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A desire that was reignited in me is to find a way to serve others through my talents and skills. In the past few years, I think I've been growing more selfish because of how overbearing some classes have been. As a result, I have probably been spreading more negativity than positivity. I think if I can find a way to be a more positive person through my talents, I can also make the world a little more bearable.

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I've had a bit of tutoring experience through orgs, teaching other people about programming since I personally really enjoyed it. Hearing Sab Ongkiko's story made me reflect back on it, and how I could have been a better tutor. I don't know if I will go back to tutoring, but I do feel inspired to find another way to help other people through something I love doing.

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Sabs Ongkiko's story reawakened my desire to support fellow Filipinos. To buy Filipino artwork, to eat in small restaurants, and overall do my simple part in helping Filipinos become successful in their respective fields.

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The story of Sabs Ongkiko inspired me to reflect. To reflect on how I can best help others. To reflect on a pattern on my small decisions and how I could use this to find a major decision.

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My burning passion in pursuing what I love reignited within me because of Ms. Ongkiko's story. She reminded me to be passionated of what I truly love and pursue it with my utmost effort and discipline.

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Ms. Ongkiko said "wag nating piliing maging matalino, piliin natin maging magaling" which basically talks about her story. Her story inspired and taught me that the circumstances and the decisions I'm having right now are stepping stones toward to being a better person than to who I am yesterday. That the situation I'm in right now is a testimony to my success in the future.

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While watching Ms. Onkiko's TedTalk, I felt like it was very timely for me to watch it because it speaks about making decisions that would surely have an impact in my live. It really inspired me to seek out other opportunities even if it is outside of my comfort zone. The whole talk made me realize that no matter what choices I make in my life as long as it would help me love and look things in a brighter perspective. Her story really redirected me into something that make a person for others regardless of the decisions I make in life.

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Ms. Ongkiko's story really inspired me to take risks, try new things by stepping out of my comfort zone, and to pursue my dreams and things I am passionate about.
I have always been uncertain about what I wanted to do in life, but she made me realize that it's okay to discover these along the way and to never ever give up or lose hope.
It awakened the desire in me to continue to grow and be a better person each day, and also to never give in to the negative doubts or thoughts I have in my head.

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Ms. Ongkiko inspired me to have more faith in myself and to venture out of my comfort zone as it could actually lead me to greater things in life. She made me realize that sometimes taking the risk can be worth it, most especially if it's something that makes us happy or could benefit/help others in the process. Her story really moved me to rethink my life, actions, and plans.

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Ms. Ongkiko inspired me to believe in myself more and face my fears. I shouldn't hinder  from stepping out of my comfort zone and trying new things. I am reminded to do all things for Him and for His greater glory. :)

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Her story inspires me as she believes that teachers are not only there to teach, they are there to touch lives at the same time. If all our teachers were to teach with the passion and thought of ms. Ongiko, the country will be in a better place. As, it always starts with our education, through our education we have the ability to change the country for the better. This story inspires because it shows how one can choose a passion with a purpose, which makes working more enjoyable and with a motivation to do your best on a daily basis.

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I think everyone has had this moment in their lives before, feeling lost over what they want to do in their lives. No matter how prepared you seem to be for the future, because of the unpredictable nature of life it's hard to be prepared for everything. Because of this story I am even more determined to find out what I truly want from my life here on Earth. I hope as well to be able to help others through this goal I have for the future.

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What really inspired me from Sabs Ongkiko's talk is her perspective on life and what it means to be human. Instead of choosing the career path that would've opened many doors for her, she ended up choosing what she has always wanted to do: help the youth.

Her emphasis on compassion and love for others really touched my heart as it was something that I aspired to be as a kid.

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Ms. Ongkiko's story is similar to the journey of the persona in Pilgrim's Theme by Manuel V Francisco Sj and Johnny Go Sj. It can be said that she has found her own unique place in the greater scheme of things, and that is as a public school teacher doing her vocation out of her love for teaching the youth as a public school teacher. This has reminded me that the things that I love, strategy games, a gacha game called Arknights, leadership situations, program heading, being a Management student, as of this time point to me towards being a leader for a cause, a deputy of a visionary to a greater good. One of those causes of course, is spreading the good news of Kuya Jesus Christ, and helping others achieve fulfilment in their life journey by drawing closer to the LORD, our Father in heaven.

