On Cynicism

Cynicism: an inclination to believe that people are motivated purely by self-interest; skepticism. While many may know what cynicism means, a deeper understanding or comprehension may not be formed. Just like myself, I knew what cynicism meant, but a video I discovered expounded and expanded my perception. This is the video: I highly suggest you…

Trying to Look ‘Normal’ in a World That Doesn’t Know What ‘Normal’ Is

I was raised in a conservative home, with high expectations and little room for error. Although I rarely did what I was told, I forged a somewhat approvable path of relative achievement. I respected myself and despite my short dress phase, mostly my clothing reflected the seriousness to which I approached life. I began experimenting…

Women deserve to live freely

We live in a society where females are still treated with less importance than men. In some areas of the world more than others, women experience discrimination, segregation, and of course gender in-equality. Some girls are still not allowed to get educated simply because they are women. Others are victims of sexual assault and are…

Week 3 of… 5 Happy Things!

See this post for an introduction to this series, and this post for the second week of 5 Happy Things!   Ignoring society’s labels and expectations Quirky socks Glitter tattoos (preferably reflective of my favourite fandom) Flower crowns/headbands Dollar-store boredom busters/crafts   Now ask yourself: who in your life can you count on to bring a smile to…

Finding Ones Passion, Working Hard and Dreaming Big – Why you can be who you want to be!

David Ongchoco is a high school senior from Xavier School. He is a consistent first honors student, member of the varsity basketball and debate teams and head of the student council Green Team committee. He is also very much into community work through his involvement with Hands On Manila and as president of the Interact Club of St. Francis Xavier. During his free time, he enjoys chilling out with his friends, watching movies, reading books and writing about anything and everything. See more of his works and follow him on his Senior Year adventures by checking out his blog: doitchoco.wordpress.com