Khervy Gwyn C.
Acogido
Personal Development
Activity 7
LOTUS FLOWER
Growth from Difficult Circumstances: The lotus flower is a symbol of perseverance and the capacity
for growth in the face of difficulty because of its ability to flourish in muddy and unforgiving
conditions. It stands for the notion that beauty and strength may surface even in the face of adversity.
Personal Transformation: The lotus represents metamorphosis and human development. People can
rise above their circumstances and change themselves and their life in the process, just as the flower
emerges from the murky depths.
Grace Under Pressure: The lotus represents the ability to remain composed and graceful under
duress. Like the flower itself, it stands for the idea of maintaining composure in the face of difficulty.
Inner Peace: The flower represents inner peace and serenity that comes with detachment from
material concerns and a focus on spiritual growth.
Cyclic Nature: The lotus flower, which symbolizes rebirth and the cyclical aspect of life, opens during
the day and closes at night. It stands for the concepts of ongoing development and fresh starts.
Integration of Experiences: Integration of Experiences: Life's experiences, no matter how challenging
or "dirty," all play a part in our development, as the lotus tells us. It stands for the notion that
obstacles and adversity are necessary components of our path to enlightenment and wholeness.
Community and Society: In many Southeast Asian cultures, the lotus is also a sign of togetherness and
collaborative growth. It symbolizes the belief that, just as the lotus develops from shared roots, so too
do communities and societies flourish from interconnection.
Reflection #1
1. What is your style of dressing up?
I usually pick random clothes and then wear them, but sometimes I dress up with care and style.
2. Write one of your significant experiences. How did it shape you?
Living away from my parents at a young age was one of my most significant experiences. This led me to
become more independent and responsible with my well-being.
3. What do you value most?
I value competence and taking responsibility most.
4. What are the attitudes you possess that you like?
I like that I possess a strong character and I am cunning in difficult situations.
5. What type of appearance says a lot about you?
Most people who meet me for the first time always conclude that I am kind of mean because of my
resting face.
6. What are your ways of communication?
I am not a frank person so my way of communicating is mainly through my body language but if being
frank is needed then I adapt it in my way of communicating.
7. What are your habits or hobbies?
I love reading random books in any genre. I also like listening to music and watching video essays.
8. How do you deal your relationships with your peers?
I utilize my humor and wit to maintain my relationship with my peers.
9. What are your aspirations and goals?
I want to be 40 and not worry about how to pay my bills. All I want in life is financial stability and
happiness.
10. What are your beliefs and culture?
My culture is that of a Filipino and one of my beliefs is that one should take responsibility and act for the
good of all.
Activity
1. Who am I as a person?
I am someone who jokes constantly to appease a situation. I can be loud when needed but most of the
time I am quiet and keep to myself.
2. What makes me different from my friends and classmates?
My personality and attitude toward a lot of things make me unique.
3. How do I react when someone backbites me or talks something bad about me?
I will ignore it although I would appreciate it if someone said it to my face and not behind my back.
4. If a classmate tells me that I am good at nothing, how will I react? What will I tell him or her?
I would also ignore that person since I know my worth and my talents. I will tell that person to assess
themselves and reflect if what they did was good.
5. What are my weaknesses or vulnerabilities?
One of my weaknesses is confrontations. I am afraid to confront someone if they did me wrong because I
would pity them and then I would feel terrible if I confronted them.
6. Do I fear of losing something or someone in my life? Why?
Yes, I fear losing someone or something in my life. I thrive in stability and normalcy of things so if that
were to be disrupted I would lose balance in my life.
7. Do you know who your friends are? What do you have in common?
Yes, I know who my friends are, and what we have in common is our nihilistic approach in life.