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I like when she said, "kapag nakakaangat ka na, gamitin mo ang kakayahan at talino mo para iangat ang iba" and proceeded by saying when everyone else did this, we need not rely on a single person to change the current system we live in. It actually reignited the desire to better myself in order to better the community. I knew that this desire was something I would feel often but would dismiss it as a selfish thought. I never knew that God would use this desire for me to be able to actually leverage whatever platform or position He would put me in to help people. The sad reality is, the heart is not enough. Without the means, I would be nothing and if nothing then how would I be able to speak and fight for those who have less than nothing? This is what often motivates me to attempt great things - that although I doubt myself often, or feel like there are things I would not be able to do - I am motivated to achieve because of other people. The poor, neglected, abandoned, oppressed - they need someone who will see them too.

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I think what struck me most was how she discerned her calling. In an Asian household, being a doctor would have been one of the greatest feats one could accomplish and unfortunately, the sad reality is teachers, and public school teachers for that matter aren't seen as grandiose as becoming a doctor. But she chose not what looked great but where she would become great. I think it is very humbling as most people would look at Ateneans and see them as successful businesspeople, capitalists, the snub rich kids but she literally went down from the hill and it seems like it is her greatest feat. Headlines would say she "gave up" medicine to become a public school teacher but in reality, she served where she was called.

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The story of Ms. Ongkiko has awakened my desire to be a better and loving person every single day. She reminded me how simple acts can make a big difference in other people's lives and that all of us are capable of helping others because we have our own skills to do so. By continuing to be a loving person, being of service to others would be a normal part of our lives as it would automatically come from our hearts.

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I couldn’t help but relate the story of Sabs to that of our Theology 13 lesson on Holiness. Her decisions in life both small and big embody what it means to live a life of charity. I feel inspired to do the same in my own little ways. May it be by choosing to be a loving daughter to my parents everyday or by offering my talents to where I am needed most and labouring with love. :)

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Ms. Ongkiko's story has inspired me to choose the path and vocation where I will be truly happy and at the same time, be of great help to our society. It also made me realize that our decisions in the past, no matter how simple or small it is, can greatly influence our decisions in the future. We just have to take the time to reflect and look back for us to recognize that even small actions can leave a mark and make a difference in other people's lives. This should always serve as the driving force in our lives moving forward.

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Through this video, I believe that I developed the desire to choose the more loving option. With this video, I gained a better understanding on what that entails. My biggest dream in the world is to be fulfilled when I am older. That being said, I was unsure on how to achieve that before. Now, I learned that being in service of both the community and yourself will allow you to be more fully yourself. By choosing the more loving option, I am able to reach my goal of feeling fulfilled.

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Ms. Ongkiko story inspired me to actually rethink the motives behind my choices. When deciding on what to do or what to be, there is a tendency for our actions to be driven by our own personal desires; however in the case of Ms. Ongkiko, both her personal desires and the needs of the community overlap with each other. As we are invited to chose the more loving option, one must understand on what that entails. In this case, it would be considering both your personal desires and the needs of the community.

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What struck me about Sabs' talk was her line, "Hindi lang natin intindihin and ating pagkatao, kundi paano maging tao para sa kapwa." This line personally made me realize how we should think outside of ourselves, to be more selfless and work for others. This is where we can realize a part of our purpose is which is to contribute to others, not just ourselves.

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Ms. Ongkiko's story inspired me as she pointed out how the small acts and moments of her life has actually pointed her to something greater— a profession not only for herself, but as well as for her community. Sometimes it becomes difficult to understand at the moment why such things happen and why we do such acts; however, we must realize that it may become more clear to us in the future as to what these acts and events actual mean to our whole lives, and how they may serve as the first step or guiding direction to a life of love and compassion.

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This story inspired me to pursue my dreams. My vocation in life is centered around love and service, but it has been difficult to keep on going. I am now inspired to never give up :)

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Ms. Ongkiko inspired me to choose the most loving path for myself and others. I personally believe that my purpose is just to love, so I resonated greatly with her story.

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This reminded me to be kinder--to choose the more loving option every day. Being a better person doesn't always have to be some great act. It's in the little things we do everyday that shape our character. My grandparents used to say something like: be good and the rest (in life) will follow. I also want to serve my community somehow but I honestly don't know how I'd do it yet. For now, I'll be kinder and do what I can to help so that the rest can follow.

