VENUS B.
MACATUGGAL MST-SOCSCI
Reflection #1
“Self-discipline is the ability of an individual to act according to his/her knowledge, experience,
and consciousness. It helps him/her to achieve maximum potential.”
I grew up with the mindset that only God is perfect, and that my capabilities have its
limitations. I grew up with the principle that failure is an inevitable part of creating your destiny,
and is something that should not be viewed as a step backward from my own dreams. As a
matter of fact, I would have not become the person I am today if I hadn't faced daily risks,
stayed in my comfort zone, and refused to listen to the negative comments from myself and the
people around me.
I always look forward to people like Mother Marie Macheau, who used and survived
failure even if they lack experience and mastery. But instead, they continue to work hard for
their success and have gained irreplaceable knowledge and the unstoppable perseverance born
from overcoming different tests and hardships. Of course, bid dreams do really come true. But
it takes guts, resilience, hard work, humility, dedication and overcoming obstacles to make your
dreams a reality.
To note, success is way more than being rich and famous. Success means the
satisfaction and happiness one acquires from carrying out a particular way of life. And to
become successful, no matter how limited our means and capabilities are, it is necessary for us
to never give up until the goal of satisfaction and happiness in life is fully met.
Reflection #2
As a Paulinian what is the relevance of knowing the humble beginnings of my beloved
University?
St. Paul University is one of the prestigious schools because of their trademark as
CHRIST-CENTERED that is basically guided upon the teaching of St. Paul the apostle of Jesus
Christ.
With this, knowing the humble beginning of school keeps everyone embrace the
teaching of Christian that is guided by the teaching of church. It leads the students to live their
new identity in Christ, prepares them for the next life, and equips them for Christian leadership
in their own communities here and now. The school’s mission doesn’t just end with introducing
Christ Jesus to the students, but of reaching out for them, giving care, educating them, love and
compassion to those who are in need. Nothing compares than showing our brethren the love of
our God.
Those characteristics will help me in my chosen field. It would make me responsible,
compassionate and Christ-like individual who will uphold his teaching in this world.
Reflection #3
A&B
“Core values are what support the vision, shape the culture and reflect what the school values.
They are the essence of the school’s identity by reflecting the community’s beliefs about what it
considers to be the most important desirable qualities to guide everybody’s behavior.”
For many years, St. Paul University of the Philippines remains steadfast with regards to its
core values; Christ-centeredness, commission, community, charism and charity. The university
truly aims to prepare every individual that’s part of the university as contributing members in a
productive society, and as a follower of Christ.
Being a part of the Paulinian family, I know in myself that these core values of the school
will truly guide me to better myself personally, professionally and spiritually. As an educator, I
know that these values will soon be shared and will definitely be shared to my students- I know
that they look up to me as their role model. And because the university undoubtedly follows
the way of Jesus, I want that eagerness in me be an instrument in spreading His words to my
students, to people around me.