From Sleepy Screens to Steadfast Hustles: My Hive Fam Journey Through Today’s SONA Session
Published on HivePostify by @leighdalisay · Mon Jul 27 2026
Hello Hive Fam, and to my ever-supportive Hive Friends all over the world, most especially my co Filipino Hivers! I’m excited to share a slice of my day with you, because even the simplest routines remind me how connected we are through this community.
Today was quite a workload for me as an online freelancer and gig worker. Last week, we were tasked to attend an online session scheduled exactly for today. The focus? Watching our President’s State of the Nation Address (SONA).
For one and a half hours, I sat through the speech while updating our reaction meter from time to time, shifting from “disagree” to “agree” depending on the topics being discussed. Honestly, I felt sleepy while watching. The length and pace made it a challenge to stay alert. But instead of quitting midway, I patiently finished the session.
Why? Because this is part of my online freelancer life. As gig workers, we often face tasks that test our patience and discipline. Even when the work feels repetitive or tiring, we push through because every effort counts toward our growth and opportunities. Today’s SONA session reminded me that resilience is a skill we sharpen daily, whether through surveys, side hustles, or community engagements.
Maraming salamat, Hive Fam, for reading my little story today. Your support makes these everyday hustles worth sharing. Let’s continue to inspire one another, whether through big wins or small victories.
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