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Ms. Ongkiko's story reminded me of a similar choice made by someone who I deeply respect. My grandmother had also studied in a prestigious university and chose to serve as a public school teacher. No one was surprised then for the same reasons as Ms. Ongkiko. I look up to people like Ms. Ongkiko and my grandmother because they're willing to do what most people would shy away from. They don't just do it out of obligation, either. They do these things out of love because that's who they are. Through their choices of kindness, they became more and more themselves. Because they could see themselves clearly, they could also see where they were needed most and chose that every single day.

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Now that I am approaching my senior year, this talk has awakened me to re-evaluate my future career path. It has drawn me to put purpose and fulfillment over my own needs and wants. Just like what Ms. Ongkiko said, I want to use my knowledge for good, whether it be through my career or continued studies. At the end, this reminded me that there are other people in need and my education has given me to power to heed their call for help.

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The story of Sabs Ongkiko inspired me because of the courage she had to shift career paths. As someone who always has a plan, this is such a daunting thing to do. She had the courage to turn down the potential opportunities of becoming a doctor and become a teacher instead. She heeded the call of society to educate public school students and saw a greater need that she can address in that sector.

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Actually, before going into this recollection, I've already decided to dedicate my career to the pursuit of environmental justice as I've realized that Mother Earth is currently the poorest and the most marginalized in our society. Watching Ms. Sabs Ongkiko's talk just strengthened this desire for I believe that, just like her, my past experiences and decisions have led me to this realization and perhaps it is the path in which I would grow and fulfill my purpose.

Moreover, I especially like what she mentioned about how small decisions lead to bigger decisions. This is because I think it can also be rephrased to "small act of kindness and compassion can lead to a big impact in society and the future." This, I think, is a great reminder and motivation for us that no matter how small our actions may seem, we can make a change--we are a part of the solution.

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Her talk reminded me of my youth advocate/volunteering days. I saw in her what I used to feel whenever I would attend and assist in community engagements: desire to grow. This desire to grow was not for my own benefit, but it was a desire to grow alongside the people we serve and serve with.

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Perhaps the message that stuck with me from her story was how the small things we do are what allows us to see the bigger picture. It made me think about how easy it is for us to overlook the small and minor decisions we make to do good for others when in reality, these decisions are what matters the most. It's easy for us to dismiss our own small efforts just because we don't immediately see its payoff, and we forget that sometimes, our presence and involvement is enough contribution to the change we want to see around us.

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As of my life right now, it seems to be going down a very predictable & thought out of, care of my own parents' plans for it. Unfortunately, I still don't know if I personally resonate with and know if I'll enjoy what they have set up for me, and the worst thing is I haven't really found my own vocation yet either. My desire to find my own calling that will both benefit others while giving me a sense of fulfillment was awakened from listening to this talk, and one day I hope I can find a compromise both between what my parents what, what I want, and what would serve the good of the community.

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I think Sab's story was inspiring because it was able to demonstrate such a genuine and wholesome expression of the ignatian value Magis. [Choosing the more loving option]. Her story showed me that the more loving option doesn't always have to be self-sacrificial. Well to some extent, there is a lot to sacrifice by choosing the loving option. But by doing so, Ms. Ongkiko shows that standing by this more loving option makes one happy; it aligns oneself to his/her passions and allows one to be more mapagmahal through small and large actions

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Sabs Ongkiko's story awakened my desire to pursue a vocation that will fulfill me or make me happy, instead of for the money, title, or even my parents' desires. God has gifted us all with unique skills and talents, thus it is important for us to be more familiar with each of our gifts so that we can willingly and happily utilize them as we establish His kingdom on Earth.

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The story of Sabs Ongkiko inspired me to not worry and stress so much about where I am at in life. For the longest time, she wanted to become a doctor; however, her sudden awakening towards her vocation to educate showed me that it's okay to be uncertain of what I am currently doing or where I will end up. One day, God's plan will unfold for itself and show me what I am truly meant to be doing with my life. I just have to keep living a life of love and goodness and when the time is right, all my "small" decisions will amount to something great— similar to her own story.

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I think it is the desire of giving oneself through kindness and generosity right here and right now.

I do always have this program in my life to become more kind, gneerous and loving when I am more complete or fulfilled in my timeline but just like Fr. Dacanay's lessons on Love where he has mentioned that "we do not need to be full of love to love or to be complete to complete/love someone."

Must I wait for the right time? Must I expect full kindness and generosity of the world just to be one? Well Iknow to some point kindness and generosity usually inspires before we become one but maybe it is not as rigid as my thoughts above.

