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This is a world cafe talk with resource speakers representing single, married, and clerical / ordained life. This is my way of helping the participants discern which state of life they are called to be a more loving person.

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This is the logo of Y Combinator (YC) - a startup accelerator based in San Francisco. YC is regarded as the top accelerator in the world and many compare it to top ivy league schools in terms of prestige. Besides giving accepted startups $500k in funding, YC also gives advice from accomplished former founders which is extremely valuable to the next generations of startup founders. After becoming a successful startup founder, I'd like to emulate YC in the Philippines and provide mentorship and funding to the next generation of founders here in the Philippines

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This picture represents disinformation, and my goal is to use the knowledge, skills, and methods I've learned throughout my course to create software information systems that minimize data corruption and/or data manipulation from unwanted sources. Using the skills that I will encounter throughout my journey in college, I will do what I can to combat data corruption and disinformation to give organizations a clearer insights as to what their data truly imply and how they can move forward with the information they are given.

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The image above depicts a food drive after a natural disaster. We all choose to be "more" when we give just for the sake of alleviating someone else's suffering. And to me that speaks volumes about the level of kindness humanity is capable of at its peak. I plan on finishing my degree and donating to food drives/banks and to other charity drives as often as I can. This is my tiny but not insignificant contribution to alleviating suffering and investing in humanity's future.

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Isabella Guerrero - Giving all I can offer

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Isabella Guerrero - Giving all I can offer

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I have many plans for how I can serve the community and help the people around me, I aim to put up non-profit organizations that serve those in need. However, I realize that in this time, all I can do is to give my best in the places I can and to constantly better myself for those around me. I am preparing myself to be equipped to handle what is in store for me in the next season of my life, so I can be the best for the people I am going to serve.

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The photo above is a group photo of MDYMCA Youth Club, the first non-profit organization I joined. Here, I experience the spirit of volunteerism. I think actively volunteering to social projects is a more loving choice.

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Data-driven Solution to the World's Problems - Andre Dumandan

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Data-driven Solution to the World's Problems - Andre Dumandan

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Attached to this post is an image where networks of data float around the Earth. As I pursue my passion in Data Science and Analytics, I want to be able to utilize my skills to serve other people. I know for a fact that data provides solutions to many of problems, may it be economical or improving the efficiency of something.

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[Louise Piedad] Joining Kythe-Ateneo and serving the kids

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[Louise Piedad] Joining Kythe-Ateneo and serving the kids

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When I was a freshman, I decided to join Kythe-Ateneo in an effort to help alleviate the psychosocial stress of kids with chronic illnesses such as cancer. Unfortunately, because of the pandemic, we have only been able to do this online (through zoom). Nevertheless, I find so much meaning whenever I am able to make a kid smile or laugh and I plan to continue to do this until I graduate next year.

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As an avid reader of all forms and cultures of animation and comics, I find that sometimes, entertainment is the best form of solace for a sad heart. A lot of people may find animations and comics childish and immature, or perhaps even a waste of time. But these things put a smile on people's faces. And although some people may call this escapism, but for those in dark places, the few moments where they smile are often all the more precious and how great would it be if I were to become someone who can put a smile on someone else face, even if for the briefest moment?

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This recollection made me realize how much opportunities I encounter on a day-to-day basis which allows me to be a more loving person who can help those around me and to make the world a better place. However, because I get so caught up in my own life, stress and worries, I tend to choose the option that benefits me the most/the one that aligns with my wants/needs the most. With this in mind, I wish to work on changing/building a better mindset and continuously putting these new perspectives into actions. Hence, one of the steps I wish to take would be joining social orgs and actively volunteering to social projects in spite of it being outside my comfort zone.

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During my time in SHS, my group and I chose to advocate for individuals with special needs and physical disabilities. Throughout our project, we were able to meet and talk to businesses that hire employees with physical and mental disabilities (Deaf, Mute, Down Syndrome, etc.). Through our project, we were able to spread the importance of employing individuals (w/ disabilities) in hopes of encouraging more businesses to partake in the advocacy as well.

