‘Magiging okay ang lahat’: Stranger’s handwritten note comforts commuter on bus ride

February 6, 2026 – 10:41 AM

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What began as an ordinary bus ride turned into an unforgettable moment when a stranger’s handwritten note reached a commuter weighed down by heavy thoughts.

Narvic Vale Gianan

During the ride, Narvic said he was feeling emotional and could not help but shed tears as he looked out the window during the ride, despite trying to hold them back.

He recalled that while they were in the Quiapo area of Manila, a fellow commuter began writing something on a piece of paper.

Narvic said he did not notice it at first, as he did not know the individual.

Narvic said the note simply read, “Open,” accompanied by a smiling emoticon.

“Hindi man kilala personal, pero naniniwala ako sayo! Magiging okay ang lahat!” the message reads.

Narvic said he appreciated the gesture, adding that he found it heartwarming.

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” the commuter who gave him the note.

Randomly handing out notes is uncommon among commuters, who are often engrossed in their own thoughts and concerns.