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I think Sabs Ongkiko's life choices and story does give me some inspiration to be more loving and to be more compassionate towards my life most especially in the context of temporary frustrations of ones self, actualization and dreams in college due to the pandemic.

Maybe I always ask to myself as to why people choose the kinder, more loving and more generous choices in life even to the people they do not know the most. Why do people can sacrifice themselves for something more than themselves?

Maybe as a person who isn't fully healed with my life and probably I see these aspirations of kindness and generosity in the near future when I am more fulfilled with my life path, I still ask this question to choose goodness and being drawn to the good something morethan my personal dreams.

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I used to be someone a bit more in touch with myself in terms of reflection and self-awareness but this pandemic and the amount of work I've taken on has made that stop for me. Listening to Ms. Ongkiko's story, however, reignited a passion in me to be more aware of who I am and how I'm growing as a person. It's also made me want to reflect more on who I want to be after I graduate, and what paths I might choose to take, something I admittedly haven't thought about for a long while. It's reignited the want in me to serve others.

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I personally relate a lot with Ms. Ongkiko's story of serving and working with the youth. Ever since highschool/gradeschool all of my clubs and extra-curricular activities have also been with teaching and volunteering to help the youth in need in our country. Ever since the pandemic, I haven't been able to experience these encounters with the kids in real life in a long time which has blinded it from being my true calling. I was reignited to not let myself cloud my own judgement, but to see first hand what good I can do, ever since, and how it translates to what greater good I can do now and in the future. I should never let the challenges of today, cover the innate desire within me for the future and betterment of our community.

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After listening to Ms. Ongkiko's story, I was inspired to open my eyes to choose to serve where I am needed and where I can contribute to the community the most, no matter how scary or different it might be from my initial plans in life. I related a lot with her small decisions that encountered working with the youth, and as she reminds me to continuously look at the past as a tool to see what I'm meant to be doing at the present for the greater good of the future - not only for myself but for my nieghbors and for my love for God.

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Sabs' story has given me the willpower to proceed in every road that I find myself in, but more importantly, find a passion wherein i can be in the service of others.

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Sabs Ongkiko's story reminds me of how a calling to be in the service of others -- in her case to be a teacher rather than a medical personnel -- bears heavier weight than our own individual desires.

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The story of Sabs Ongkiko inspires me to be the best of myself and for others. It reminds me that whenever I am in pursuit of my dreams, I shouldn't think of myself only, but also for the others around me. Not only will I grow my potential as an individual, but I may also grow in solidarity with others.

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A desire to serve was moved within me. I realized that sometimes, I can be selfish and just hink about myself. i failed to see how I should chose the loving and more christ and community centered option in my life. I am moved to become more selfless and think of others more than I think of myself.

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I felt really moved that she was able to chose the moving option in her life. She made her decisions surrounding how she get better help her country become better (as a teacher). She was also very inspiring in the sense that she was able to choose to be a great teacher to help her students. It really inspires me to think more about others, instead of being self-centered and just thinking about myself/

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I have had a similar situation just like Ms. Ongkiko, where I would have several different career path desires. However, I noticed that all my desires all relate to helping people in my community. I want to help people fight for their rights and bring their truth to justice. The experiences I have had as well as the gifts that I have can help me reach my desire in helping people.

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Ms. Ongkiko's talk was truly inspiring as every decision that she has lead her to realize her true calling. I resonate to this as I believe that we should reflect on the path that we are taking to realize our true calling.

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I loved the point she made about seeking growth in discomfort, and it’s awakened my desire to discover more of myself by exploring new and unfamiliar things. In this way I hope to better myself so that I may lead others towards growth as well.

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Listening to Ms. Ongkiko’s story urged me to reflect on the path that I’m on right now. There’s so much pressure to do this and that, but I realized that it’s not necessarily about the particular career path you decide to take, but the kind of person you choose to become and what you aim to fulfill for yourself and others. With that, I feel inspired to find the more loving option in deciding my future plans.

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The story of Sabs Ongkiko reminds me of the daily choice we all have to effect positivity in our surroundings. Everybody has their own role to play in creating a better society. Lifting a quote from the late Senator Diokno, it takes a good man to be a great lawyer. Vocation is not only a path towards one's future, but the continuous choice one makes in achieving the tomorrow they dream about.

