WEEK 1 - Activity 1

 Learning Task 1: #WalangForever

               Change is inevitable because it is the law of nature. Similarly, society does not remain static. It changes, as the world continues to change, most especially with the advent of new discoveries in science and technology. It is not new to us how our ways of life before is no longer the ways of life of today’s generation. People should be open for changes. It is very important that we understand and accept the challenges these changes are imposing on us and recognize all the factors that brought these changes.
               Since change is already happening at present, let us realize how social change occurs because of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Tell the changes on some aspects of your life by completing the table below.

 

Before COVID-19

During COVID-19

Way of life

Whenever it’s a school day, I always go home a little later, since I’m busy either with choir or schoolworks. If it was a free day, I would be spending it with friends/family or go on dates with my previous boyfriend. Then, I would usually spend my money on food.

Since I’m stuck at home because of the safety protocols, I finally spent time on “hanging out” with myself. I was able to get rest and catch up on sleep, since back before the quarantine started, I was always lacking sleep due to schoolworks.

View of the world

Back then, I was always critical of all the actions done by the government. There was always this urge that I want to fight for what’s right, since I am aware that some people are still oppressed by the rich.

After joining organizations, I was able to learn more and widen my knowledge on our situation. It helped me look at the world differently, that there’s more to the suffering that is brought upon the oppressed.

Priorities in life

I wanted to finish my studies with a ton of awards and get a good-paying job, so that once I am able to save up my money, I can retire early and help my family out.

Although I still want to graduate, I don’t want to pressure myself just to get the highest grades possible. After joining our organizations, I found that I wanted to participate in it even after I get a job, since I want to help and be a part of change, as a citizen of this country.

Relationships with others

I would always prioritize others over myself because I didn’t like to care for myself due to my low self-esteem and insecurities. I was sort of a people-pleaser, I was very conscious of what people would think of me, which added to the weight of my insecurities.

Being stuck with myself gave me the time to finally put myself first. Although there are times where I go back to my old self, at least I am far ahead from who I was before. I’ve lost important relationships during this quarantine, but I was able to realize that not everyone can and is willing to stay. I should just respect their decision and be grateful for the time we’ve spent together.

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