, even though sometimes I forget care for myself first (BUT I’m getting better at that!)😬 I have found that among its other benefits, GIVING liberates the soul of the giver.— Maya Angelou … #give #gift #love #memories #moment #friends #family #nba #basketball #msg #experience #soul #iamhere #beawitness #welcometothenow #gratitudegang #artofzest #ubebae #adayinthelife #filipino #pinoy #pride (at Madison Square Garden) https://www.instagram.com/p/CqV09CAuNuu/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[lamobileacu]

Create your world, your day, your Now #heavilymeditated #WelcomeToTheNow (at Heaven & Hell)

[erwinvalencia]

FELLAZ. It’s been a minute since I’ve seen my crew from @plymouthstate but honored for the continued support and connection that has now spanned two decades.☺️ #fbf to the days when we used to run the music scene in that little college up in the white mountains- most of us being DJs on and off the school radio 📻 (wish I had more old school pics— that would’ve been really fun to reminisce but this reunion pic last night would do!) Despite the distance and time apart, blessed to have a groups of buddies that will always keep you in their heart and mind. We all should be so lucky.🍀 … #friends #family #college #community #support #dj #music #newhampshire #plymouth #tbt #boston #newengland #iamhere #beawitness #welcometothenow #gratitudegang #artofzest #warrioroflife #ubebae #adaginthelife #erwin #erwinbvalencia (at Boston, Massachusetts) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cn7JsAKuVmW/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[erwinvalencia]

SPRING FLING. “Wherever you go, no matter what the weather, always bring your own sunshine.” - Anthony J. D'Angelo The weather hasn’t found it’s groove yet— it remains inconsistent not just here in NYC, but throughout the country.😏 The key to success in life despite the constant change is to make sure the consistency remains within. BE YOUR OWN SUNSHINE.☀️ #DailyGratitude Today I’m grateful for the ENERGY that comes from within me, available whenever I need it, to share with whomever I choose…including myself. No matter what that source is…honor it fully.🙏🏽 (📸: @simonabartiskova ) … #ny #weather #spring #energy #source #strength #inside #mindfulness #newyork #iamhere #beawitness #welcometothenow #gratitudegang #ubebae #artofzest #adayinthelife #filipino #erwin (at New York, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/CqN6_0vu2MQ/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[erwinvalencia]

LA HABANA. Drop a ❤️ below ⬇️ if you got love for 🇨🇺 #TBT to the many times I’ve been blessed to visit the beautiful island with even more beautiful people in the past couple of years. It’s been a place I’ve been fascinated about for many years of my life— the music, the dancing, the historical connection to the Philippines, and even Ernest Hemingway, all peeked my curiosity until I finally was able to go in at the start or 2019. Can’t believe it’s been more than 4 years since. #DailyGratitude Today I’m grateful for all the memories I’ve been gifted, as well as all the love I’ve received from the people of Cuba, where both my HEART and my SOUL found itself thriving.💜 Happiness in intelligent people is the rarest thing I know. — Ernest Hemingway … #cuba #havana #travel #visit #people #history #story #salsa #dance #music #rhumba #iamhere #beawitness #welcometothenow #gratitudegang #throwbackthursday #throwback #ubebae #adayinthelife (at Havana, Cuba) https://www.instagram.com/p/CqJCp7SvQE4/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[erwinvalencia]

“For me, success is not about the wins and losses. It’s about helping these young fellas be the best versions of themselves on and off the field.” — Ted Lasso ONE STEP CLOSER. A few years ago my buddy @academik said I needed to get on this show on @appletv about an American Football Coach who finds himself in England to manage a @premierleague football club ➡️ a show filled with positivity and GRATITUDE (with my name written all over it) ➡️ that show he was referring to was #TEDLASSO ⚽️ Fast forward to last night at @thegarden and a chance meeting that was sitting literally in front of me➡️ @toheeb.j @kolabokinni @brendanhunting #jasonsudeikis ☺️ We chatted meditation & mindfulness…with @toheeb.j telling me “Keep doing what you’re doing, it’s really important for athletes to know this”, and at one point Jason said, with a smile and a wink, “We’re going to touch upon your world a bit on episode three, so stay tuned.”😉 #DailyGratitude Today I’m grateful for more conscious and positive content finding its way to mainstream and social media, thanks to shows like Ted Lasso & of course, my guy @jayshetty 😇 A shift is finally happening➡️ where the gap between my ethereal world and my sports world is finally getting smaller…and I’m honored to witness it first hand.🙏🏽 Much love to @natlyphoto for capturing this moment for which I’ll never forget.📸 … #football #coach #tv #media #consciousness #mentalhealth #meditation #mindfulness #purpose #change #shift #sports #iamhere #beawitness #welcometothenow #gratitudegang #ubebae #erwin #adayinthelife #blessed #pinoy (at Madison Square Garden) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cp-k-1fOe6O/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[erwinvalencia]