- Shaun Go

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I started an organization two years ago with my friends in response to the calamities that affected nearby regions. We were able to raise funds and support more than 100 families. Given the efforts that we have made, we were able to plan for more sustainable programs that provide health information and support to communities in Baguio City. As of the moment, we are still in the process of screening and assessing community members of our chosen Barangay. It was never an easy job to give your service to others, the more difficult it is when you put it on a community level; however, these are just setbacks. Every day is a new opportunity to get back stronger and continue with our vocations.

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I've been sharing my art, literary works, and other written thoughts online through a personal website since 2014. I do not remember now why I had started it in the first place (I can only recall being motivated and full excitement as I developed the website and my crafts) but over time my vision for it has gotten clearer. As I finish my undergraduate and move forward with further studies in philosophy as well as venture into basic education teaching, I want to continue sharing through my "café" things that I create and learn which help me understand this life I have with the newfound hope of helping others wonder about their own existences as well.

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Given my interest in cooking, a plan I would like to pursue in the future is to participate in feeding programs where I can cook nutritious meals for the needy. On another note, I could also take inspiration from one of FoodShare's programs (pictured above) wherein homeless people are given the opportunity to prepare and cook their own meals with the assistance of experienced chefs. I feel it would be fun for me to teach participants new recipes while also providing them with an adequate supply of ingredients and cooking utensils such that they can make the dishes at home.

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As of now, one of the goals in my life that I am working towards on is to create a business of my own. Through this business, I want to be able to provide employment opportunities to the needy since rate of employment heavily affects those under the poverty line

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The photo illustrates what I want to do when I'm financially stable and on my own. Lately, I've been watching videos of a man helping homeless Americans in Tucson, Arizona and when I watch these types of videos, it makes me want to help the poor and homeless. To summarize my plan of action, when I achieve my own personal goals, I will then use the gifts I received to give to others.

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All I simply want to do is give back to the world where I came into existence. My most important goal for the future is to find a way to become rich so that I have resources that I can give to people in need. I'm currently finding ways to earn money so that I can have capital to start my own business, then this business will be what I use to acquire the resources that I will share with those I know need it the most

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Pat Chan Lim - Self-care
I’m a firm believer that before I can share a part of myself with others, I need to learn how to care for myself first. More often than not, I stretch myself too thin, and I end up not being able to be “there” for my friends, family, org mates, and myself as much as I’d like. Thus, I believe the more loving option (for both myself and those around me) is to take care of myself as I learn and grow with others—hopefully this will create a positive ripple effect on myself and those I meet.

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From now on in everything that I do, I want to devote my actions in showcasing more sympathetic consciousness for others and doing what I can in my power to lift it. The picture focuses on a group of hands that are stacked on each other and joined together to highlight the theme of "togetherness." This is essentially what I want to show and do for others, give my support and help change their lives for the better.

-Pablo Capati IV

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As of now, I still don't know what I want to become nor what I want to do in the future. However, I am sure that no matter what happens, I will help people when I am already successful, when I am able to pay back to my family, and give blessings to others. I specifically want to help the poor and the needy if I can, I want to be able give them food and comfort.

-Mark Macam

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I am not completely sure about the future or what I want to do exactly, but all I know is that I want to be of service to the community. I want to give without expecting anything in return. I want to be a true servant of the people and a servant of God

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This is an image of an emergency room to remind me of a cannonball experience which changed my life and introduced me to several wonderful people. As I go forward in life, I hope to be able to affect others in a manner similar to how I was affected during my time in the ER. From this point on, my actions aim to positively impact those around me in whatever way I can, be it through large actions or small expressions.
- Rainel Faminialagao

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I Love The Whole World (1999) by Agnes Martin

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Above is an abstract painting by one of my favorite painters, Agnes Martin. It's entitled I Love The Whole World; it doesn't look like much, but the output you see isn't what you're supposed to focus on, but the fact that the artist created it. While creating her work, Martin focuses on reflection and most of her pieces are titled on what she reflects on: I like to imagine that what she did was think about all of the things that makes her love the world and life in general. I like to relate this piece to the things I'll do to serve others: that it's not always about what I get in the end, but rather, what I gain from reflecting on my actions as I serve others with what I'm skilled at.

