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I've always liked being listened to without being intervened or invalidated. I try to do the same with my closest friends and family when they need to vent :)

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I love seeing people graduate and celebrate their educational success because this would mean that there will be more people who will try their best to contribute to our society in a field that they excel in. In the same way, I'm also more motivated to hone my skills and finish my education so I can contribute more to our society.

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Pursuing a writing career scares me because I feel that I'm not good enough but from now on, I choose to learn and to work in order to fully hone my skills and pursue a career in writing in order to give a platform to the voiceless.

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With everything happening, it is more than important to be transparent and we should not just rely on professional journalists in relaying information. The power of citizens in solidarity can contribute to resolving society's issues.

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I love spending time with my friends especially when we all need to destress from life. I believe simply being there for them during stressful times can go a really long way in our relationships as it shows that we are not alone in this world. Furthermore, I love making memories with them as it always a good thing to look back to see how much we've grown as friends. <3

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I've come to recognize that seeing my high school friends frequently is more challenging now that we're in college because we've all gone our separate ways. I found it difficult to stay in touch with many of my friends, especially given my preference for face-to-face communication. Recently, I reconnected with one of these friends and learned that she has been having difficulty with her mother's health. I felt guilty that I wasn't available to make plans with her sooner and that I wasn't there for her when she needed me most. Because of this, I've made it a point to make the effort to check in with people and inquire about their mental health.

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Growing up, I've mostly been afraid to ask for help as I was very shy growing up. Now, I always try to make it a point to help those who I can help as one small hand can make a big difference to a lot of people.

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I think reassurance to my friends is the most concrete act of the loving choice because sometimes we may get into disagreements and some might overthink too much on the negative side of things. As someone who values friendships and relationships, I encourage dialogue and understanding (rather than having a cutting off mentality) with friends whom I have disagreements or arguments with. Reassuring them will make them feel loved and that the friendship and bond will not be abandoned due to some sort of disagreement between and or among us-- it is best to maintain and upgrade the bridges in our lives rather than burning them down.

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Taking the time to just relax and entertain the child at heart is something I tend to neglect doing. I think it would be a good idea to nurture and never forget our playful, free-spirited side

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There remain many opinions regarding the superiority of pursuing a doctor career over one that focuses on nonhuman organisms. Yet, an ignorance of our responsibility to care for animals perpetuates in this society that prioritizes growth amd development. As a human created in the image and likeness of God, and as someone who simply has an infinite love for animals, I aspire to act with compassion to prevent their neglect and eradication.

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Kwentuhans and alike have always been one of the best ways for me to spend time with my friends and with a lot of things that’s happening in our world today, its also good to keep updated with news and media and share that with others. I’ve fallen for some misinformation myself with pop culture news and updates all over TikTok so one of the things that I can do before sharing with others is to verify and double check rather than launching to a story immediately.

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One way I can be a more loving person is to become better at practicing patience--both with others and with myself. In this very fast-paced world, I think it's important to know when to take things slow. Through this, I hope to be a more empathetic, understanding, and thoughtful person.

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I am choosing to be more intentional with discerning what "choosing the more loving response" looks like for me.

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Before I am able to serve others lovingly, I must learn to self-reflect and commit to loving myself fully before I can help and serve others. How can I lovingly serve others when I do not yet fully love or accept myself for who I truly am. For me, the act of lovingly serving others begins with the self.

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I would try to keep the collective circumstance of our society in mind as I journey through my personal dream of being an engineer. By virtue of being a man for others, as the loving option.

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One pattern that I noticed is that I enjoy analyzing things and solving problems. Before, I have expressed this passion of mine in teaching others how to understand a difficult concept. However, I realized that there are other ways of doing so. With my current path I am following as an engineering student, I see myself becoming a consultant. Someone who can share their knowledge regarding the topic and help others in the process. This is my plan of action because I would hit two birds with one stone. I get to analyze data and solve problems, while also helping those in need.

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For the majority of my life, photography has been one of my primary interests, but when I entered university, I thought to myself that maybe I should not take this seriously since pursuing this career brings a lot of uncertainty and danger, especially in the field of journalism. However, I realized that I find great fulfillment and joy in doing visual storytelling, and it is a powerful medium to share stories of the different realities we face in society.

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I first took psychology as my major because I found the concepts and theories fascinating and fun to learn. However, in the past 2 years, I began to seek what I can do with this future degree and how I can give back to the community. Mental health has always been a big factor in my life and I knew that working in this field is what I am called to do. I commit in helping those that are concerned with psychological matters and contributing to breaking down the present stigma towards mental health.

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I want to work on being more patient with others and choosing my words more carefully. I have a bad habit of exclaiming curses when I am frustrated or angry with someone and I want to lessen that. As someone who is sensitive to words myself, practicing tactful ways of speaking and patience is a must.

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I've gotten used to putting my loved ones' needs before my own, so the more loving option for me at the moment is to listen to my own desires for a change. This includes knowing when to rest and practicing healthy eating habits especially when I'm drowning in requirements and deadlines.

