Eroina de Stelle: Aisha Blo

In the Lunar night skies where billions of heavenly bodies live. There is only one to behold. The Heroine of the Stars.

[aishablo]

Aisha's PD reflective journal

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

Day 12 - Monitoring One's Career Development

In a life of a person, dreams and goals are always within our minds. We have habitually imagined being the person we always wanted to be, whether it is to be a doctor, a police, a nurse, a businessman, or any other ambitions there is. Any dreams we have were an effect of what we saw and aspired when were just children, additionally the personality we have and the environment we grew too.

These dreams and goals we have lead us to finding the career we want. In which this career suits the skills and the personality we have. For me, I have always dreamt of becoming a doctor, but now I know that is not so easy, which is why I plan ahead to become a nurse first which is also part of my dream and ambition. Then when I have enough money I would take med school if possible.

[aishablo]

Aisha's PD reflective journal

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

Day 11 - Building and Establishing harmonized relationships with the Family

Family is the starting point of every individual. We grow, learn, communicate, love, relate, interact and develop with our family. They are the ones who have looked after us from the very beginning of our lives. In today's lesson, we learned about family and its importance to every individual in the world. I believe that what affects our personality and perception is the family that we have, from childhood to adulthood, we have our families by our side that greatly influence who we are. Of course it is not just limited to our blood related family but to other people we consider as family who are close to us more than others.

Whether connected by blood tracing from the very roots or even those far from our immediate family, it is important for us to create and mend bonds that are strong and unwavering. Where we are able to appreciate the memories and bonds we have with them. As we are able to rejoice even in the little matters we do with them at the same time fulfilling the functions of a family such as; to reproduce, socialize and educate, support emotionally and economically with the identity and roles we have.

Throughout our lives we should be able to understand and love each other. Because family is all we have in the end when we have nothing else, we are able to start again with them. Overcoming any kinds of struggles and challenges ahead of us. In the end, we can be able to smile and laugh with them together forever in the present even within our precious memories.

[aishablo]

Aisha's PD reflective journal

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

Day 10 - Building and Establishing Harmonized relationships with the Society

Society today is continuously changing and adapting. Wherein societies are created by the people who live and share a common goal or culture. These individuals in the society have their own roles and status either given to them or earned by them. It is essential for every member of the community to contribute and uphold their roles so as to create an organized society where there is peace, harmony and union amongst its people.

Each community and society in the world have a majorly vast population, which is why in order to sustain an manageable and organized community there are leaders who manage, motivate, guide, and implement legislations for its people. It is the people of the community who engage, cooperate and adapt to the laws and culture they bare. Knowing that, we must share and fulfill the responsibilities that we have and seek to enable ourselves to be better in our community as we grow up as adults for the future of the world.

[aishablo]

Aisha's PD reflective journal

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

Day 9 - Building and Establishing relationships with others

As we continue to grow and learn much more in this world, every other matters would make sense for us and we are able to grasp things that we could not understand before. We experience different relationships with diverse and various kinds of people. These relationships may be important and deep much like the relationship we have with our family and even our peers. In this lesson, we will be tackling about the relationships in our adolescence and that pretty much involves love. The word 'love' is such a universal thing. It's something that has a different meaning to different people.

The love and attachment we feel towards others may have different levels and disparate prioritization. If we correlate it to the triangular theory of love, the love we have for others may have intimacy, passion, commitment or not. Everything we bare for others can change shape and transform, as much as others convey their love to the significant others. These relationships we mend with others are at the same time temporary and eternal. We may part ways but our hearts and memories with them resides within ourselves forever. It is up to us on how we cherish and keep them precious together forever.

[aishablo]

Aisha's PD reflective journal

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

DAY 8: Empowering Psychological Experience

Emotions are compound and are the revelations to our inner thoughts and feelings. In today's lesson, our personal development teacher, Ms. Maria, taught us about emotions, how we can differentiate the different kinds of emotion, and how to manage them. As we continue to grow we become more aware of our feelings, emotions and how we express them as individuals having different ways of conveyance.

Mostly emotions are made by three components, such as; physical change or arousal, cognitive evaluation of certain events, and behavioral expression of feelings. It may be positive or negative depending on how we interpret or see a situation that happened. It also depends on the EQ or emotional intelligence of the individual, a high EQ means being able to perceive, understand, facilitate, and manage ones emotions or a high level to enact their response to different circumstances and be able to empathize with other appropriately.