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I suddenly had this urge to get up and do something for others. I would normally have moments in my day wherein I find myself looking for something to do and end up doing unproductive things. However, I suddenly have this desire to use this free time to make a change in myself for others

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Her story drove me to move beyond my comfort zone and dwell into those areas where people truly need my assistance. There are several moments in one's life wherein one would choose a more menial task over a more serious one due to the hassle that the latter entails. However, with Ms. Sabs, this was not the point. She was able to venture out and truly answer the voice calling out to her by following it

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From Ms. Sabs Ongkiko's story, I learned that just by living our lives and being ourselves, we are able to find our true calling as how God planned it to be; and I learned how even the small decisions we make can have a great effect on the path we will eventually choose for ourselves. Therefore, this awakened my desire to follow my dreams while never forgetting to also help and serve other people; and in order to truly understand what is right for me, all I have to do is retrace my life and see what speaks to me most, in accordance to God's will.

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The story of Ms. Sabs Ongkiko inspired me to put my gifts and talents into good use, not only for myself but also for the people around me. Her story moved me to be more conscious of every decision that I will make while also being considerate of other people whom I might meet along the way because no matter how big or small the decisions we make, we never know the people whom we might end up helping; and, ultimately, we might end up helping and discovering ourselves in the process as well.

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My desire to be an ethical and compassionate entrepreneur was definitely reignited by her story. This desire never really went away, but I can say that it’s definitely stronger because of her.

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Sabs Ongkiko’s story inspires me to try and make a difference in the lives of others. She made me realize that even small actions can make a difference in the lives of others. From this short reading, I had a desire to reflect and evaluate all my actions. I am hoping that I can identify which actions allow me to help others, and I would like to continue doing these actions.

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Miss Sabs’ story inspires me to use my strengths and talents to serve the common good. She gives me hope that it is possible to do something I love while being able to help those in need.

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Her story reignited my desire to pursue my own passions that serve something greater than myself. I want to replicate what she has done in finding her calling by understanding oneself and the needs of the world.

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Ms. Sabs Ongkiko reignited the desire to serve other people. It reminded me of how it can be heart warming to share love and happiness to others with simple gestures like giving food and distributing school supplies to children. The smiling faces of those people will wash away the fatigue of working. She is very inspiring because her story is following her calling and vocation to teach others with love and kindness.

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Ms. Sabs Ongkiko inspired me to pursue the vocation that makes me happy and fulfilled. Sometimes, we think that we should get jobs that are related to our course or get a course because of the benefits. And that is perfectly fine. However, there is also a vocation that makes us happy and contented. We are called to serve His people with the talents and gifts that he has given us. She inspires me to be true to myself and be a more loving person. Being a loving person may be hard but it also manifests our compassion for another.

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The story of Sabs Ongkiko made me remember and analyze my past choices in life. She inspired me to find my true calling in life and how I can use my talents to fulfill that calling in order to make the world a better place.

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She started with making small decisions were all connected to education and youth, which then convinced her to use her passion and talents for a great cause. It reminded me that being of service to others helps understand the needs of our community and be connected to it.

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I like how she started with small initiatives towards education and it lead to the discovery of her vocation and dedicating herself to such a noble career. Her story inspired me to truly look for my vocation and calling, it reminded me of how important it is to find our calling and to find our place in society and the role we play in it.

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My desire of helping MSMEs and Science-oriented enterprises was reignited. Today, I see 4 pathways for me to help them, and this talk has prompted me to revisit those pathways.

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Her story further inspired me to go pursue the path that I'm taking. As someone who is already driven by my own purpose to achieve my career aspirations and create the social impact I want to make,  her story provided reassurance that all the small things that I am currently doing could definitely lead up to such path. Additionally, she has inspired me to be more intentful with the path and do it with more love.

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Ms. Ongkiko reminds us all that our passions and our vocations don't have to be separate as we can continue doing what we love for the sake of those who we love or will come to love. We just need to make that decision to love in our own definition of service through the alignment of our own desires with the needs of the community and the commandments of God.

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This has reminded me to be a woman for others. Coming from a Jesuit high school, I have been introduced to the idea of being a man or woman for others, but I never really knew how to apply it in everything that I do. Hearing Sab Ongkiko's story, I see examples of what it would mean to be a woman for others. The choices she made with teaching children and continuing to do this really showcases how committed she is to being this person for others. I want to be able to be this person for others in the future given my set of skills in the future as well.

