During her visit as a guest on Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition, Heart Evangelista got real with housemates about her personal journey—opening up about self-love, her emotional struggles, and her deep fears surrounding her relationship with husband Chiz Escudero.
When asked if one must love themselves before loving someone else, Heart answered with sincerity. “Of course. There was a time in my life when I felt completely lost,” she shared. “I went through a rebellious phase that lasted almost a year. I wanted out of my marriage—not because I didn’t love Chiz, but because I didn’t feel understood.”
She candidly reflected on being influenced by others and losing sight of herself. “I thought I was on a path I could never escape from. I reached a point where I realized I was giving too much, trying to please everyone except myself.”
Heart admitted to fearing loneliness, especially considering her husband is 15 years older. “One day, I know I’ll be alone. That scares me,” she said. “But that fear helped me understand that I must love myself first to love others more fully.”
She also advised the housemates to value their families and themselves. “Always be grateful for your family, but don’t forget to take care of yourself. It’s not selfish—it’s necessary, especially on the hard days.”
In her final message, Heart urged them to embrace who they truly are, focus on their own happiness, and live their own journey—regardless of what others may think.