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I think to have a heart that is willing to help, we need to learn to see others as friends. To do that, we need first to empathize with others, immerse ourselves in their context, and have meaningful conversations with them all of which can help foster a profound kind of relationship and connection with others that is rooted in love and kindness.

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I will try to always think about the possible effects of my actions-- the good and bad. I will also try to be more aware of the context of others, get to know them, and put myself in their shoes. In the process, hopefully, I make personal relationships with them. Through these, I will be more aware and intentional with my actions. 

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I will try to always think about the possible effects of my actions-- the good and bad. I will also try to be more aware of the context of others, get to know them, and put myself in their shoes. In the process, hopefully, I make personal relationships with them. Through these, I will be more aware and intentional with my actions. 

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Jackie Candano

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The more loving choice for me is to be of service for others. Service entails not only helping others, but also letting others help you! <3

Cristyanna Ong

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I will consider others in whatever I do. I will take the time to get to know their context and their stories and do, form a connection with them, and be an ally. I will do my best to make sure that my skills and talents will benefit and be in the service of others.

Shandra Maralit

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To be capable of choosing the more loving option, I think it's important to actively listen and develop empathy. For me, listening entails having a deeper understanding of that person (or the situation), which would make it easier to connect with them and see where they're coming from. Thinking from their point of view can allow you to see how a choice can affect the person positively or negatively and can hopefully help you discern (and eventually decide) which is the more loving option - one that helps, and not causes unnecessary hurt.

- Arianne Ibon

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My vocation calls me not to serve myself but to serve and love others. I will use my God-given gifts in a way that maximizes my capability to serve others.

Lia Marie Beloy

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To do the more loving choice, I believe I need to learn to engage better with others not only for work, but to connect with them meaningfully as humans -- tao sa tao, puso sa puso. After all, we are called not only to be persons for others, but also WITH others. We can only build a just society when we work with others hand in hand, especially the vulnerable and marginalized, when we treat each other with kindness and empathy, and when we give each and every person the dignity they deserve as humans.

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To be loving is to understand others even when it is hard. And to understand others, I must listen to them without making prior judgments and imagine myself in their situation.

- Mikaela Laila

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The more loving choice for me is to be in service of my community by amplifying its voice and responding to its many needs. To do this, I plan to continue to open my mind and heart to others and their needs, nurturing my empathy, patience, and understanding.

- Nasha Forte

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To me, choosing the more loving options entails listening  and paying attention to the context of other people in order to properly connect with them and maximize the effectivity of serving another person. This also entails cultivating spaces where others feel comfortable, seen, and heard for their own experiences.

Bianca Buita

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Choosing the more loving option entails being more empathetic. I will aim to be more understanding towards others, and to be a better listener to their concerns.

Ivan Severino

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A commitment to doing the more loving actions entails one to consistently reflect on their decisions (whether big or small), and discern if these are coming from the value for the greater good. Hence, I will do my best to always choose the option where different voices are heard, empathy is shared, opportunities are given, and the self is developed. I will follow my vocation as long as it enables me to connect deeply with others, and at the same time, allows me to grow as an individual.

Janah Rafaela Kalalo

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To choose the more loving option means that I have to not only think about myself but also of others. To choose the more loving option is to exercise empathy and to  always choose to be kinder for we do not know what the other is going through. To choose the more loving option is understanding my call to serve with love.

- Adrianne Marie Nicole Gabaen

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I hope to be an agent and watchdog for others. I see that my passions point toward my vocation in the realm of media, where I feel is relevant to today's time. As I navigate a personal balance in other aspects in life and relationships, I hope I hone productive energy towards the greater good.

Yvonne Salazar

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Before I can learn to love others, i must learn how to truly embrace my strengths and improve on my weaknesses. We are all called to love and serve others, by becoming the best versions of ourselves can we maximize the love and service we can output to others.

Edgardo Javier Santos

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I can do the more loving choice by first empathizing with other people. I believe this is essential in deciding what to do and how to respond to situations that would call for the more loving action.

Bianca Perez

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Picking someone up after they've fallen down can be a great example of doing the more loving choice. The image shows that I am willing to help someone in need, and that I care about their well-being.

To apply this to everyday life, I can look for opportunities to help others who may be struggling. This could be as simple as holding the door open for someone, offering a listening ear to a friend in need, or volunteering your time to support a local charity or community organization. By making a conscious effort to help others, I will be embodying the principles of love and kindness, and contributing to a more positive and supportive world which is the more loving option.

-Erick Gabriel Reyes

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To do the more loving choice means choosing happiness, respect, love, and empathy. To achieve these things, I need to socialize with people and listen to their hearts. At the same time, I need to foster respect and love to the people around me. I should value the connection that I have with other people. I plan to continue to open my heart and mind as I grow and become the person I desire to be.

- Bryan Cueto

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Not everyone has the same privileges in society, and not everyone can everyone deal with their struggles independently. I can choose the more loving option by extending my help to those in need, so that we can all reach where we want to be, together.

-Lara Jessica Tan

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To make the more loving choice, I can make a commitment to focus on understanding and empathy by taking a moment to listen to what someone is saying, how they are feeling, and making an effort to understand their perspective. Similarly, I can offer to help those in need – whether it’s providing emotional support or practical assistance, I can try my best to be there for those who need it. ♥

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To be someone of service and love entails patience and understanding of one's emotions. As a Psychology major, I think that it is only fitting to use what I have learned in my classes to become more empathetic towards others. I can continue doing the more loving choice by creating genuine connections with the people around me through active listening sharing of meaningful advice that could hopefully help them with their situation.

