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Kung ano ang nais kong maging ay sumasalamin sa mga maliliit na kilos na aking ginagawa. Sa hinaharap, nais kong makatulong sa paggawa ng mga trabaho at ang pag-aaral nang mabuti ang unang hakbang upang maisakatuparan ito dahil wala akong maibabahagi sa iba kung ako mismo ay walang sapat na kaalaman.

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As emphasized in this recollection, I can be more loving by sharing my 5 loaves and 2 fishes. To be more loving means to check on other people and to see if they have enough for themselves, and when they don’t, to share what I have.

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Leonardo Da Vinci’s painting “The Last Supper” inspire me to practice magis by being more loving towards other people even if there is no reason to be. This is because Jesus loved everyone , despite the people who betrayed and doubted him. If he could do it, I believe I can also. - JC

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When I was in Senior High School, I got the opportunity to immerse myself with children who have the deepest desires and passions. Knowing several people are left behind and there can still be something done inspire me to practice giving more and loving beyond. Even if I am just a part of the vast world, I believe that my small acts of kindness would encourage others to serve with and for others.

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Before the pandemic, my family and I organized an outreach in Little Sisters of the Abandoned Elderly, and it was an unforgettable experience for me. I think that this picture will best remind and inspire me to practice the spirit of Magis because reminiscing the smiles on the elders' faces reminds me to spread more love and give more love to others.

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This is an image of a community here in Cavite wherein Sarah Elago is discussing the 10K Ayuda Bill being passed in Congress to them. This represents the people I am always reminded to work with all my love for. They remind me that I am in a position of privilege and that I have the capacity to be loving enough to help so many people at least be enlightened of their rights and of the things they could do to raise their voices. For these people, for my community, for my friends and everyone else, I am going to work with my heart put forward, because a loving action will always lead to something great.

- Fide Ramos

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The Church of the Gesu has always been one of my favorite spots on campus; I also find it quite interesting that it's located at the center of everything. The term "Magis" has long been equated with doing more than what is necessary, giving more than is required of us. However this recollection has reminded me that Magis isn't always about doing more, it's also about choosing the more loving option.

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This is a picture of my area activity in Tugon back in April where we had to interact with the girls. During this time, it was nearing finals week and I was so tired and sleep deprived but I remember staying up all night anyways to prepare a fun activity for the girls to enjoy. All my tiredness was gone as soon as I entered the room to hear their greetings of "Hi Ate! Kamusta ka na?", and all my efforts were rewarded after seeing them have so much fun with my activity. (Marian Rigonan)

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Growing up, I realized that I have always been fond of kids that whenever I do something, I would always ask if there would be kids present. And so, I feel like this picture of them smiling and happy is really a great reminder for me to practice the spirit of Magis in my everyday life. I want to help create a world that is a less cruel for them so that they will grow hopeful of the future. (Julia Borromeo)

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My experience in my 3-day immersion in Gawad Kalinga during my last year in senior high school will always remind me to make the country a better place to live in. It reminds me that every Filipino family should have the right to meet their basic necessities.  Happiness in Filipino families inspire me to always choose the more loving option. -Aina Saludes

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Back then, we (as a class) used to go on immersions to better understand those who are less fortunate and in need. The spirit of Magis is one that is very much alive in this photograph; it's one that I took while we trekked down a steep path down to our foster family. While it's been more than 3 years since this experience, the memory of the place, the smells, and the people are forever seared into my brain.

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This is a photo I took in Dalig, Rizal during my immersion when I was in the 12th Grade. 

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The primary livelihood of the people in this community was that of being fishermen residing near the Laguna de Bay. This photo reminded me that they had such a difficult time to provide for the daily needs of their families given the numerous water hyacinths that surrounded the area limiting their fish catch and difficulty in sailing their boats. Going into my professional life, I would always remember to go back to this photo and do something for these people that treated me with immense care when I was their guest at their homes. (Marcus Ponce)

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Now personally, nothing gets the spirit of Magis going through me quite like the sharing of one of the two greatest commandments of all, which is simply to love one another. Love thy neighbor, if you will. It's not that hard, people, you just have to love everyone, and let God sort them out Himself, for it's never in our place to judge or damn even those we disagree with to the bad place.

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Although this is an old picture, I still hold lessons from these kids even though I was technically their teacher. This pic reminds me of Magis because of how it would have definitely been easier to "bola" the whole program, but I knew that some of these kids were struggling academically. Given that, someone with a privilege like mine has the responsibility and the capacity to give more to those kids

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Magis isn't always about doing more, it especially reminds us that is not giving more to the point of burnout; it is about choosing the more loving option. We should also love and care for our self when helping and loving others. It isn't always about neglecting your own happiness to be of service to other people, because just like Sab Ongkiko's story, I believe that our vocation, our calling, is about pursuing our happiness, our passion, and finding the way we could use or transform them to help and be of service to others.