Emotions have a significant impact on our feelings, actions and mental health. When we experience sadness or happiness, we may be sometimes unable to control these emotions but it is in our part to control and express them in a way that wouldn't damage way of thinking. In order to manage them properly, we must train ourselves and our mindset. We shouldn't limit ourselves to irrational thinking, we must learn to more emotional vocabulary, gauge the intensity of it and if possible have an emotional log. That way we can handle different situations accordingly and live a healthy life.

[aishablo]

Aisha's PD reflective journal

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

DAY 7: Focusing on the Psychological Health

In today's lesson, Ms. Maria taught us about psychological health and mental health. Basically, it was about what makes a person happy and productive or depressed and at risk in their mental health or well-being. I understand that there are several factors which affects our well-being, whether it be our personality, age, status, gender, health or other aspects, these greatly affect how we react to certain circumstances; good or bad.

At a vulnerable time, some individuals are at risk of having low mental health that could ultimately lead to severe and dangerous levels of harm in their physical, mental and emotional state. Its not just that, but there are countless other factors which can put an individual in a poor mental state. This is not to be neglected, since I know how it feels when I experienced this which also lead me to bad choices and poor decisions. It was a dire time, but with the help of others and a little coping mechanism, I also recovered and became aware of my mentality. It is better to help someone at risk of this or yourself since if this is neglected, the individual or you yourself may develop unwanted psychological conditions that can greatly affect you and the people around you.

I can only hope that I can help others and myself if I am to experience once again these dire situations. But, now that I know better than before, I know that I can cope with it and pick better options in the future.

[aishablo]

Aisha's PD reflective journal

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

DAY 6: Developing Efficient Learning

In this lesson, we tackled on the brain and its power that affects humans as a whole. When it comes to learning and the development of an individual, the brain has a huge role on it. The brain is even considered to be a powerhouse that is most superior than the most powerful computers. Isn't that amazing? Anyhow, the human brain is practically a complex part and the master of all organs. It controls, regulates and creates thoughts, responses, memories, ideas and can almost do anything that the body shows.

The reason why humans evolve and continue to develop ways to adapt to situations and changes in the environment is because of the brain. Its will power carries a ton that shouldn't be underestimated. Though, it is also true that individuals have their own way of progressing and how they act in accordance to the dominance of their brain. Since there are studies that say about the theory of the whole brain and where an individual excels also depends upon the dominance of their brain. I'm not sure about mine, but it was a good lesson to go back to and also learn more about the human brain. Too bad the class for personal development is almost over, but it was fun all the way. Embarrassing to say that I was overly excited in some points. (Smiley face)

[aishablo]

Aisha's PD reflective journal

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

DAY 5: Stress as Part of Adolescence

Today, Ms. Maria taught us about stress that is part of adolescence. Which is truly happening currently in my life. Since growing up, we realize how much the weight of the responsibilities we have and the actions we do that affect are lives are so much heavier. It causes us to think and become much more aware of the negativity or positivity of those actions that effect our mind and body. It can be the cause us either bad or good experiences that happen in our daily life.

I think it's really unavoidable to encounter circumstances that heavily affect us as a whole. In our daily activities, there are events which can cause positive or negative stress which I think is pretty much normal. However, it also depends on the person how they would handle it or perceive it as part of their lives. When I was still an amateur, I took the things that happen in my life too seriously and overthink all the time which greatly affected my mental health. But, now that I know just a little bit more better, I try not to burden my mind and heart too much and just think to become more better and see these experiences I have as a trial and lesson for the betterment of myself and how I see life.

[aishablo]

Aisha's PD reflective journal

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

DAY 4: Dealing with the Challenges of Adolescence Stage

Today was cold and bit tiring. But, with a shower and a lunch break made me motivated once more! Ms. Maria taught us a lot of useful advices and lessons. That, in the adolescence stage, there are always challenges, concerns, problems and issues that go with the development that we go through even by how much we want to avoid them. These challenges may be related to our physicality, the new habits and attitude we form, the choices and actions we make, the relationships we have and make, or even other worse circumstances. It may be hard for us in this stage in life.

Being bombarded with pressure and expectations from different parties and even from ourselves. We may be easily influenced to do things at a whim without even thinking much. But, I know that we the right mindset, morality, and initiative, we teens may overcome the challenges we face and be able to deal with them the right way. With the right influence and support of our significant ones, we may be guided along the way just as much as we continue to grow and learn. Expanding our horizons indefinitely.