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Joining Ateneo Gabay and helping public school students [Sam Escobar]

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Joining Ateneo Gabay and helping public school students [Sam Escobar]

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Joining Ateneo Gabay was really my favorite part in my freshie year. I am happy to be part of an organization where we advocate quality education for every student to be able to maximize their potentials and have a better future. Being an atenean scholar, I believe it is also my responsibility to give back and share the privilege that I have that Ateneo has given me.

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These are a family of Calico and Ginger cats Infront of the CTC building. Since seeing all the cats around Ateneo lounging around, I have now brought cat food every onsite day to campus to feed the cats I pass by. I have now also joined the Agila org within Ateneo to advocate for animal welfare. I want to help these cute cats to get well fed and healthy. (Also, AGILA org is currently taking any small donations to feed the Ateneo cats)

-Marc Simeon

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We live in a world where most people, including me, are glued to their screens 24/7, prioritizing their work and own entertainment instead of those around them. But I have learned my lesson and from now on plan on prioritizing others by being alert and lending an ear. After all, what many people needs in this era are those that can listen to problems without judgement.

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Inspiring Other IMC Leaders - Alexi Binay

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Inspiring Other IMC Leaders - Alexi Binay

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Although I'm still in the process of discovering what my vocation is, I believe that I am currently called to inspire fellow CTM majors like me to be Integrated Marketing Communication leaders within and beyond the Ateneo. Within my home organization, I plan to reach out to fellow members and be of service for them in any shape or form --- it can be either through our projects or when any member may need any CTM-related needs. My commitment to do the more loving action is through doing service in a community that I have a lot of love and passion for.

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My family has always tried to participate in helping the poor as a means to give back. I always enjoyed doing these type of things because it felt like I was spreading joy to others. Seeing kids being happy to receive new toys, others with new shoes and clothes, there can be so much done with so little for others and I truly find happiness in that

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[Desiree Chua] Joining Tugon and serving the girls and babies

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[Desiree Chua] Joining Tugon and serving the girls and babies

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Ever since joining Tugon Ateneo, I was able to understand the true meaning of empathy. Being part of an organization that's passionate about its advocacy is something that I'm very proud of. Here, I was able to make it a mission to always be no doubt, all out, for the girls and babies.

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My definition of programs and applications is that they are created in order to simplify things. As an aspiring programmer, I would like to help other people through the applications that I will produce in the future. Hopefully, I will be able to help in simplifying the many complex problems that the world currently has.

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As a member of Ateneo Celadon for 2 years now, I plan to share what I have learned with the underclassmen. Besides these, I plan to also be the "big brother" that I would have wanted when I was a freshie as well. For me, to do the more loving choice means to put others first and I believe that I am able to achieve this by being more selfless and thinking about what I would have wanted and needed if I were in their situation.

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This picture represents stopping the process, in this case spreading, the toxicity present in the environment I was in when I was growing up. Knowing how it affected me, I will make sure not to bring those tendencies with me as I become a part of other people lives, and if I have children of my own. Although sometimes, some of that toxicity is still in me, I try my best to unlearn everything, and do everything I can to make it up to those I hurt, and from that, I feel good for working towards breaking he cycle I found myself in.

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Since I am limited and restricted in things I can do, for now, my way of showing my vocation is through my actions and words with my parents and the people around me. In short, I can express my vocation by showing my love for all. I can be a good student in front of my parents by maintaining the gift I have right now. I can be a good friend to the people around me by making themselves comfortable with me and making sure that they feel my love and care for them. Lastly, I can be a good citizen by following the laws, being a critical thinker, and being the catalyst for a better change.