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Sab Ongkiko's story inspires me to choose the more loving option. When we make decisions, we have a tendency to choose ourselves before others; Sab Ongkiko tells us that when we make decisions or commitments, we have to choose to do it well because that is what we are meant to do. This pushes me to do well in everything that I do moving forward.

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The desire to be of someone who can contribute meaningfully to this society was reignited in me. Due to burn out and confusion, I had a point in life where I just wanted to end my life and give up on everything because I always failed and I felt useless to be in this world. Hearing Sabs reminded me that others can have hope through us by giving ourselves our chance. And that's what I aspire to be again - to be someone who is able to utilize her skills and resources for the purpose of being a woman for others.

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Sabs Ongkiko, through careful discernment, realized her true purpose in life. By looking back on her experiences and skills, she decided to pursue a path in teaching. Honestly, I'm like a lost bird. I'm someone who still navigates the world looking for a place where I can call home. Listening to her story made me reflect and think about my goals and for whom I am actually doing the things I'm doing right now.

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My desire to keep going and be more courageous and confident for the people was reignited in me after Ms. Ongkiko's speech. I know that I have been limiting myself lately with what I can do because I feel lost. Despite these, I want to try again and find myself to keep going for others because they make me feel complete. And seeing others grow and become happy is what I want to know as I move on forward because I know that they can do the same for others as well. It's not enough to force ourselves to grow on our own; we have to learn to grow with others.

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"Mahirap piliin maging isang mapagmahal na tao. Kasi kailangan mong lumabas at higitan ang sarili," this was a line mentioned by Ms. Ongkiko in her speech that struck me the most. It is indeed hard to be a loving person, especially to yourself. We can keep on loving and being there for the people around us, but sometimes we are afraid to make decisions of loving our choices. I actually applaud Ms. Ongkiko on her decision to continue and look back on her small decisions. From devoting her time to kids, having a vision for them, to being the ate or even a role model. These are sometimes the dreams that we miss out on. Doing something that we enjoy or love and pursuing something we plan may be two different things for each one. But choosing the former option, in my opinion, makes us more human- it makes us more connected to the people around us and rooted. I hope one day that I can pursue and make the same decision that Ms. Ongkiko did. To have the courage to choose what she has always loved and enjoyed without any regrets.

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My desire to grow as a person was awakened in her talk. There are many things we might think we are not capable of doing until we actually try it. By making personal development a regular and important part of my life, I become more kind, more empathetic and all the other qualities and virtues that make us better people. Ultimately, becoming a better person is using those qualities in action to serve others. Service done solely for the sake of helping the community and make a difference in tthe world.

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Sab Ongkiko’s story inspires me to constantly explore new things. I have always been afraid to step put of my comfort zone because of my fear of failure. However, I should keep in mind that every decision adds a piece of a puzzle in forming yourself more. By seeking knowledge and understanding of the world around us, it opens us up to new possibilities in discovering our purpose in life.

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The story of Sabs Ongkiko inspired me to reexamine my life and truly determine my personal desires. She made me awaken a desire to serve others in everything I do. Moving forward, I will try to make impactful decisions that not only benefit me but also society. Living each day as a man for others.

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Sabs' talk inspired me to actually go out of my way to reflect upon the many decisions within my life to find my true self and what I really want to do. Moreover, she also challenged me to find how this desire within me aligns with God's plan for me and the needs of the world or the people around me. Her talk awakened a desire within me to get a greater understanding of myself and my gifts and utilize these things to establish God's Kingdom in the world and to help the people who are currently struggling.

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Sabs inspired me to help others with what I am good at or what I am passionate about. Every gift or skill can be used in helping others. You just have to hear the right calling where you think you will be happy and give the most you can

-Fajardo

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Sabs Ongkiko's story actually ignited a desire in me to pursue the path that I wasn't sure to take due to personal concerns such as expectations. Sabs Ongkiko truly showed courage and grit on her path as well as true reflection on executing her calling. I have always been insecure and would use the expectations and traditions of my family but my desire has been slowly reignited back with this speaker, and most especially by the reflection being conducted throughout this session. A lot of events go by too fast that reflection is rarely met which hinders , dies down, or even oppresses my desire.

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My desire to help others and be a person for others was awakened as I watched the talk of Ms. Ongkiko. Her story inspires me to help others around me because she says that if everyone does this, then the society will improve and this is something I am looking forward to

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Her story inspired me to be mindful of the decisions I make, whether they be small or big, because these decisions will eventually make an impact on our lives. She notes how her smaller decisions of choosing helping children with their education has helped her change her mind and become a public school teacher. I am also inspired to choose a career in the future that will help others grow and improve just like what she does as a loving teacher.