S’MORE THAN WORDS. Have you been to @1927smores ➡️ May be one of the best single offering dessert spots I’ve been to in a minute! #DailyGratitude Today I’m grateful to for the gift of TASTE— and the ability to use this gift as I travel through the world, being a full on FOODIE and all. Too many of us eat to just eat, and forget that we can maximize each and every experience we have with food by simply being more mindful (and grateful) about how we treat what’s in front of us.🍱 Make sure to ENJOY every moment of your next meal. Your life deserves it.☺️ REELS about the #foodie journey during an evening in Portland coming up so STAY TUNED!📲 … #food #portland #hipster #oregon #smores #dessert #yum #delicious #sugar #experience #mindfulness #pause #moment #iamhere #beawitness #welcometothenow #gratitudegang #artofzest #magic #filipino #ubebae #adayinthelife #erwin (at Portland, Oregon) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cpx3fFUvBBY/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[erwinvalencia]

AUTHENTICITY. Who are you when no one’s watching? Really ASK YOURSELF. #DailyGratitude Today I’m grateful for the exploration and evolution of self I’ve been through since I was younger. I’m thankful to have questioned many things, answered many, and questioned many again. Through these ups and downs in life I’ve been blessed to know who I am when no one’s around, secure in my being— mind+body+soul.🙏🏽 Shoutout to my @mindvalley fam for beautiful photo and to @itssarahjane for reminding me to reflect on the value of authenticity. … #authenticity #self #value #innerpeace #mindfulness #meditation #hypnosis #iamhere #beawitness #welcometothenow #gratitudegang #ubebae #adayinthelife #erwin (at Tallinn, Estonia) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpqJAZMuTmw/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[erwinvalencia]

CALI LOVE. Barely 8 hours in and the welcome party has already begun in #lalaland 💜 #DailyGratitude Today I’m grateful for friendships that have continued to thrive through time and space, friendships like that I have with @ezinma who I met at a fundraiser at a bowling alley in Brooklyn more than 5 years ago and like that I have with @shaneyappt who I’ve served as an older brother, mentor, and advisor to since day one while @grasshopperproj was just beginning. Seeing them both find success and happiness in the opposite side of the country serves as an inspiration to me and to many who wish to change locations, careers, or even passions as they evolve through life. Despite the rain that hovers over the City of Angels, it’s the PEOPLE (especially who my heart feels held by) that makes this place, and this time, special.🙏🏽 … #losangeles #california #friends #mentor #coach #brother #guide #family #adventure #morning #iamhere #beawitness #welcometothenow #gratitudegang #ubebae #adayinthelife #erwin https://www.instagram.com/p/CpoHLzvuVkn/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[erwinvalencia]

DOOR, OPEN. Drop a “🚪” below ⬇️ if you’ve ever had a door open after one closed. #DailyGratitude Today I’m grateful for the trust I’ve had in the universe to allow for magic to manifest at a time when we least expect it. THAT’S LIFE— when we’re living in the present.🙏🏽 Sending much love and gratitude to @katekiewel for being a gentle reminder of this and my guy @alexbanayan author of @thirddoorbook for permanently engraving this thought process in my mind.💜 … #door #open #close #persistence #another #around #choices #iamhere #beawitness #welcometothenow #gratitudegang #ubebae #artofzest #warrioroflife #adayinthelife #erwin (at Boston, Massachusetts) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpffiEDuGKY/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[erwinvalencia]

TRUE FRIEND. Dedicating today’s #DailyGratitude to @pallavisharda in celebration of her DAY of DAYS! #birthday There are a few people in the world that you have instant connection to upon first meeting, friendships that seem like they’ve been in existence for lifetimes— this is the case with my dearest Pallavi. She’s one of the few people that SEE me fully, I can immediately deep dive with, and one that I can make funny accents with and laugh for hours.🤣 To the kindred soul that is both artist and scientist (well, lawyer), HAPPY BIRTHDAY.🎂 … #friend #adventure #life #artist #joy #experience #community #laugh #journey #support #queen #iamhere #beawitness #welcometothenow #gratitudegang #ubebae #adayinthelife #erwin (at New York, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpaKp_wOfE4/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[erwinvalencia]