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I don't have a picture with me right now, but it was a picture of me as a teacher back in gr11. There was this student volunteer signups to teach grade 6 students in our community. So I joined, and taught, and I was not really a good teacher. I kinda, let them do anything/ most of the things that they wanted to do. But besides that fact, I felt touched and grateful in the end. noh, I felt like that I have touched the lives of each and every one of these children. And thinking back on it now, brings me to tears. I never expected to actually, be part of the teaching program, I was late in applying. I went in, without a clue on what to do and expect, but came out with a heartfilled with gratitude and love for my students.

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My mother inspires me to practice the spirit of Magis. She always makes her decisions with my me and my siblings in mind. I don't know anybody more selfless than her; and I strive to choose the more loving option not only for myself but also for the people around me.

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This is very timely. All throughout Leni's career, she has always strived to embody Magis. She really makes me believe that there are still people who choose to use their platform/power for the greater good.

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I decided to put a Swiss Army knife as a representation of Magis because it can do more than one thing. While individual tools like a longer pair of scissors or a stronger pair of pliers might be better at their task, they tend to only do that one thing. I think we as individuals should strive to be like the Swiss Army knife because we have plenty to offer within ourselves to be able to go beyond what we are expected to do
-RL

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My cousin decided to celebrate his birthday by having a food giving program in an orphanage. From this, my family and I got to interact with the kids there and we all had a great time. I relate this with the spirit of Magis because I believe this exemplifies "choosing the more loving option", wherein it is through these experiences and taking time for others that we truly grow as a community.

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This is a screenshot from a scene from a TV show called Bojack Horseman. The show is essentially about Bojack (the horse in the image) doing his best to overcome his inner demons, past trauma, and addictions. Although he is a sinful man who has hurt several people in his life, Bojack realizes his mistakes and takes the first step to becoming a better person by going to rehab. This image reminds and inspires me to practice the spirit of Magis because its a reminder that Magis is practiced and not simply attained. You have to keep trying to be the best possible version of yourself at all times. We may never be able to achieve perfection, but that does not mean that it is not worth trying.

Carlo Saruca

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This is a picture of Mr Bean. Mr Bean is a character who goes beyond the norm and creates unconventional schemes to do everyday tasks. Although Mr Bean isn’t the most intelligent character he always tries his best and goes above and beyond in his schemes to fulfill everyday tasks. I think Magis is similar to Mr Bean since you don’t need to be extremely intelligent to pursue Magis. You simply need to go above beyond. In other words we just need to be like Mr Bean who goes above and beyond when it comes to fulfilling our tasks.

[Dylan Occeña]

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It may seem simple or odd, but this line from the movie "Meet The Robinsons" has a special place in my heart and inspires me to practice the spirit of Magis. This line struck me because the movie became the theme of a retreat I participated in way back and this line applied to me in so many levels, whether it may be through going hardships or for this recollection, doing more.

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This picture continues to remind me to choose the more loving option because it shows how everyone has different circumstances. Loving option for other people by thinking about their situation and loving option for myself by avoiding comparisons as to what other people may have been given instead of working for.
- Kendra Go

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This is a picture of the slums here in the Philippines and I usually pass by such scenes when going outside and this inspires me to practice the spirit of Magis. Even in their poverty and suffering they still seem to be able to remain happy and lift each other up when needed. Seeing that in person multiple times has motivated me to be just like them. If they, despite all the issues they face are able to help others then surely I can do just the same.

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This is a screenshot from a video me and my friends took for an extracurricular activity. There is and was no academic incentive to work on the project but amidst our busy schedule and all our requirements, we took time out of our days and weeks to plan and film all of it. This inspires me to practice the spirit of Magis because it reminds me that maybe in doing something without expecting anything in return, we receive something far greater and more valuable in the experience itself. - Chino Acero

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This picture was taken back in my 18th birthday when I revisited and held a program for the home for the aged in Batangas, along with the sisters in charge of the place.

Six months before this picture, I was in a dark place, so my family and I decided that I would come to this convent. That time, the sisters and the elders there gave me care; I felt loved despite my shortcomings and wrongdoings, where they helped me get back on my feet again. Accordingly, after that, I have decided to return the spirit of Magis and throw a party for them every year (which I was sadly unable to do this year and due to the pandemic).

Looking back, even though they might not have a lot — both literally and figuratively speaking— they gave me tenderness and warmth that could not match any other. For this reason, I aspire to be like them.