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Something that I have noticed before is that I sometimes overwork myself that then results to fatigue. Recently however, I have been choosing myself al lot more and being more kind to myself -- spending more time with myself, enjoying being alone, being satisfied with doing activities alone, etc.. This is not to say that I completely abandon friends and family just because I am choosing myself, it is really just knowing my own boundaries wherein I am comfortable while still being able to spend some time with said family and friends.

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I want to engage in more meaningful conversations by speaking with kindness and listening with empathy. I realize that this will get easier as time goes by but I can start with thinking twice before I say anything. It is also important to recognize that sometimes it is better to understand than to try and explain.

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In a world where everyone always has something to say, I think the simple act of listening is already a commitment to a more loving response. I'm not just saying to literally listen but to actually understand what the person is saying and where they're coming from. Simple listening and attention is an act of love and I'm continuously trying to improve my skills in those areas.

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Something as simple as lending someone an umbrella in this photo, could be a reflection of me choosing the more loving option. I like to prioritize the welfare of others over myself whenever it's more important for them. I always try my best to treat everyone with kindness whenever I can, even in the simplest of gestures.

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Living in the city is very busy and fast-paced. This, along with other commitments such as academics, may bring a lot of stress. Thus, it is important to not push your body and know when to stop or rest for a while. Choosing yourself too is a form of a loving response.

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Not taking advantage of my opportunity to learn

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Not taking advantage of my opportunity to learn

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I believe this is a commitment that can help me lead toward the more loving response to God's call. In putting effort and finding significance in what I learn, whether it'd be in my studies or when gaining insights from others, I am able to show my love as I am able to appreciate the gifts and opportunities I receive.

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There is a consistent personal desire to help others, in every way I can. By developing righteous relationships with others, it draws me closer to my ultimate dream—to pursue medicine to make a real difference in people's health and well-being.

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Journaling my thoughts, what Im grateful for, or my unprocessed feelings will allow me to look at life in a more positive note, hence be able to fully love myself and others more.

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In a world where bad things happening constantly can break our spirits and convince us that nothing matters, I think having courage to keep going and seeing the good in things is worth something. It’s important to brave through this difficult world and to be that good for other people through service and love so they see how life is worth living. This can even just be through little everyday acts of kindness.

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When my family and friends ask for help, I would readily be there and go beyond doing what the situation asks. This would mean that even after helping someone, I would try my best to check up and follow-up on them, and still be willing to come to their aid if necessary.

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It is important to be compassionate to one's self and to another. This creates a more connected world where everyone is treated with kindness and understanding.

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Successful personal growth involves adding value to not just your own life but also to the lives of others around you and to society as a whole. You may benefit from personal growth in every aspect of your life. It will help you grow emotionally and psychologically so that you may turn into a more loving, kind, and optimistic person. Additionally, having a "growth mindset" and being open to gaining new skills and knowledge aids in finding peace and happiness with circumstances beyond your control.

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Stepping out of my comfort zone by meeting new people and hearing their stories

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Stepping out of my comfort zone by meeting new people and hearing their stories

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As an introvert and someone who often keeps to herself, I've always enjoyed just being by myself or being around those I already know. I also do not go out of the house often if not for School or Church. However, while I may be able to help and love others remotely/from the comfort of my home, being physically present with somebody is much more meaningful and intimate. I believe that I have stayed too long in my comfort zone and it is time for me to actually go out and meet new people, hear their stories, and help them.

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I always want to act with sincerity and compassion, as we do not always know what the other person is going through or what their situation is. Whether its listening, observing, or being patient with others, I want to communicate well with them and exercise understanding.

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In my opinion, i feel that being there for my family and friends are one of the best ways that I can commit to do the more loving response. Just being there for them whenever they need someone to lean on is one of the best things I can do to love and support them

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A recurring problem in today's society is a lack of self-awareness that paves the way towards insensitivity and an absence of compassion. This lack may be because it is quite challenging to face realities about ourselves that may be displeasing. Moving forward then, I aim to be open to self-reflection regardless of the difficulties that it may bring. Henceforth, I can strive to be self-aware in order to ensure that my actions have true and good effects on everyone that I meet.

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I have always been very passionate about physical therapy and fitness ever since I started playing badminton and dancing. I realized that I could connect and communicate with others through physical activity. Given this, I hope to create relationships and support others in not only their physical needs, but also mental and psychosocial needs through movement.

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Kind words can go a long way just as how five loaves and two fishes can feed a crowd. If I speak more kindly to myself, I have more kindness to share to others.

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I think that although it sounds cheesey, it's always important to be able to help others in need. It's the fact that you are there for others during hard times that allows us to all enjoy the gifts that God has given us a little better.

