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"Developing self-esteem requires an act of revolution, or several mini-revolutions, in which we begin to separate from group thought and establish our own sense of authority. We may suddenly; realize we hold an opinion different from our family or our peers, but in either case we will have difficulty freeing ourselves from the group’s energy, whose strength depends upon numbers and opposition to most expressions of individuality The act of finding our own voice, even in mini-revolutions, is spiritually significant. Spiritual maturity is measured not by the sophistication of a person’s opinions, but by their genuineness and the courage necessary to express and maintain them. By courage, I do not mean the intractable stubbornness of two people locking horns. Spiritual maturity in contrast, is the capacity to stand one’s ground as a reflection of a genuine inner belief."
Caroline Myss (via sarahmeier)

Amen!

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There are times that I want to be an oncologist. And I think this is the time that I want to be one.

Cashed my first paycheck at Bank of America and I was charged a 5 dollar fee. Fuck BoA!!

Too long idleness… Now my writing sucks! I have to get back in shape

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A quaint charm from my godmother’s home

A quaint charm from my godmother’s home

Where are we, Filipinos, now?

It’s quite interesting that today is the 25TH anniversary of the EDSA Revolution and I’m writing my Term Paper in El Fili. So much for nationalism huh!?

A decade ago and let’s say twent-five years ago, our country has gone too far in terms of Nationalism. A century ago Filipinos have fought for our freedom from the 300 year slavery that we had. And 25 years ago we have overthrown the 21-year dictatorship of Marcos. After those revolutions, WHERE ARE WE NOW? 

We are still in the verge of rising. Our country is still classified as a third-world type. We have so much democracy in our hands and yet we are still struggling for a better nation. Does this mean that all the sacrifices of Rizal or even Noynoy are just wasted? They have done their parts, how about us?

If all of us, Filipinos, do what is RIGHTEOUS every single day of our existence Rizal and Noynoy can proudly say that this is what their dying for.

Thoughts you may ponder as you go on the day.:)

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