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Being in 5th year most of my friends have already graduated, thus most of the time I'am alone in campus. And, when I ask my friends to do things most of them would pass as they are busy and our free times do not really match. What I can do is to be more understanding of people's time and their current situation. :)

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Uplifting our agricultural sector - Miguel Lazatin

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Uplifting our agricultural sector - Miguel Lazatin

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I've learned of the importance of having a stable agricultural sector and its connection with our currently poverty mainly found in the rural areas. We already have a farm and agricultural business but I hope to expand it sometime in the future to provide more jobs for those struggling in rural areas. I want to provide them with fair wages, proper training and efficient equipment so that they may have stable financials

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Brotherhood and Companionship - Rheyton Carino

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Brotherhood and Companionship - Rheyton Carino

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I will always try to be a good brother and friend because as a person who wants to be with my friends I want to take care of my friends and family because I believe that one of life's beauties is being able to be with those you love no matter what the emotion.

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Back in high school, my friends and I would volunteer in our school to help the less fortunate by packing and distributing relief goods. I think that volunteering in these projects help me to become a more loving persion since volunteering requires a lot of time and effort.

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Once I graduate I aim to go to Canada so I could earn for my family and be able to provide for them and give them whatever they want. This is not only applicable to my immediate family but also to our other relatives who have helped us in the past. Earning will also enable me to donate what I can to organizations that can support those who are in need.

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As an aspiring entrepreneur, I want to be able to be of help to those around me by providing jobs to those who are in need.

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I am often lost as to what I should do, however my parents have always advertised what my future could be. However, they do not smother me with it, instead they simply suggest it and wait for my decision. That's why I want to follow my parents' path. The future they advertised is one that helps others in need which coincides with my desires.

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With the recent passing of my father, I feel a calling to be closer and spend more time with my family. I genuinely have the need to have a greater connection and be there for my family especially now when we need it most.

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I believe I can be God's instrument or vessel in reaching out the poorest of the poor in my own simple way and be able to at least be a light to them, literally and figuratively. This, in a way is my gesture of validating my purpose in life.

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With tech being at the core of what we aim to achieve in our course, we are always pushed to find new opportunities to create innovations in the way we live life. This recollection has allowed me to view the goals that we have for our career to be an avenue to share my gifts and talents with those who are in need. Despite my career only being in its early years and not yet having enough resources and capability to enact great change in the world, starting out with small efforts just like the five loaves and two fishes will multiply into plentiful gifts to be shared with the rest of the world.

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Loyola Gaming's 3rd Year Anniversary Dinner

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Here's a picture of almost all the current vital people that kept Loyola Gaming running for three years. The organization always served as a place for the Atenean gaming community to learn and apply their skills and expertise in their passion, which is gaming. Being part of Loyola Gaming is my way to use my gifts, skills, and expertise to serve people, which in this case is the gaming community.

- Cheigh Kieghron Tan

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I think the biggest commitment and contribution I can make is to continue being there for others, be it family, friends, or even a stranger—everyone needs and deserves to be acknowledged. While it isn't anything noble or grand, I spend a few minutes of my days talking to the acquaintances, friends, guards, custodians, taxi drivers, cashiers, or whoever, whenever I can. I just feel that if I were in their shoes, I would enjoy having a moment of catch-up with friends or being seen more than just what I do for my job. It also helps me practice and improve my communication skills so it's a win-win situation.

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As I have mentioned before, I wish to take up Law to help others find justice. I find that I may be able to practice this in the military field as that is something I wish to do eventually as well. However, if not, then I don't mind being a civilian lawyer.

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This photo above is a picture of me and my student in her taekwondo belt test exam. The recollection inspired me to take a step back and reflect on my lesson plans and see how can I teach with more love and compassion. A part of this is learning to be even more patient and understanding with my students. Here, this is a picture of one of my students who have struggled for the past 3 months. But with a different type of approach and patience, she was able to break her first board. Teaching with compassion is so much more fulfilling than getting things done. There's much more joy when love is involved with everything you are doing.

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As I slowly gained more clarity about what I wanted to do in the future, I also realized that I could be more if I were to become a lawyer for the people. At present, pursuing justice has never been harder, especially when the people in power are the ones hindering it in the first place. Nonetheless, I will still strive to pursue my studies and become a lawyer who can actively defend the oppressed and everyone else.

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Carlo Cantoria - Public / Motivational Speaking via Hosting

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Carlo Cantoria - Public / Motivational Speaking via Hosting

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One hidden talent I realized lately was my ability to be vocal and to make the crowd listen to me. Public Speaking / Hosting was something I never thought I would have as a skill, and it encouraged me to be a host of various events which enabled me to help motivate others. Through this, I want to be the voice of the voiceless, and I commit to be a person of hope.

