Personal Growth
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Those Who Stay Will Be Champions
Anyone who knows me on a personal level clearly knows that I love the Michigan Wolverines. But out of all the sports that really brings out the fanatic in me, is their football program. And this year, The Michigan Wolverine’s Football is at the top of the mountain. With their most recent win against Alabama Crimson Tide to get to the College National Championship which is set for next Monday in Houston. To say that I am excited for this opportunity to watch Michigan truly be at the mountaintop, I just never thought I would see it in my lifetime. The University of Michigan, known for their rich sports legacy,…
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Mastery: 12 Key Lessons From The Book
“Mastery” by Robert Greene is a book that explores the paths of historical and contemporary masters in various fields and extracts lessons on achieving mastery in any discipline. It’s in depth, and yet easy to read that one can gather the needed tools in order to gain mastery in any chosen field. I tried to gather 12 key lessons from the book to help me remember what stood out to me personally, and what I thought were important lessons: These lessons from Robert Greene’s book on “Mastery” certainly provides a clear roadmap for individuals seeking to attain excellence in their chosen fields. By combining self-awareness, learning strategies, and a commitment…
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Master of My Fate, Captain Of My Soul
Growing up in the vibrant culture of the Philippines and later finding my way to the welcoming embrace of Michigan has woven a tapestry of experiences that shapes my unique perspective. Pursuing a degree in Chemical Engineering at the University of San Carlos marked a pivotal chapter in my life, one defined by academic challenges, cultural exploration, and the foundation for the entrepreneur I am today. INVICTUS Out of the night that covers me, Black as the Pit from pole to pole, I thank whatever gods may be For my unconquerable soul. In the fell clutch of circumstance I have not winced nor cried aloud. Under the…
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Things I’ve Come Across
It’s amazing to me that I can often find myself wandering the myriad of inspirational quotes, posts, and articles that are strewn all over the internet. I rarely do it mindlessly, but often as a way to draw inspiration into my own life. Here’s a couple of things that I have come across, but would like to put into this online journal for my own wonder when I look back at this year 2023. Here’s an example of something that came across my screen, that I just had to put down here. Wanting a reminder of simple wisdoms that seem obvious enough, if only it were front of mind at…
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Courage Is A Muscle
Like most things in life, the more you use it the easier a skill can become. Courage is such a skill. I can truly attest to this. Many people will be surprised that courage in itself is a skill, because to many it is a one time action that is something that many people instinctively are or they aren’t. The first misnomer is that courage is an attribute that some people either have or don’t have. But if you truly think about it. courage is pursuing any action despite of our inherent fear in moving forward. But anyone can remember a time in their lives that they just chose to…