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This wasn't the first time I've heard Sabs Ongkiko give a talk as I've read an article she wrote in my THEO class last semester. Yet, I didn't understand her rationale until this video and even a further reflection on it. The courage and the reflection stage that she went through truly inspired me for she looked both inside and outside of her self, her environment, and her journey.

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Sabs Ongkiko's story made me remember the word "passion" and how much I have lost touch with that word. Recently, I have been feeling as if life is system and I am just a robot that exists to follow the norms. To follow what people tell me SHOULD be done because it is what everyone is doing or it is what will give me a bright future. When I was younger, I had a passion for reading and writing. But because of the people around me telling me that being a doctor or a lawyer is the only way to live a good life, I pushed that dream aside, quit writing, and lost the will to read books that weren't suggested by my teachers. Now, I force myself to take up math and economic subjects because it is what is deemed "necessary" in the real (corporate) world. I wish I had the willpower to turn my back on everything and pursue something that genuinely satisfies my desires like Ms. Ongkiko.

Until now, I am still unsure of God's plan for me. At the very least, I will always be grateful for all the opportunities that have come my way. This is something that I have learned to do as a follower of Christ. Hopefully this journey of mine will eventually lead me to a path of what true happiness would be for me.

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Her story inspired me to pursue things in the name of helping others and spreading love as opposed to enriching and serving myself. Thus, when I make the small choices in my life, I will do my best to choose the more loving option. Hopefully, I will be able to make a positive change in the lives of myself, others, and the community.

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Sabs Ongkiko's story inspires me to to live out the spirit of Magis or choosing the more loving option. Her story is related to the concept of vocation that I learned in my theology class this semester. It was through those lessons and this story that I fully realize that we need to reflect and be brave enough to follow our true calling. We may believe that we should choose an option because that is what we grew up with and what everyone wants us to pick. However, I, now, realize that we should do things for others and for God. We must let go of our selfishness and self-serving desires and use our talents and energy into helping the people around us. This may be scary at times, but in the end it is our choice to be brave and be a loving person.

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Ms. Ongkiko's story really reminds all of us to zoom out of our current situations, and ask ourselves if what we're doing is for the betterment of the people and society. Her story shows how she willingly chose to be a teacher, to be in service to others, instead of going for a higher paying job in the medicine industry. It really inspires me to zoom out of my work and become conscious of  my actions wherein I come to ask myself if what I'm doing can also benefit others.

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I feel that Ms Ongkiko's talk was God's way of reminding me to take a step back from everything happening around me in order to reflect and rethink about the next step I am going to take in my life. I am at that point in my life wherein "career choice" is about to take place. In making decisions, most especially big ones that will have a great impact on my future, I need to look back on my past decisions.

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This gave me a chance to realize that it is okay to be intimidated with our vocation and gave me an opportunity to have a new perspective because there will be these kinds of moments where I would be comforted into following the path that was meant for me, a person who could help others and spread kindness while doing the thing she loves and values.

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The story of Ms. Sabs Ongkiko has inspired and encouraged me to question my interests,  wants and life choices right now. I do agree with how it is important to be a loving person and this is definitely not an easy road because of the many influential factors we have growing up. Through her story, it inspired me to dig deeper into how I could be of service to others since back in high school, I would join different outreach programs yet now, I have noticed that I just end up doing actions that can only benefit me.

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Sabs Ongkiko's story inspired me to be the best version of myself and do what i love in the service of other. She emphasizes how we should help others whenever we can and that struck me. it's quite similar with how vocation works. By being stewards to one another, we can be a force of good and love.

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The desire that was awakened in me is to serve other people. But not only this, but also to be able to enjoy serving other people through what I am really capable of doing. I want to become a person that uses his own power to inspire other people and make them happy.

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Her story reminded me of what I currently am experiencing. It made me rethink my decisions and if I really am in the right path. At the mean time I am not really sure of what I want to do in life but what she said about thinking about the small decisions she made also made me think about my own small decisions and maybe I can get a glimpse of what is it that I really want. She also inspired me to go out of my comfort zone and become more confident especially when it comes to seeking my true purpose.

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Ms. Ongkiko really reminded me to reflect back to my small choices in life and rethink my career choices in the future. This is even more important because I see myself as a drifter wherein I do not really have much passions. I have just been going through life and doing what I enjoy without working towards anything big or meaningful.

