https://padlet.com/campusministryls/FrGasconMagis Magis: The More Loving Option en-us 2021-09-07 09:51:34 UTC 2024-11-13 14:16:55 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.com/campusministryls/FrGasconMagis/wish/1748523713 I believe that this photo of the setup I use for my academic work captures my spirit of Magis. Though it may look dreary from face value, the fact that I see this setting every single day for the past year and still have the energy to look forward to the next day is amazing to me. I believe that this energy comes from looking forward to becoming a more responsible individual, who is able to contribute to their community with love and compassion.]]> 2021-09-17 12:26:03 UTC https://padlet.com/campusministryls/FrGasconMagis/wish/1748523713 https://padlet.com/campusministryls/FrGasconMagis/wish/1750035016 This photo is what keeps me motivated to practice magis. For me, this photo embodies reward, self-care, warmth, and being comfortable, in a sense it works as a reward system at the end of the day. Its something I look forward to when I am done for the day, and when I just want to relax with my friends, family, or even by myself. I feel like if I didn't have this type of motivation, I would be breaking myself mentally, and exhausting what could have been a potential.]]> 2021-09-18 05:25:37 UTC https://padlet.com/campusministryls/FrGasconMagis/wish/1750035016 https://padlet.com/campusministryls/FrGasconMagis/wish/1765241508 For me, an image at the moment that will best remind me and inspire me to practice the spirit of Magis would be one of the K-pop boy group, Seventeen. The reasoning behind it would be because they are passionate and work hard for the sake of doing what they love and also for the sake of the people that support them, which I find inspirational. Furthermore, watching them support one another reminds me of those around me – my family and friends, who never fail to show their love and care for me, help me discern, and motivate me to continue doing my best.]]> 2021-09-24 09:10:57 UTC https://padlet.com/campusministryls/FrGasconMagis/wish/1765241508 https://padlet.com/campusministryls/FrGasconMagis/wish/1767168493 The photo of me teaching statistics would be one of the most consequential images that will best remind and inspire me to practice the spirit of Magis. Since statistics analysis is a very complicated topic for high school students, I opted to use my skills and talents to help these students needing assistance in interpreting their data. Thus, I hope that I will continue to hone my skills in the field of engineering and mathematics.]]> 2021-09-25 10:15:13 UTC https://padlet.com/campusministryls/FrGasconMagis/wish/1767168493 https://padlet.com/campusministryls/FrGasconMagis/wish/1801827462 This image is the view I get outside my window where I get the most of my thinking done whenever I need to contemplate something or make a big decision. This view always makes me remember every big decision I made and helps me focus on making decisions that I would never regret, to choose to be more than what I already am for myself and for others. ]]> 2021-10-08 06:14:14 UTC https://padlet.com/campusministryls/FrGasconMagis/wish/1801827462 https://padlet.com/campusministryls/FrGasconMagis/wish/1801890806 This photo of the Ateneo is a symbol that helps me be reminded of the times when i usually reflect on what i did when going back home from school. The times that i reflected here on red brick road has helped me realize and understand what i have accomplished to help me reach that point in my life. It helps me look forward more into the future and to continue doing things that makes me be fulfilled and things that helps me become a better person to the people around me.]]> 2021-10-08 07:01:06 UTC https://padlet.com/campusministryls/FrGasconMagis/wish/1801890806 https://padlet.com/campusministryls/FrGasconMagis/wish/1801924550 This is a picture of one of my favorite characters in a game I'm currently playing and I believe I relate to him a lot on the surface level since he is always perceived as scary, intimidating and cold to distance himself from others, but deep down, he always puts others ahead of himself and prioritize their well-being instead. This is one thing I realized about myself throughout quarantine and I used to have a very unhealthy mindset about it by caring more about my friends and family than myself. Once I started to change my perception and learned to put myself in front as well, not only am I able to make others happy, but myself as well, and I believe that being a more loving person by doing magis, is not just limited to giving love to others, but include yourself as well because you deserve as much love as every other person in the world.]]> 2021-10-08 07:22:06 UTC https://padlet.com/campusministryls/FrGasconMagis/wish/1801924550 https://padlet.com/campusministryls/FrGasconMagis/wish/1802778545 For me, something that reminds me to practice the spirit of Magis is this picture of Gesu or pictures of any area in Ateneo. It reminds me of my roots, where I come from, and reminds me why I do the way I do. Ateneo inspires me to be the best version of who I am, and makes me want to do even better to serve God. ]]> 2021-10-08 15:13:50 UTC https://padlet.com/campusministryls/FrGasconMagis/wish/1802778545 https://padlet.com/campusministryls/FrGasconMagis/wish/1802858259 Whenever I think of Ateneo, I always get reminded of the concept of magis. I closely associate ADMU with magis since Ateneo is the place where I learned to find meaning and purpose in the things that I am doing. Ateneo inspires me to constantly improve myself so that I am more inclined to choose the more loving option for the betterment of myself and the society.]]> 2021-10-08 15:50:53 UTC https://padlet.com/campusministryls/FrGasconMagis/wish/1802858259 https://padlet.com/campusministryls/FrGasconMagis/wish/1803304259 This image is actually one of the photos that I took when I was visiting one of the slums in my province in order to give food and grocery bags. It really keeps me motivated as it gave me a different kind of fulfillment and joy. It was not the kind of happiness that made me want to brag. Rather, it was the kind of happiness that wanted me to do more, and be more. This photo inspires me to practice magis as it keeps me grounded on what I should be achieving in life: that it should always be for God and with God. Moreover, this photo made me realize that money and fame will always be temporary. However, inspiring children to dream big will always give a lasting impact. With this reminder, I hope that I am able to reach this goal of building a better future for our future generation wherein any dream of theirs is possible. ]]> 2021-10-08 20:44:19 UTC https://padlet.com/campusministryls/FrGasconMagis/wish/1803304259 https://padlet.com/campusministryls/FrGasconMagis/wish/1803485985 Going back to thinking about studying at Rizal Lib reminded me to practice the Spirit of Magis because it reminded me of the journey of coming to Ateneo. What I hoped was that even if I'm not able to go there right now, I'm still able to study at my very best not just to attain certain grades, but to perform my best for God, who really helped throughout everything.]]