Actress and singer Maricar Reyes-Poon offered a heartfelt message about accountability and personal growth in the wake of making mistakes, resonating with thousands of social media users.
In a Facebook post that garnered over 50,000 reactions, Maricar shared, “The pain and shame of a mistake can be the first step towards the best and wisest version of yourself.” She encouraged readers to embrace life’s challenges with perseverance, writing, “Life is a marathon, not a sprint. Take full accountability, learn well, and finish strong.”
While she did not elaborate on what prompted her reflective post, netizens linked her words to a brewing controversy involving actors Maris Racal and Anthony Jennings, who recently admitted to cheating allegations and issued a public apology on the same day as Maricar’s post.
In the comments section, fans praised Maricar for her graceful resilience and ability to turn past adversities into inspiration. One commenter described her as “a masterclass on converting public humiliation into public respect and admiration.”
Maricar herself faced public scrutiny in 2009 due to a controversial video scandal with celebrity doctor Hayden Kho. Over the years, she stayed silent until the release of her self-titled book, where she detailed her journey of healing and personal transformation.
Through her book and interviews, Maricar continues to inspire others, particularly women navigating difficult experiences. Reflecting on her journey, she shared, “If you’re going through something heavy and feel like it’s taking forever, don’t be too hard on yourself. It took me 12 years to feel okay enough to talk about it.”