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While I am still quite unsure of my vocation, a general act of service that I'd be able to do regardless of my career is to provide for those in need, through donations and charity drives. It may be the most simple or typical form of helping others, but that doesn't take away from the fact that it can save lives and alleviate burdens off of others. My parents themselves are active in making donations and personally reaching out to those in need, so I intend to continue their service as I build a career of my own.
- Juan Lacanienta

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As a people pleaser, I decided to finally do something for myself--pursuing my passion for the arts (chose the photo because I like writing stories, plays, and particularly enjoy writing lyrics). I think this is my loving choice/ response to God's call because in doing so, I can work on knowing myself and in turn maximize my skills and knowledge, share these with my community, and be a better, loving person in the process because I'll be loving myself and what I do.
- Yela Laserna

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A few months ago, when Typhoon Odette hit some parts of the Philippines, my friend and I decided to help in packing relief goods for donation. At first, I didn’t want to because it was Christmas season at that time and a busy month for most of us. I decided to go instead because I haven’t seen my friend in so long, and it turned out to be one of the most fulfilling experiences of my life. It made me want to do more for the people and have a deeper sense of compassion and love.

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On a daily basis, committing small acts of kindness to help those in need is something that everyone needs nowadays in order to feel God’s presence and calling. Small actions such as carrying the bag of a friend that is having a difficult time or spreading positive words of affirmation to our loved ones are overlooked actions that create an everlasting impact towards others.
-Pauline Ibuyan

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My plan is to do what I've always done. After I realized that I did not want to compete anymore, I want to lift others up with me whenever they need it, using my talents and learnings for them.

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In today's world, I believe we are quick to judge and draw conclusions when we encounter any sort of inconvenience. We fail to realize that there are two sides to a coin and we leave ourselves vulnerable to negativity. When we are on the road, we are quick to fault others for their behavior. Why is this person driving too slow? Why is this person driving too fast? We end up calling others all sorts of things and in the heat of the moment, we fail to be empathic. We fail to consider that the other person may be tired from a long day of work or could be rushing a loved one to a hospital. Whatever the reason may be, being understanding is the first step one can take to making more loving decisions.

- Josemari Suarez

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The picture above was a screenshot from a performance I choreographed and taught to my family for our lola's 80th birthday celebration. I love how we made so many fond memories during practice, how everyone had fun learning and dancing, how it acted as a stress reliever for some, and how it united us and brought us closer as a family. Though I have not been dancing as much over the pandemic, my love for dance has not faded, and my dream to share this with others remains. Now that I am in my third year of taking up BS psychology, I want to take this dream further and incorporate dance into my psych practice and future therapies. I hope that others can find an outlet in dancing and the arts, the same way I have.

- Sabina Verzosa

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I plan to be of service to others by donating whatever I have that I can. Donating not only material resources, but time, service, effort and love. This in a way is my way of being a loving witness to God's saving grace

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The power of words is something people tend to forget or misconstrue. Hearing people out, teaching them what's right and what's wrong, and perhaps telling our own stories will help those in need. While it might be odd or something minute, talking often leads to understanding and helping one another.

- Naia Mateo

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Everybody lives their own lives in this vast world that we live in. These lives all come with their own difficulties and rough patches. By being compassionate for one another, we're able to give each other the comfort and belongingness that they may need in order for them to gain the motivation and drive to keep striving to become the best version of themselves, which may even lead them to perform their key role for society.

- JF

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When I graduate, I plan to be either a doctor or work in the field of environmental sciences. As of now, I'm leaning toward practicing environmental consultancy. I find the act of preserving the environment just as loving as saving lives as a doctor. On one end, I can save lives now as a doctor. Or, on the other hand, I can save or make sure the environment is still there for future people.