[aishablo]

Aisha's PD reflective journal

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

DAY 3: Adolescence, Developmental Tasks and Peers

Today we learned about the phase we are in now. Being in the late adolescent phase since most of us and by us I mean me and my classmates are in the age range of 17-19 years old. In relation to that, I highly agree to the development of my physical, cognitive and socio-emotional state. I've observed that my height stopped growing ever since my last years in highschool and unfortunately I do have some pimples which really bothers me, but who doesn't right?

Aside from that, in our developing stage, every individual develops sequentially, gradually, individually, and holistically. By that, it means that all humans develops in different phases and levels and at the same time it takes time and doesn't change or develop in an instant. Of course, everyone is unique by the influence of their genes, environment and that development affects the person as a whole. To be honest, I love subjects like these and I hope to learn more useful things. Knowing to answer the questions "why" and "how".

[aishablo]

Aisha's PD reflective journal

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

DAY 2: Being Mindful with the Self

Today was just like another day, we discussed about becoming mindful of oneself. Being mindful is nearly identical to being aware, so I guess they mean the same thing? Anyways, what Ms. Maria taught us today was that in our life we still continue to grow and become mindful of ourselves, in other words we become conscious of what we look, how we interact, and find our path in the course of our lives. As a 19 year old female, I consider myself to being mindful of myself and am aware of the things that I possess and the traits that I have. Though, I do also know that I still continue to develop in certain aspects.

The life that we have and everything about us as individuals infinitely and continuously develop and grow, that is until we reach our final destination: death. In the lesson, the five aspects that continue to develop are our physiology, cognitive, social and emotional aspects, spiritual, and psychology. I know this is true since we humans are like an abyss, we never truly know the complexity of our minds unless we strive to know ourselves better and develop further until our end. It sounds romantic, but kind of sad too.

[aishablo]

Aisha's PD Reflective Journal

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

DAY 1: Getting to know Oneself

In the first day of class in our second semester, we were transferred to the main campus in our school due to certain circumstances and it seems we would start from square one in getting to know our new teachers, but that's fine with me. Our Personal Development teacher is Ms. Maria Amante, she is really kind and considerate about her students and understands the situation that we are facing. It seems she is a major in Filipino and she'd decided to take up PD, I think it suits her.

Moving on to the lesson, the subject that Ms. Maria would be teaching us is the growth and improvisation of our personality, mindset, perspective and other things in connection to our own self and the others around us. I think it's a lovely subject to know about, since I am the type of person to get really into the mental state of myself, different speculations and more interesting topics. The lesson was about us human individuals having self-concept and self-awareness, as others say, what makes man different from animals is that we have the ability to be aware of ourselves and the others around us which makes us particularly unique and special from other life forms. Hence, as a human in this world, I would like to know about myself better than I have today.

[aishablo]

“Unparalleled and Distinctive Media Forms: Reaching the Prevalent World” Aisha Blo

                 As the passage of time continues to progress and the world takes shape into a new form of Era. Humans mold and develop in order to adapt and advance to better thrive in the changing of times. The people relentlessly utilize media to deliver urgent news, disseminate valuable pieces of information, provide appealing entertainment, implement educational needs, and execute communication even beyond physical barriers. That brings us to new media, a type of media that surpasses boundaries and bear conveniences and expediencies for the needs of modern people and to sate their hunger for knowledge and popularization. Producing almost anything a modern individual demand. Thus, what happens to legacy media? Due to the predominance of new media, old media has been regrettably shunned by most and begins to decline in utilization in contrast to the former which steadily grows and gradually grows both popularity and attention, taking over other media.

                 It is a clear straight path, yet the conclusion is not yet absolute. One may say that new media can possibly take over other media forms and completely eliminate and store them as a mere history. However, I believe that is not so. Even with the fact that new media begins to dominate over other media and rapidly flourish and expand further beyond the corners of the Earth. It is still indisputable to say that legacy media continuously contribute to various horizons or businesses and reach out to millions and billions of people. Whether these are individuals who prefer old media, the underprivileged, or old-fashioned individuals. Either way, it is still a fact that legacy media and other forms of media bring out their own potential prowess and can be utilized in different ways unique from the rest. Even with the passage of five years, I envision a world possibilities.

