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Valuable lessons I've learned so far:

Hard work is not a guarantee of success; prioritize smart work and strategic thinking. Being busy is not the same as being productive; focus on making progress, not just activity. Prioritizing your mental well-being is crucial; taking care of your mind is the key to true prosperity.

Focus on productivity, not just staying busy."📌

When a person can't find a deep sense of meaning, they distract themselves with pleasure (Viktor Frankl).

Growing up in a house where I was only encouraged to read academic books which never seems less interesting, my source of entertainment was television. It become worse as I grow older because I was not an outgoing child and coming from a small family where it was just my parents, my brother who was is my only sibling and I, I watched television at any chance I got.

When I started working, the only thing I could think of when knocking was what program I was going to watch. Who ever thought one day I would agree with Emilia Clarke when She said "My father always said, 'Never trust anyone whose TV is bigger than their book shelf' - so I make sure I read." And of course I do agree with Zig Ziglar who said “Rich people have small TVs and big libraries, and poor people have small libraries and big TVs.” I've written about how I rediscovered my self and started reading Today I would rather read than watch Television and am very convienced that anyone can change and become the best version of themselves no matter their background.

Today if you came to me with a list of excuses as to why you can't change I will only tell you that you are not yet ready to change. People who want to change for the better always find a way. Yes change is difficult especially in a world where you are required to live a certain way and to fit in but it will be worth it. It would happen overnight and you don't have to beat yourself for not changing overnight. Change is gradual . Take it One step at time. It is painful but worth . I would rather endure the pain of change than the pain of regret.

I used to watch television because I couldn't think of anything else. I had no plans with my life except going to school and watching television. When people feel unfilled and lack a sense of meaning and direction in life, they look outside themselves to feel the void. They may turn to alcohol, s*x, material things or even other people. But those things only bring temporary satisfaction. True happiness and fulfillment are found within.It is because of lack of direction and purpose that today we find people killing themselves when another person disappoints them. "When there is no enemy within, the enemy outside cannot do you any harm" (African Proverb). Now don't get me wrong, there is nothing wrong with watching television but It depends on what you watch it as the saying goes, "Television Is a good servant but a terrible master". What you consume controls you. It's ok to be entertained but if you use it because you are empty you will only get temporal fulfillment.

There is something interesting I remember when I was a full-time television fan,there were times I would go check for programmes to watch and sometimes find would find nothing interesting that was new and guess what I would do. I wouldn't switch off the television, instead I would check for programmes that I had watched before and still watch them because they were interesting. That is exactly how many of us today are living our lives. We see nothing ahead of us and we therefore go back in time to relive the moments that seemed interesting. There are people who are so proud of their past they will not say a word about their future. Stop living in the past which you can't change. A man without vision for his future always returns to his past.

You have to be excited about your future no matter how old you are. Yes your past is important because it bring you to where you are today but what you should focus on now is where you are going and make sure it's better than your past.

The ancient Greek philosopher, reflects his idea that those who seek power for its own sake are often the least qualified to wield it wisely.
This concept aligns with the philosophical arguments found in his works, particularly in "The Republic," where he discusses the ideal rulers as those who govern not out of a desire for power, but out of a sense of duty.

MAY NAAALALA PO KAMI, YOUR HONOR

Former President Rodrigo Duterte says he does not recall directing the controversial transfer of P47.6 billion from the Department of Health (DOH) to the Procurement Service - Department of Budget and Management (PS-DBM) for the purchase of COVID-19 supplies in 2020, as disclosed by his former Health Secretary, Francisco Duque III.

Here are the public statements made by Duterte regarding the procurement of COVID-19 pandemic supplies.

10 Lessons from The 80/20 Principle: The Secret to Success by Achieving More with Less

1. Identify the critical 20% of activities or efforts that yield 80% of the desired outcomes, and prioritize them over less important tasks.

2. Work smarter, not harder. Focus on maximizing efficiency in the tasks that deliver the most significant results rather than trying to do everything.

3. Streamline processes and eliminate unnecessary complexity to increase effectiveness and productivity.

4. Develop a strategic mindset by focusing on high-leverage activities that align with long-term goals and objectives.

5. Recognize that not all decisions have equal importance. Focus your time and energy on decisions that have the most significant impact on your goals and outcomes.

6. Identify and leverage resources, talents, and opportunities that contribute the most to your success.

7. Embrace a mindset of continuous improvement by regularly evaluating and refining your strategies and processes.

8. Remain flexible and adaptable in the face of changing circumstances. Be willing to adjust your approach as needed to stay aligned with your objectives.

9. Recognize and mitigate potential risks that could derail your progress towards your goals.

10. Seek balance and harmony in your life by focusing on what truly matters and letting go of unnecessary distractions or obligations.

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Maligayang paglalakbay at pagtuklas, Nationalians! 🎭

Kasama ka namin sa nasimulang paglalakbay at hindi natatapos ang ating adhikain para sa pagbibigay ng mga kulay at pagdiskubre ng ating sarili. Maraming daraanan pero malapit na tayo sa ating patunguhan – handa ka na ba sa ating pupuntahan?

Ngayong Abril 2024, halina’t samahan ang NU Guidance Services Office (NU GSO) sa pagsisimula at paNUnumbalik ng makulay at masayang tahanan sa NU. Sa pagdiriwang ng Guidance Awareness Program (GAP) ngayong taon, malugod na inaanyayahan ang bawat Nationalian na makibahagi at makisaya sa ating paparating na kapistahan – “𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐅𝐢𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐚: 𝐏𝐚𝐍𝐔𝐧𝐮𝐦𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐤 𝐧𝐠 𝐊𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐲𝐚𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐬𝐚 𝐍𝐔.” 💛💜

Tatlong araw ng kasiyahan, pagdiriwang, pagtuklas ng sarili, pagpapakita ng talento at pagkatuto sa iba’t ibang larangan. Layunin ng mga paparating na aktibidad at patimpalak sa kapistahang ito ay magmulat at magbigay ng kamalayan sa bawat isa tungkol sa importansya ng sarili, talento, kaisipan pati na rin ang pangangalaga ng buong kalusugan. Kaya naman, huwag kalimutang makidalo sa pinakahihintay na selebrasyon mula ika-23 hanggang ika-25 ng Abril. 🎉

Ikaw at iyong talento ang bida sa kapistahang ito. Kitakits! 🎨🎭💃

Stephanie : )

Finals na naman! Kaya pa ba?

Having a lot on our plates such as preparing for the exams and juggling a variety of extracurricular activities can be stressful and tiring! It is normal to feel a little lost and overwhelmed during this time—especially if you are stuck with 'HOW DO I START?'.

Let us 𝐍𝐔𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐞 our fellow Nationalians by sharing any suggestions you have for how we could maximize the most of our time spent studying!

Best of luck, Nationalians!

Discipline is Destiny. 🔥🔥🔥

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