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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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Coral Reefers Finally Swim Back for the First Fellowship of the School Year

On September 8, the Coral Reef Fellowship (CRF) finally held its first gathering for the school year after several class cancellations. All fellowships were held at the auditorium, with Clownfish for Grades 1 to 3, Angelfish for Grades 4 to 6, and Lionfish for Grades 7 to 10. The Orcas Fellowship for Grades 11 to 12 are scheduled to host their first fellowship on September 22.

Under the presidency of Olive STEM student Annika Chong, CRF launched its theme, “Beyond Horizons”, with the theme verse, 1 John 5:4. The theme verse is to serve as a guiding light and encapsulate the central message of the fellowships to come this school year.

The afternoon was filled with innovative game variations hosted by Miles Co of Patmos. Attendees participated in various renditions of games from their childhood, such as Pepsi Seven Up, Red Light, Green Light.

Shortly after the activities, CRF Adviser and School Principal, Mrs. Evangeline Co, gave the opening remarks and urged students to continue looking beyond horizons, in alignment with the fellowship’s theme. Snacks were then served after the fellowship.

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