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Finding Balance

By: Beatrice Lim

The current state of our world has caused a global pause, and people have no choice but to carry out their daily activities at home. While this may be a good thing for some, some struggle to find balance in their everyday schedule, especially those who were suddenly thrust into a work-from-home situation. However, despite all the busyness, health must stay as a priority.

Through a span of almost seven months, Filipinos, especially students, haven’t gone outside due to the quarantine measures. This means spending a lot of time, if not all, at home. It’s easy to lie down and stare blankly at our phones, sleep all day, or stay up late binge watching Netflix shows. Although these activities may be “enjoyable” or “relaxing,” they shouldn’t become a daily habit.

Health is an important aspect in each of our lives. Without it, we wouldn’t be able to do the things that are also of equal importance. Good health allows us to carry out our daily schedules in a productive and optimistic manner. Most people would simply attribute the term “health” to exercising everyday. Yes, they are correct, but being healthy isn’t just based on the physical aspect. True health is so much more than that.

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), health is a state of complete “physical, mental and social well-being” and not merely the absence of disease of infirmity. A lot of people tend to think that when you are healthy, the chances of getting sick are nonexistent. In actuality, being healthy concerns one’s overall state and not just the visual aspect of being healthy. We should begin to consider the other facets of health such as mental, emotional, spiritual, and social health.

While under quarantine, it’s easy to neglect our health due to constant distractions. But we should keep in mind that finding balance in everything we do is essential. Some suggestions to boost overall health include getting enough sleep, regulating gadget use, eating right, socializing online, journaling your thoughts and feelings, drinking enough water, and many more. These activities are simple enough that being healthy is attainable for everyone. Instead of complaining about the things we can’t control, let’s use this quarantine as an opportunity to focus on what we can do to live a healthier and better life.

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Back-to-Battle: MGCNLCA’s Volleyball Team Bags Bronze in First In-Person Competition

“We can only do better from here on out,” shared Erin Kimberly Co, a member of MGC New Life Christian Academy (MGCNLCA)’s volleyball team.

The 12-person female delegation placed 2nd-runner up in the Women’s 20U division in the SVN competition that was held in Pace Academy from July 16 to July 24, 2022, after two years of online training. The other teams—who participated in the same division—are the SVN Club Team, Philippine Chen Kuang High School, and Nuestra Señora De Guia Academy.

“To think we didn’t train before the start of the tournament, [yet] we performed pretty well,” expressed Zion student Co as she gushed over participating in more face-to-face competitions. “It was a core memory,” she added.

Conducted over the course of two weeks, the tournament was held in a round-robin set-up, where each team went head-to-head. Their number of winnings determined their placement and rankings.

MGCNLCA faced off against Nuestra Señora De Guia Academy for the bronze title, pulling off a three-set, clean sweep win over Nuestra, and earning third place overall.

The SVN Club Team defeated Philippine Chen Kuang High School and garnered gold.

“Do your part,” said living legend and MGCNL coach Thelma Rojas as she encouraged the girls before the start of the game.

Led by Sydney Jamina See, the team consisted of Erin Kimberly Co, Aisha Lauren Reyes, Sofia Caylen Cordova, Julia Rodriguez, Peach Oribelle Diño, Annika Kaitlynn Chong, Kate Cua, Petrice Elizah Lim, and Andrea Louise Reyes. They were joined by alumna Kate Abigail Hao Lin and guest player Hershey Joy Cadiz.

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