-Raffael Valera

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A goal I have in life is to further destigmatize mental health issues and being open to vulnerability. If I have the funds, I am willing to create a hotline that people can contact in hard times. Especially now that we are transitioning to the onsite setup, it can be a bit hard trying to juggle our priorities. -Luis Roberto Cruz

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[Kai Dela Cruz] - Building a Safe Environment

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[Kai Dela Cruz] - Building a Safe Environment

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I believe that access to safe public transportation is a basic human right in our modern world and as a biker, I also believe in having safe bike lanes and pedestrian sidewalks and crosswalks. I was priviledged enough to grow up in a  city where majority of the people commute (public transpo.), bike, walk, or carpool to work. This made me love and appreciate people more as you see them work together without even knowing this. Although I'm an IR student, I plan on taking what I learn about IR and its politics, and further my study with a more in-depth focus on urban planning/development. This is so that everyone can feel safe and proud in the environment they live in.

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I plan to serve and guide children, especially from the margins of society, to a brighter future by pursuing teaching and advocating for quality education. Overtime, I saw how the education system in the Philippines continues to deteriorate and how it steals away the dreams of countless poor children, making them unable to escape the grips of poverty. I believe my purpose is to give them hope that, despite all of these problems, they can still dream and live the lives they deserve.

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Helping others in Life- Lordricc Parungao

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Helping others in Life- Lordricc Parungao

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This experience helped me understand how many possibilities I come across every day that enable me to be a more compassionate person who can support others around me and improve the world. I do, however, have a tendency to select the option that best serves my needs and interests since I tend to become mired in my own life's stress and problems. In light of this, I want to concentrate on developing a healthier attitude and consistently applying these fresh viewpoints. Therefore, even if it is outside of my comfort zone, one of the measures I want to take is to join social organizations and actively volunteer for social causes.

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Our life is more meaningful if we share our joys and sorrows with other people. Personally I want to always be present in the most important milestones of the lives of the people that I love (family, friends, etc.). And so, I pledge to always be by their side through the good and the bad times, to be there to listen if they need it, and to make sure that they wouldn't feel alone in times of their hardships.
-Mitch Claudio

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Sustainability for the next generation - sharmain domingo

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Sustainability for the next generation - sharmain domingo

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As I look back on my experiences before, I connected that I am more loving when there are children and nature involved. I volunteered twice in school to donate goods for the orphans, I celebrated my birthday with the orphans in Marikina as well, I joined AIESEC to know more about the SDGs and chose to focus on SDG 13 (climate action) for a better environment for the next generation. Having said this, one of my concrete plans would be determining the big goals (Volunteerism, Environmental Planning, Etc) as it would dictate how i can make decisions and actions in a daily basis - knowing that I am still studying and working at the same time.

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Everyone is entitled to quality education. [Paul Bañares]

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Everyone is entitled to quality education. [Paul Bañares]

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My plan to choose the more loving response is through advocating for quality education to everyone. As I grow older, wiser, and more financially capable, I plan to start my own scholarship program for children who are willing to get quality education but are unable to due to financial reasons. The old proverb, "

Give a man a fish, and you feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish, and you feed him for a lifetime" is a quick way to explain the more loving choice I want to pursue.

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I aim to better myself and ultimately develop my gifts to be a better vessel to help others. To do things whole-heartedly for God, my country, my family and myself.

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One of the things I aim to always be is to become a good listener. Oftentimes, our friends, family and strangers can feel burdened by the weight of problems and it can be really tough to keep these problems to ourselves. Sometimes, we just need to release, rant and tell someone about these hardships. I would love to be that person to my peers and be that person to the world.

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This is a photo of me teaching a catholic view on voter education in one of our barangays. One of the few volunteer work that I do.

These past few years, I have been overly concerned about my future and how I can achieve my goals and dreams. I took up a course I knew would give me the best opportunities because my dreams involved things that would cost money. I also let go of my interests because they were not relevant to what I am doing now.

In a way, because I lost myself, I also lost my ability to share love through what I do best. Because I deemed things as "irrelevant" I stopped volunteering unless truly needed. As mentioned in one of the talks in this asynch recollection, I need to take a step back and view the details of my life as building blocks of myself.

Lately, I have been interested in education. So perhaps, this can be my way of giving love and spreading it.