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It's so easy to get carried away by our perceived notions of success and society's expectations of us. In this sense, I've lost touch of who I am and what I truly want to do plenty times in my life already. Sabs inspires me to be more mindful and reflective of how I want to live my life for the myself, but more importantly for others too.

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She taking the path that's not known to her was really inspiring. She is able to look at the situation in different perspectives and was able to see not just a path but one that she believed would be best for her. Even if it wasn't the most ideal in some people's eyes, her contribution is undeniable. The impact she created just from this talk and in her profession sends waves to thousands of individuals who maybe trying to figure out things for themselves as well.

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I guess whenever I look at my dreams. I think immediately of the result. Where is the result? Am I this person already? I fail to realize that to get there, the decisions I am currently making as I get there play a huge part of the journey. I'd always feel I will just immediately get there without putting in the effort to try to be that person. Even when I reach certain positions, I'd just expect everything to go well. I guess it really is an important reminder to make sure that you choose for what is right in every single decision I make. Aside from this, I am always afraid that I do not have enough skills, smarts, and talent to make a difference in the world. But I guess that's totally wrong. I can make a difference with what I have now. And with each trial I do I shall grow as a person together with the people around me.

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In fulfilling our God-given purpose, persevering with absolute excellence is needed. Having a purpose in itself is already an unfathomable blessing. And so, accomplishing a certain task must not be done haphazardly for the sake of merely doing it. It must rather be done with complete joy, dedication, perseverance, and excellence. This is also why Ms. Sabs Ongkiko chose not to be a teacher. She chose to be a LOVING and COMPASSIONATE teacher. There is definitely a huge difference between the two as the other would surely make a huge impact to the lives of those she is surrounded with. I am indeed reminded to fulfill my God-given purpose through serving with excellence. And I believe that throughout my journey here, I can trust God even in the gray areas of uncertainties of excellence at times. These gray areas are placed in our lives to further strengthen our God-given purpose and not the other way around. It is to recognize that fulfilling our purpose with excellence is not dependent on our strength but His.

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Contrary to what most people believe, Sabs Ongkiko has reminded me that life is beyond living and existing for your own purpose and desire. Every single one of us has a passion planted into our hearts and it is our responsibility to take action and use this not for our own selfish desires, but to glorify God and share His love through this undeniable gift and talent. I come across stories often of people feeling empty despite their recognizable success in this world. It has always reminded me that real joy is not dependent on gaining the world's version of success. Sabs Ongkiko is a living testimony of this. She is a constant reminder that fulfillment comes from living your God-given purpose. Because she followed her God-given passion, God guided her in every step of her journey, even those very little decisions that may seem insignificant for others. I am thus inspired to persevere in every aspect of my life, not because I aspire to gain, but because I aspire to live a life for the manifestation of God's love for others that would lead to the betterment of. their lives. I would follow God's calling not for myself but for Him and others, knowing real fulfillment is found in this and not on the tangible success this world deems to be.

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Contrary to what most people believe, Sabs Ongkiko has reminded me that life is beyond living and existing for your own purpose and desire. Every single one of us has a passion planted into our hearts and it is our responsibility to take action and use this not for our own selfish desires, but to glorify God and share His love through this undeniable gift and talent. I come across stories often of people feeling empty despite their recognizable success in this world. It has always reminded me that real joy is not dependent on gaining the world's version of success. Sabs Ongkiko is a living testimony of this. She is a constant reminder that fulfillment comes from living your God-given purpose. Because she followed her God-given passion, God guided her in every step of her journey, even those very little decisions that may seem insignificant for others. I am thus inspired to persevere in every aspect of my life, not because I aspire to gain, but because I aspire to live a life for the manifestation of God's love for others that would lead to the betterment of. their lives. I would follow God's calling not for myself but for Him and others, knowing real fulfillment is found in this and not on the tangible success this world deems to be.

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I think the Ms. Ongkiko's story inspired me to trust that regardless of where I will go and what I will become in the future, one way or another there will always be the option to love and be loving towards others. This may not always be the most comfortable or most favorable option but to love even the unlovable is what allows us to go beyond and see beyond our own world and realize what we can offer to the world in our own unique way. As of now I would say that I cannot tell what I can uniquely offer to the world yet, but I am hopeful that throughout my journey the Lord will allow me to meet people and go through experiences that would allow me to realize that.