Things that we learned in 2018

The year has just ended or should we say we need a new calendar to paste in our wall. 2018 has been nothing but amazing, and we have no doubt 2019 will prove to be even more, so here are the things that we have learned in 2018:

1. Explore new heights – It is important to always have the urge explore in order to unlock more possibilities and gain more experiences that can be used in the future or in achieving your dreams.
2. Never stop doing the things that you love – Nourish and develop your talent. Enjoy doing those things that you love and do it the best you can in order to get the best outcomes.
3. Sometimes it’s better to be alone – Through the course of the year 2018 we have learned that sometimes being alone is better than being in a group. Why? Because for when we are alone we can achieve peace and silence. We can also think more clearly because there are no distractions around and it is a moment that you can talk to God.
4. Have fun – Don’t be afraid to have fun for it is correct to have fun in the things that you do. Because doing things is much better when you are happy while doing it.
5. Cherish your loved ones – For they are the most valuable possession that you will ever have. They are irreplaceable and always there when you need them the most.
6. Never say sorry for being who you are – A lot of people may say that you are not good in doing such things. Things that make you feel amazing are enough for you, but for others it is not enough. As long as you are happy and contented and you don’t hurt others for your own sake, you are already enough. Never say sorry for being who you are, because being who you are is a gift from God.
7. Don’t expect for pay back – This might be the simplest, but not complex that we can learn in 2018. Simple you do it without expectation, you loved him/her with no expectation in regarding the he/she may not love you back, because that is natural way of love. Many of us are expecting for pay back or returns. Stop expecting too much because in the end you will hurt yourself.
8. You need to enjoy, value, treasure, and be proud of the experiences, achievements, and memories – It is because it only happens once, not literally once but happens in a single time that you are in the people you loved. So, I conclude that don’t say it’s boring. Go, and make it not boring, because the day is based on you. (Yaun 2019)
9. Failures of 2018 are part of our growth – Failures prepare us to become stronger amidst the challenges that 2019 will bring. We must stop comparing our lives to others and trust our own pacing. We should be thankful for what we have and be contended with it. Comparison hurts. It’s time to appreciate ourselves.
10. You are blessed day by day – Yes we are blessed every day because every day we wake up and open our eyes and see the beautiful creation that God lets us feel, the happiness and pain in order to learn a lesson. God is always with you and He will not let you down no matter what will happen. Be blessed and thankful every day.

by Carl Alejandro Estilles and Jubilee Paras, Assumption College of Davao Senior High School Immersionists