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Although a bit more abstract, I've actually been practicing this already for many years as best as I can. I would want to continue living my life as a compassionate person. I want to be a person that makes caring about other people as a way of life, not a choice.

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Throughout my life, I think that one of the better qualities I have is having soft skills, being empathetic and sympathetic with people and their problems. Most of my friends feel extremely comfortable sharing their problems with me and they also feel much better after. Hence, especially in these trying times, with COVID-19 still happening, I make it a point to always be there for my family and friends, offering my support to them when they need it. The picture I posted is Discord because that is the social media platform that I mostly use when hanging out with my friends and offering them support.

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I believe that when I started working out, my energy significantly increased. This led me to have a greater contribution to my communities as my high-energy self helped out others in every opportunity I had. Aside from this, it is also the more loving option for yourself, as by working out, you are strengthening your own body which is God's temple.

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Since the start of the pandemic, I have been feeding strays in front of our house. From this, I find joy that I am able to care for one of God's greatest creations, which are animals. Soon, when I start my own business and have the money to begin, I want to create a feeding program for poor people and strays.

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Volunteering for OrSem is not easy because it is physically tiring and we have to balance it with acads/ org work. But, year after year, I still choose to come back and give back to the Ateneo community.

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Sharing my passion for inclusive and accessible tech and design education through being active in organizations

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Sharing my passion for inclusive and accessible tech and design education through being active in organizations

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As someone who is studying in the tech field, I have been inspired by leaders in my community to make tech more accessible to all sectors — whether it be through helping in sharing equal opportunities towards tech education, guiding aspiring leaders in our community, or through crafting thoughtful tech products that do not leave out any members of society. It's important as well to recognize the negative effects that technology has had on our lives, and I feel this is something I should help in alleviating as I pursue my vocation. -Jon Christi Andrea Perez

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My family inspires me to be a better man. My parents taught and guided me to be a person who I am, and my sisters has always been supporting me in my journey. In my daily choices, I do things that I can make them proud.

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Growing up, there are times when I do not agree with a lot of rules and values my parents impose on me. To rebel against this, I sometimes lie to them and disobey their orders without them knowing. I acknowledge that this is a major aspect of weakness in my life and I strive to change this in order to show respect to my parents as this is one of the commandments that God has made for us.

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[Fernando Jimenez] Donation Drives and Volunteerism

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[Fernando Jimenez] Donation Drives and Volunteerism

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Back in December 2021, for the first time I had participated in a donation drive. I believe it's one of the many ways I can help people who need it. It was a wonderful experience and it's very worthwhile especially when you know that your efforts come from a place of love.

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TRISHA CRUZ 4 AB DS
As a Development Studies student, I am taught to work with and for others. I have learned about myself that I enjoy fostering relationships and bringing people together, as well as contributing to resolving community or societal problems. And so, as far as I can plan, my concrete action to do the more loving choice involves two steps: continuing to learn about community development (in both the academic field and on-the-ground work) and seeking opportunities to apply what I learn and develop. These two steps are the loving choice, both for myself and for the people I wish to help.

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Serving in Church Org - Logan Torrechante

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Serving in Church Org - Logan Torrechante

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This year I have joined my church youth org as an officer. I think this makes me a more loving person because here, I can help people become closer to God while serving Him. Aside from this, I get to go out of my comfort zone and work with people of different ages and even host our events (pictured; was host for this session). I think this is also the more loving option because despite my acads, leisure, and rest times already taking all of my time, I still choose to work in this org and manage to balance my workload (or at least try to).

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This picture depicts how each person helps each other people grow. I've learned that I want to build a nonhierarchical company that finds unique talents in people and innovates machines that make life easier.

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I am fortunate enough to say that I have already found my vocation in life which is to write stories. Ever since I was a child, I have always been fascinated by fantasy and the amazing worlds that can sprout from an author's mind. Creating stories with a narrative driven by relevant themes like love, acceptance, perseverance is a vocation that I am doing and will continue on doing as it brings joy and lessons to my readers.

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My plan is to start small, like serving my org, and gradually do more as opportunities start to arise. I promise to do my best in all the duties given to me.