[aishablo]

“Understanding the Relevance of Information Literacy in the Midst of Social Era” Aisha Blo

              In a world where digital and technological advances continues to evolve and paves the path of boundless information dissemination in this social era. It is essential to understand that information literacy serves as a relevant life skill that does not only help individuals find information through the space of the internet, but also evaluate and utilize these pieces of information for countless uses required in this modern age. What does an individual hope to gain with this kind of skill? Why, there are an abundant functions and activities in our day to day basis or even opportunities where information literacy is an essential means for success. A person who undermines and underestimates this type of skill can only hope to fall victim to the internal web of the internet that preys on the mindless and heedless persons who are not literate enough to understand facts from prejudice and misinformation contents.

              Information literacy as a skill is tremendously significant in this era, and that is not an overstatement. The continuous evolution of humans and the world changes the values and morals of the people, much likely their routine and so called norms of society. In order to survive and thrive in this ever changing world, it is important to understand the relevance of being an information literate individual. With the ability to encompass the information they seek and gain from others most probably from the anonymous space of the internet and the indescribable amounts of information placed inside this space from a person we don’t even know is credible or fallacious. Henceforth, there is only the choice of staying ignorant of the credibility of the information or being able to learn and distinguish, manipulate and evaluate the information that we find. In order to live and thrive midst this social era.

[aishablo]

Media and Government: A love-hate relationship

The relationship between media and government has always been deep-rooted and interdependent unto each other. With the goal of the government to ensure the safety and balance of their citizens and its people of which they govern, they have always relied heavily upon the media’s mechanism in order to do so. With the help of media, the government is able to have an assurance that their goals would be achieved. Where information is disseminated to help the society’s decision making process on their day to day life, from what to do on certain arising problems, actions to take on huge events and natural disasters, updates on local to international issues, safety and health concerns and political cases. With that, the media assesses on the information given to them, analysing and instigates on a discussion pertaining the issues to ensure that the nation would evolve in a perceptive and positive manner, without being oppressive to the people. With this kind of relationship the nation grows and the society becomes better with the same goals and objectives. However, what happens when this interdependent relationship starts to decays and one side gains all control on the dissemination of information, dominating the whole relationship?

The supposed civil relationship of both media and government is meant to bridge the growth of the nation such as ours. Yet, in the current times it seems as if the government manipulates every detail and information that is given to the public. Corruption is rampant from the shadows, some valuable information is censored, pertaining issues are thrown out to the trash, and the people are kept hidden from the truth. Because of this, the media fails to become a gatekeeper with only the role given for a narrative-approach. Moreover, the information shown to the public shifts to a quantity over quality manner, driving the people to misleading content and the mass continues to grow anxious of the happenings. Making the nation deteriorate and driven away from the goals aiming to develop the country as a whole. A selfish and self-serving government causes all these if they stray away from their true and real objectives and that is to; empower society, innovate projects for the general public, and help create a better and envisioned country. Ultimately, the ones to fix the issues happening currently are the sectors of the government, the press and media, and the people of the nation.

Drawn and written by: Aisha M. Blo with Princess Maca-arig 

[aishablo]

“The Value of Being a Media and Information Literate Individual” Aisha Blo

           In the current modern world where communication and information dissemination infinitely flows within the cosmic space of the internet and its mainstream social media platforms. Individuals who dwells inside the boundaries of the ‘World Wide Web’ and rely on the pieces of information by which countless people have encoded, either from a professional, an amateur, or trolls of the net, there is no knowing inside the anonymous space of the internet. What is the truth? Who is to be trusted? Media is filled with both amusement and apprehension. Hence, being a media and information literate individual who knows how to efficiently discern information, filter out prejudiced opinions from factual points, and produce sound information is a tremendously valuable feat to avoid the conspiracies happening beyond our knowledge and the contents that merely aims to mislead the mass away from the actuality and verity of essential events happening in our world.

          A person who is ignorant of these facts and is not a media and information literate, who takes media and internet lightly and blind to the dangers lurking within media platforms is highly likely to fall victim to artifice, misleading information and pseudo data. Some people may think that the internet and media is harmless, thinking that these helped people to ease work and served as a medium to aid people in need for knowledge and a means for communication, which is an undeniable fact. However, media is a two-faced structure where people utilize as a tool for diverse affairs, yet behind that screen is where conspiracies hide and internal conflict arise. Countless issues in the present involve the media and the internet, issues created by mere human interference, preconception and delusive contents amassed by the people who are misled and aim to mislead people clueless of what is real.