- Alyanna Bartolome

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The more loving option for me is to have the desire to serve others rooted in empathy. This calls for me to allow myself to grow and be stretched, and to always lend an open ear and pay attention to the people around me.

-Nadine Dante

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The more loving option is one that puts the needs and well-being of others at the center - one that is does not impose pain but rather joy and hope, one that revolves around empathy and compassion, and one that may allow others to find light in the darkest of times. Moving forward, I commit to always pursue the more loving option by always being open to the stories and struggles of the people around me and effectively serve them in any way I can - by simply listening, by supporting them, and by pursuing the courses of action that may help them help themselves :)

- Ju Beldua

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I will strive to think about my everyday decisions in life and the values or virtues they uphold. In doing so, I hope to realize which of the actions I have consistently done in daily life are only for my own stakes, and which consistent actions are for done for both mine and others' stakes.

Enzo Abatayo

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To actively make the more loving choice, I will commit to regularly reflecting on my life and actions to ensure that I am aligning them with God's call to love and serve others. I will also seek out opportunities to volunteer and serve in my community and prioritize building meaningful relationships with those around me.

Jared Yap

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While I may not have figured out my true calling yet, I've realized that the more loving option I can do right now is to be of service to others and bring joy into their lives. My plan is to start with myself and work on becoming a better person so that I can make a meaningful impact on the people I love and my community. I want to lend a helping hand to those who need it, while also using my experiences to grow into a more compassionate and understanding individual. It's a journey that requires patience and dedication, but I'm ready to take the necessary steps towards becoming the best version of myself.

-Abbygail Cuya

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I will listen more. By listening more I will know what others are facing. With my career, listening is a must and making people feel heard and seen and I vow to be more patient in helping others.

Savio Aquino

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For me, the more loving choice is being charitable towards other people by giving all that I can to those who need it more. This does not only pertain to material support but would also include being kind, empathetic, and loving towards everyone around me. I will involve myself in contributing and supporting the growth of others rather than focusing only on my development as an individual.

Tia Garcia

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The more loving choice for me would be to be kind and spread happiness or positivity with other people through using words of inspiration, showing our thanks, and empowering them. By doing so, this energy can spread and motivate others to act in the same way.

-Holly Favis

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I believe that doing the more loving option is also learning how to go beyond my comfort zone and encouraging myself about my strengths and capabilities, especially during times of doubt and indecisiveness. Doing so will also make me realize the multiple ways of how to branch out these strengths and talents to the community.
- Alexandra Alfonso

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I believe the more loving choice is to listen to those who are unheard. This means being patient despite wanting to voice out myself.

- Marcus Kozzi Lao

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Moving forward, I am committed to actively engaging in acts of kindness. I will make it a priority to offer a helping hand to those in need, express gratitude and appreciation for others, and intentionally spread positivity through small gestures. By embracing this practice, I hope to brighten people's lives, forge deeper connections, and contribute to a more compassionate world.

-Jianah Estalilla

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In a world that is filled with so much noise, the value of simple listening and being present for others is already a meaningful act of love in itself. As people that constantly co-exist with different kinds of people everyday, giving the extra effort to communicate ones feelings and having people listen is very important to ensure harmony in how we treat others in a healthy way. I personally plan to practice active communication and connecting with people more. Through this, I may be able to share, as well as know more perspectives and stories, listing others in the process.

-Jan Sagdullas (Theo K)

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For me, to connect what I reflected on Sabs Ongkiko's story, to do the more loving option is know yourself and treat yourself better. One might ask that how is this connected with choosing the more loving option as choosing to be for and with others, and to this I reply that this choosing of one's self is all the more important relative to the other. By choosing yourself and taking care of yourself better, you began to be a better version of yourself and become a better version of yourself for and with others. Since I do a lot of systems work, let me explain this in a system development lexicon: for an organization to better serve its sectors, its own internal processes should first be well planned and well executed.

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For me to choose and do the more loving option, I have to be able to always be ready to offer a helping hand to others while recognizing that it's also okay for me to ask for help from others. Not only will I reach out to help those who need it, but also realize that I myself am deserving of someone else's loving actions.

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I hope to be better to others through empathy - by trying to understand where people are coming from and being ready to give what I can to always be aware of how things work.

Joaquin Cuyugan

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I promise to actively look for chances to show kindness and compassion in my daily interactions by spreading love and goodwill, this tactic hopes to foster a more compassionate and cohesive community. Whenever I can, I will also provide support and encouragement, I will also work hard to help those in need, whether it is by volunteer work, giving to charities, or just listening to someone who needs to chat.

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My plan of action is to actively listen to God's call and prioritize acts of love and compassion towards others. I commit to shifting my intentions from self-centered desires to selfless actions that serve the well-being of those around me. By consciously choosing the right decisions with the right intentions, I aim to align my actions with God's will and bring about positive change in the world through my talents and passions.

Zia Barretto

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The more loving choice I will strive to always partake on is sharing my gifts, talents, and strengths with others. Here's to continuously growing and evolving with everyone 🪴 - Rafaela Serafica