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I don't have a picture of my grandmother, but I think this photo best represents her. Despite having left this world, she remains to inspire me to choose to love, to practice the spirit of Magis. I can vividly remember Mamang always making sure that I was full, making sure that I feel at home, making sure that I am loved. - Karl

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This is what makes me choose to become a more loving person and choose more loving options as I can see the purity of life through children's eyes. They give me hope for the future and in order for this future be bright, we in turn should give them hope. -Ian

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This is a picture of Joel Ablong, a victim of the famine in Negros under the Marcos Regime. I think this is the ultimate picture that will remind me to do more: to be a person for others and to love others. It hurts everytime I see this picture and it fires me up to do something about it.

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The photo I chose is of a Crucifix because I believe that the perfect example of the most loving person who carried out the most loving action is Jesus Christ on the cross. Through Him, we are invited to imitate the love he had for us and share it with the rest of the world.

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I believe that Magis is greatly manifested in sharing the knowledge that we have with others. This is why I admire so much how teachers go beyond themselves to shape the young minds of today. It takes so much grace and love to be able to "do more" in a sense that one extends his/her patience, wisdom, and even emotional endurance to take on such a daunting endeavor - to reshape society through the youth and their education. --Kaye Sorronda

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What inspires me to practice Magis are my family and friends who have taught me how to live my life in pursuit of doing good. They are my greatest inspirations and because of them, I'm  trying to my best enjoy my life and not take things too seriously.

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I took this picture back in my ASHS days during our TD program wherein we go to public schools to tutor kids in subjects they are having difficulty with. This reminds me that I should do my magis as these kids do their best in their studies as well. As someone who has more access to opportunities that can help me create a bigger impact, I must do my duty and utilize these to the best of my ability. These kids brim with perseverance and positivity as they look forward to learn everyday to achieve their own goals. I must do the same or even further as I know I am capable to do something bigger.

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This is the photo that went viral when a woman spearheaded a small community pantry along Maginhawa Street. I remember the first time I saw this on the news, it felt very heartwarming and inspiring that Filipinos are helping one another at such a difficult time right now. This photo reminds me of the spirit of Magis and even inspires me to live by it, because it shows how a small act of kindness can significantly help someone else and how we really rise by lifting others.
- Gwyneth Tecson

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This is a picture that shows bayanihan among the Filipinos. We all suffered from the pandemic although with varying degrees. In these times, we were asked to decide between our security (in terms of food) or helping others, bayanihan shows that a lot of Filipinos choose the more loving option by donating what they can to others.

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I wanted to share a photo of my friends but due to data privacy purposes, I’ll opt for this photo of two friends instead. My friends inspire me to practice the spirit of Magis everyday because they never fail to show me how much they care and love for me. They remind me how much comfort and inspiration you can bring to someone by being a loving person and choosing the more loving option.

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This sunrise photo reminds me of the times I wanted to rest but couldn’t because there was still work to do, in service to others. Making sacrifices for the benefit of others is not always the easiest thing to do, but I consider this to be the more loving option because, at the end of the day, I believe that it is through these moments that make one’s life so much more meaningful.

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I'd liken the road less traveled as the more loving option when it comes to discerning what one should do given any situation. For example, should I [rightfully] get mad or express my anger at someone who wronged me? Should I give back the "same energy" that's been given by a seemingly selfish friend? Should I ignore a person who has done the same to me a few years back? At least personally, I'd say it would be easier to just let one's emotions flow given a situation, but embodying, or exhibiting Magis requires reflection in how one's actions can affect both, if not multiple, parties. Magis requires a lot of consideration and reconsideration. That said, how one chooses to act given any scenario 'makes all the difference.' In choosing the more loving option, even though this may be difficult [at times], we are one step closer to becoming the people we ought to be. - Reg D.

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My parents inspire me to practice the spirit of Magis. They have always been supportive of me and my siblings. I honestly do not know anyone more selfless than they are. They encourage me to strive for a more empathetic lifestyle

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This was taken in my 2019 SM Immersion, which is the closest experience I have to a OJT (without payment, of course). It allowed our class to experience the various work that goes into an SM Sales Associate (the diligent workers that tour around with an apron), such as meat packing and processing, bagging and retrieval.

Aside from teaching, this was one of the most fulfilling service programs, and looking back at it, it drives me to do much more, due to how fulfilling Magis is, despite all of the difficult work that goes into it.

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I think that the community pantry was the very best example of Magis during the whole pandemic. It was when people who did not have much gave to people who had less and by doing so, they chose the more loving option. It's a reminder that even during the hardest of times, we can still chose the more loving option, that we can still choose to give to people who have less despite the dangers and red-tagging that comes with it. Sabi ng ni Ms sabs na masakit maging magis and I can't think of anything that shows that more than community pantries