07/19/2026
One of my cousins got a call during a roadtrip we had in the Philippines. I could tell that whatever the call was about, it was either unnecessary, unwanted, or simply not worth his energy. He literally had family over that he hasn’t seen in years.
In one graceful but assertive tone, he says “are you aware that it’s a Sunday?”
And hangs up the phone.
His actions reminded me that not everything is worth a second of your time. Especially when the person on the other end of the line doesn’t care that they’re wasting yours.
Here’s my PSA to say yes to rest, breath, simplicity, and uncomplicated mess. Just like JJ’s doing in this editorial portrait. Be like my cousin. Be like JJ 😂
PHOTOGRAPHY: .Conti
CLIENT/MODEL: JJ Mayang 🌊🇵🇭