MOMENTS IN MIAMI. So many memories, so little time. Swipe for scenes of friendship, nostalgia, and of course, HAPPINESS.💜 #DailyGratitude Today I’m grateful for the people, places, and food that managed to always find a way to my heart and making me feel at home in South Florida.🦩 Maybe it’s the fact that the weather, the food, and the people remind me of my own homeland, the Philippines. Maybe it’s the fact that Latin culture, hidden inside of me, gets to play when I’m down here. Maybe it’s the fact the life, as precious as it is, is more enjoyed down here than many places around the country. Needless to say, I love it down here— and will definitely find my way back, very many times.🙏🏽 … #miami #bienvenido #spicy #latin #vibes #goodvibes #sun #surf #sand #family #community #iamhere #beawitness #welcometothenow #gratitudegang #ubebae #adayinthelife #florida #erwin (at Miami, Florida) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpX8eQROFSF/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[erwinvalencia]

FRIDAY FUN. It’s National Athletic Training Month! Drop a “💙” below ⬇️ and tag an ATC that made a difference in your life. #DailyGratitude Today I’m grateful for the profession that found me more than two decades ago— thanks to a CLEAR vision, a BIG conversation, a LENGTHY drive, and a LEAP of faith. Immense gratitude and love to @julie.bernier.545 and the @plymouthstate @tiltonschool family for taking a risk on this kid from Manila when I took a risk on them and their brand new program.🙏🏽 To my @nata1950 and especially my @thenbata family, thank you for continuing to push the envelope and creating more awareness of our profession and the value we bring to the world.🌎 Shoutout to @elisawong88 for this funny photo of me and my guy @anthonyruneachcity 📸 … #athletictraining #celebrate #honor #professional #community #sports #basketball #pride #month #dedication #purpose #growth #life #iamhere #beawitness #welcometothenow #gratitudegang #ubebae #artofzest #adayinthelife https://www.instagram.com/p/CpVQ1-WuEjX/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[erwinvalencia]

SUPER HERO. We all don’t wear capes (or oversized yellow @paddingtonbear jackets with floral beach shorts 🤣). #DailyGratitude Today I’m grateful for all the heroes doing their thing everyday— the postman that’s trekking through the snow to deliver your mail, the teacher that’s awake extra early to make sure the lesson plans are set for the future leaders, the nurses pulling 24 hour shifts to take care of those that take care of us, and many many more. For all the HEROES in this world…THANK YOU.❤️ Next time you see your postman, a teacher, a nurse, or anyone else you consider a hero on the street, in line at the coffee shop, or at their place of work, make sure to give them some love. (📸: @allyoga 💜) … #hero #community #thankyou #everyday #work #post #nurse #teacher #worker #life #iamhere #beawitness #welcometothenow #artofzest #warrioroflife #ubebae #adayinthelife #erwinbvalencia #erwin #snow #beach (at Florida) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpNpDiKONtL/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[erwinvalencia]

RISE N’ GRIND.🌅 “One belongs to New York instantly, one belongs to it as much in five minutes as in five years.” - Tom Wolfe #DailyGratitude Today I’m grateful for 10 years of @dybrkr and the city in which it was born, NYC. Blessed to be here and able to experience such a celebration at the famed @artsdistrict_brooklyn with @theclass @victorienjoy @thornedarrell @reneemmorrison @matthewmorrison @love.radha @eliclarkdavis @t.patch @candicexx_ on a chilly Saturday morning.🥶 The still photos are merely a teaser for the epic videos about to come from the abundance of content taken! 🔜📱 WITH LOVE AND MISCHIEF.💜 … #daybreaker #sunrise #morning #saturday #community #dance #yoga #letgo #present #meditation #together #family #iamhere #beawitness #welcometothenow #gratitudegang #ubebae #adayinthelife #erwinbvalencia (at ArtsDistrict Brooklyn) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpGVG8-OnWv/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[erwinvalencia]

YOU ARE WORTHY. Whether you’re single or in a relationship, WE ALL deserve LOVE today and EVERYDAY.❤️ #DailyGratitude Today I’m grateful for the LOVE given and the LOVE received throughout my life. We all should be so lucky.❤️ Happy Valentines Day from NYC!❤️ (📸: @itsmekikib_ ) #nyfw #valentines #unconditionallove #nyc #fashion #life #empirestatebuilding #memories #joy #giving #iamhere #beawitness #welcometothenow #gratitudegang #artofzest #warrioroflife #ubebae #adayinthelife #erwinbvalencia (at New York, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/Coplo0EOZYz/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=