CITY OF MALOLOS – Nothing shatters the heart more than a parent losing a child at such a tender age – a strong message that echoes through every parent’s greatest fear. Out of that silence came “Pagninilay-nilay”, a powerful stage play that was held at the Nicanor Abelardo Auditorium, Hiyas ng Bulacan Cultural Center in this city from September 8-10.
Part of the Julia Buencamino Project, the story of “Pagninilay-Nilay” looks back at the tragic story of late child actress Julia Buencamino who ended her life at only 15, leaving behind not just her dreams unfulfilled but also a silence that pierced through the lives of her parents, acclaimed actors Shamaine Buencamino and her husband Nonie Buencamino.
Looking back at the tragic passing of her child, Shamaine left the audience with Julia’s final words from the note she wrote before she passed away.
“Be kind to yourselves. Kung totoo nga na ang buhay ay serye ng kakulangan, narito tayo ngayon upang ang mga kakulangan, baka sakali, magawang punan. Baka sakali, magawang pigilan ang pagpital sa isang buhay,” she said.
After the play, Registered Psychologist Reyxielle F. Tomas also mentioned the need for parents, educators, and communities to be more attentive and compassionate to the silent battles that many youths are facing today.
“’Yung mga taong suicidal, hindi naman nila purpose na tapusin ang buhay nila. What they want to stop or to end is the unbearable pain,” she added.
Meanwhile, in Governor Daniel R. Fernando’s message delivered by Provincial Administrator Antonia V. Constantino, he emphasized the importance of raising awareness on mental health and giving support to initiatives that shed light on the struggles of the youth.
“Sa bilis ng pagbabago ng mundo, mahalaga na ipamulat sa atin ang kahalagahan ng mental health. Hango sa tunay na karanasan, ang obrang ito ay sumasalamin sa pagmamahal, pagkalinga at pagsuporta na maaari nating ibahagi sa iba sa kabila ng ating sariling hinagpis at pagsubok na hinaharap sa buhay,” she said.
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