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Last semester, a friend said to me that stepping up to take big positions in org is a result of our conviction that we have something to give that we can't do if we're only members. I've struggled with that idea for the past months, always hesitating when asking myself if I'm fit for those bigger positions. After thinking about it more in the past days, and looking at what I would like to do personally alongside what I think I should do to give back, I've persuaded myself into the idea that while I may not call myself fit right now, I want to be, and I am willing to go through and enjoy the challenges to achieve that.

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Pay more attention to the life around me 

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Pay more attention to the life around me 

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Most of the time, it feels easier to ignore everything in favor of the things I want to hear, but what if the things I need to hear lie in things that I don't necessarily want to?  I want to be able to listen to the calls and signs around me that might show me the way to go.

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Continuing organizing at our university's student chapter of Effective Altruism – taking the time to connect to people, learn from them, and encourage them to be thoughtful and rational about the ways that they can use their time and resources to do good.

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One thing that I can do that can help me make a more loving choice is if listening is more dominant in the relationship. With that, I believe that through listening we are able to learn more and more about each other and figure out how to approach one another depending on the different situations.

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It can be hard to focus with all the noise in the world around us. I pray that I can find it within myself to focus on doing what is important in the moment, for the future and not on merely doing what is easy or convenient.

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This is a photo of the sun; i think that the sun embodies choosing the more loving option because it shines light on everyone—no matter what. To choose the more loving option is choosing to love without bounds, including those that are not seen and those that are usually foresaken.

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I grew up watching people speak up for themselves and also speak for others who are too shy to share their thoughts. I strive to be a voice for those who are afraid of being judged by others, all the while, respecting other people's opinions as well.

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I want to be more present to help my friends. No matter how small or big the problem is, I want to become the person who could shed light for them, and hopefully lighten up their days ahead

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I am choosing to stop doubting myself and being constantly worried about the future. But rather, I am choosing to start putting in the work and stop procrastinating, there I believe my constant worries and doubt towards my self and future will fade away.

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I believe it is very important for all of us to practice kindness in our very lives. By doing so, we can make the world a happier place for everyone.

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Everyday, I interact with people and sometimes I may not feel it, but I believe we all leave an impact towards people we meet and talk to. As I choose to be more loving, it is important for me to reflect on my actions to always see if I have been empathetic, sensitive, and inclusive to others. This reflection helps me become more conscious of how I act around others

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I feel that before I am able to help others, I first have to help myself. I plan on doing so by reflecting on what my skills and gifts are and how I can use these to help myself and others in need.

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I aspire to be someone who speaks for the voiceless and the powerless. I do not want to be merely someone with a prestigious title. I want to be able to hone my skills and specialties to contribute to a world that is fair and just.

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This is a illustration created by one of my favorite artists, Gizem Vural. I want to utilize illustration and design to expose societal problems and to help people visualize their scale. I have a burning desire to share and amplify other people's narratives through my art in the pursuit of creating a better life.

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Being genuinely listened to is one of the best feelings ever; hence, when someone is speaking, I'm working on understanding them first, instead of responding immediately and letting my emotions get the best of me. Similarly, I'm also trying to get better at communicating my thoughts and feelings. If I want other people to see things from my point of view, then I have to clearly express myself because they can't read my mind.

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I've always loved creating art and other little things, but most of the time I have been doing these only for myself, and keeping it to myself. I can combine my love for art and the choice to do the more loving option by making art that could benefit others. Artworks can help us connect with one another, record a moment in time, make a statement, and so many more.

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Creating a safe space that encourages rest

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Creating a safe space that encourages rest

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I see that being surrounded with a community that views productivity as a main driver for worth, there is little room to promote one’s own well-being. I want to be more loving by reminding others to be loving to themselves as well; that behind each personal vocation and magis, there is also the need to practice love within as well.

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I am always there for my friends in their highs and lows, but I want to celebrate their wins. This includes when they achieve things in life as well as become better versions of themselves. I noticed how they were very proud of me when I came out of a bad place, and I hope to give them more credit and be more vocal about how I am proud of them for what they've done for themselves.

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I'm not someone who usually goes into things with very well-thought out plans, and before I even begin planning, I believe that it's key to first figure out where I am and what I can do at that point in time. Evaluating my skillset and experience is something that can launch me into truly serving my community in the best capacity.

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I noticed that the elderly is one of the groups of society that is often left out. I think it would be loving if I invited my friends to visit an elderly home, bring them lunch or merienda, spend time with the lolos and lolas and listen to their stories.

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As an incoming senior player for my team, I see a lot less of my own seniors and more of the younger, fresher recruits coming into the team. Since they are new, they still have a lot to learn and need constant guidance and instruction to get better. Because of this, I plan to be as constant of a guide as I possibly can for my juniors so that they can learn to love Judo as much as I do.

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My group of friends push me to do more loving, inclusive and right choices without looking at the cons the situation has on me. Simply checking up on them on the regular shows how selfless we can all be despite the fights we go through that no one knows of.

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One moment where I felt I could do most good was this time where I tried becoming a magistrate for a mock trial in my org. I realized that being someone who gives justice to people and becoming someone who is fair is exactly what I need to be my most loving self.