Rabiya Mateo, tapat na ibinahagi kung bakit ayaw pa niyang makipag-relasyon

• Rabiya Mateo, a former beauty queen, honestly rated herself a "7" in terms of being okay
• During her guesting at DJ Chacha's podcast, she considers herself a "work in progress"
• According to Rabiya, she still needs her medication and consultation with her doctor from time to time
• In her own terms, Rabiya wants to be the "best version" of herself when the right person arrives

Rabiya Mateo is taking her time with her heart. During her recent appearance on DJ Chacha's podcast, From The Heart, the beauty queen turned actress shared her thoughts on why she is choosing to remain single for now.

When asked how she is doing on a scale of 1 to 10, Rabiya was quick to answer, "Probably a good seven." She explained that while she is doing well, she is still "a work in progress."

Rabiya was open about her journey to wellness, mentioning that she still needs her medication and occasional talks with her doctor.

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"Siguro isa din yun kung bakit parang ayoko pa makipag-relasyon agad. Kasi kailangan ayusin ko muna yung sarili ko para hindi na maulit yung mga problema from the past," she explained.

For Rabiya, being single isn't just about waiting—it's about preparing as well. According to Rabiya, she wants to be fully ready when the right person comes along.

"Para kung sino man yung ibibigay ni Lord, you know, God's perfect choice, I can be the best version of Rabiya that he deserves," she revealed.

Rabiya Mateo first gained national recognition after winning Miss Universe Philippines 2020, proudly representing Iloilo City before competing on the global Miss Universe stage. Following her pageant career, she moved into acting, television, and endorsements, steadily building a name for herself in showbiz. Along the way, she has spoken openly about self-love, perseverance, and mental health, becoming an advocate for emotional wellness. Her honesty about her personal struggles has earned her respect from many supporters.

As previously reported by KAMI, Rabiya Mateo shared a touching video montage showing both her lowest and happiest moments as a reminder that healing takes time, and that life eventually gets better. The clip opens with her crying before shifting to scenes of travel, laughter, and bonding with children, reflecting hope after pain. The post comes weeks after she revealed her diagnosis of depression and anxiety, making the message deeply personal and vulnerable as well.

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Meanwhile, Rabiya Mateo shared that she was diagnosed with depression with anxious distress and described how everyday life felt like a battle while she was on medication and temporarily stepping away from the spotlight. She said leaving the country for several months helped her avoid triggers and gave her time to focus on survival and healing. Witnessing the grief of Kuya Kim Atienza and his family after Emman’s passing also motivated her to keep fighting for her own life and for her mother. She has since called for more kindness online and continues promoting mental health awareness.

Source: KAMI.com.gh