> 2021-10-09 00:50:06 UTC https://padlet.com/campusministryls/FrGasconMagis/wish/1803485985 johndasilva https://padlet.com/campusministryls/FrGasconMagis/wish/1803487233 Though this computer isn't mine, the sight of working with it all the day is enough to ensure that I do my best in all that I do. Whenever I find myself trying to work hard, I always do it with the best energy possible that will assist me in such endeavors. ]]> 2021-10-09 00:51:43 UTC https://padlet.com/campusministryls/FrGasconMagis/wish/1803487233 https://padlet.com/campusministryls/FrGasconMagis/wish/1803697248 These are my TD kids, or the students I had to teach during grade 11. Seeing this photo reminds me of how much I struggled in teaching them and preparing worksheets for them, but at the same time it also reminds me how fulfilling it is to do something for other people. I'm reminded how all the extra effort in Magis is worth it. That feeling is irreplaceable and it inspires me to give my all in everything especially to help others

]]> 2021-10-09 05:23:02 UTC https://padlet.com/campusministryls/FrGasconMagis/wish/1803697248 https://padlet.com/campusministryls/FrGasconMagis/wish/1803860221 This is a panel from a manga that I have been following for a long while. This photo is what reminds me that magis isn't always giving more (to other people), but it can also be giving more (to yourself). Thinking of yourself and being aware of your own sufferings is one of the best gifts you can give yourself.]]> 2021-10-09 09:35:09 UTC https://padlet.com/campusministryls/FrGasconMagis/wish/1803860221 nickrossraagas https://padlet.com/campusministryls/FrGasconMagis/wish/1803906952 The story of Baki Hanma is one that never fails to inspire me to bring more to the table. Baki is a character that routinely overcomes his limits whether physical, mental, and emotional. He is a fighter that will not let the unrelenting tides of life weather him down. He may seem like the average anime character but for me, the significance of his story and most importantly, the man behind his story is an average person like me but with a desire to pursue a better position in life, the creator of this story also desires to have the strength his character has when dealing with problems. It is in this human endeavor to continuously break past our own limits and become better individuals is what inspires to practice Magis in every situation life might throw at me. ]]> 2021-10-09 10:37:32 UTC https://padlet.com/campusministryls/FrGasconMagis/wish/1803906952 josedelapaz https://padlet.com/campusministryls/FrGasconMagis/wish/1803912051 This a photo of a sculptor who dedicated his life in producing works of art. This reminds me that magis is commitment and the strive to do the best we can no matter what we may be doing. Through the years, he practiced and honed his craft as he found what he loved to do. ]]> 2021-10-09 10:44:38 UTC https://padlet.com/campusministryls/FrGasconMagis/wish/1803912051 https://padlet.com/campusministryls/FrGasconMagis/wish/1814778118 This quote from the animated film 'Whisper of the Heart' from Studio Ghibli encapsulates what the meaning of 'magis' is to me—time, dedication, and commitment towards my goals. As someone who can be described as a perfectionist to the point of burn out, this scene reminds me to take my time in becoming the best version of myself for my goals and for others. It may be a long and arduous journey, however, I may be able to authentically live for myself and for others through the dedication I will put to self-improvement. ]]> 2021-10-13 17:59:15 UTC https://padlet.com/campusministryls/FrGasconMagis/wish/1814778118 https://padlet.com/campusministryls/FrGasconMagis/wish/1819324360 The photo of my computer setup is what reminds me about the spirit of Magis. The very fact that this is what I face every single day in order to work towards my goal and at the same time it allows me to relax and take care of myself when I either play or binge. This is part of what gives me energy to keep going everyday and work hard to achieve my goals]]> 2021-10-15 10:11:29 UTC https://padlet.com/campusministryls/FrGasconMagis/wish/1819324360 https://padlet.com/campusministryls/FrGasconMagis/wish/1820301088 This photo of this part in Ateneo always reminds me that Life is an uphill battle and you just have to run up the hill in order to get what you want. It's not spoonfed or gifted to you and you must work hard and seek guidance from the people around as well in order for you to achieve your goals.]]> 2021-10-15 19:17:40 UTC https://padlet.com/campusministryls/FrGasconMagis/wish/1820301088 https://padlet.com/campusministryls/FrGasconMagis/wish/1849030109 Whenever I see this picture on my phone or on my laptop, I'm always reminded of my parents' hardships and the challenges they survived without us knowing. I try to make sure that whatever I do, or act to do, will help them to live the rest of their lives happily. It also helps me to aspire and be that person to others who will not be afraid to take on challenges, even without other people knowing it, that will help less fortunate others achieve a better life.]]> 2021-10-27 17:43:20 UTC https://padlet.com/campusministryls/FrGasconMagis/wish/1849030109 sandravillacruz https://padlet.com/campusministryls/FrGasconMagis/wish/1872729174 This is as photo of young girls who have been given an opportunity to explore the sport of basketball. This inspired me because it is a reminder that we have to do the things we love in a way where we are also able to pave a better and more positive road for the younger generation. These girls in the picture may not all be basketball players when they grow up but at least they don't live their lives thinking "what if I have a gift in that sport?". ]]> 2021-11-07 13:31:12 UTC https://padlet.com/campusministryls/FrGasconMagis/wish/1872729174