Spiritual detox We usually engage in detox to rid our bodies of unhealthy substances. Maybe we also need to engage in a spiritual form of detox so that we may give up our negative thoughts, emotions and anxieties. This prepares us for blessings and graces that may come our way. And when we are fortunate […]
Give up, lift up Maybe it is in choosing to give up something when we are also able to lift ourselves up. Luke 9:22-25. If anyone wishes to come after me, he must deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me. [DAILY GOSPEL INSIGHTS AND REFLECTION FOR MANAGEMENT AND ORGANIZATION 2023-054: FEBRUARY […]
Flow and authenticity According to Csikszentmihalyi, flow is a state of complete absorption and focus in an activity, where the person loses track of time and is fully engaged in the task at hand. This state of flow is characterized by a sense of control, effortless action, and a feeling of satisfaction. What if we […]
Another reflection on GOATs, rankings, and flourishing within the ACM program The past few days have allowed me to reflect on the journey of our BS in Applied Corporate Management (BS-APC or ACM) students during the pandemic. I’ve been reading their reflections on their personal journey. For the recent ACM alums, it’s heartwarming to see […]
Necessary but not sufficient As we navigate through the complexities of life, we often come across situations where certain conditions are deemed necessary for a desired outcome to materialize. However, it is important to recognize that just because a condition is necessary, it does not guarantee success. This notion can be best summed up in […]
Love stops vicious cycles “An eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth” can set into motion a vicious cycle of revenge and retaliation. In systems thinking, this can be framed as a negative reinforcing loop that can degenerate societies. The wisdom of turning the other cheek is perhaps a principle that aims to […]
Meta We can only radically change ourselves if we can think about how we think and reflect on how we reflect. In other words, metacognition and meta-reflection. This is a level of self-awareness that forces us to think about our limits and transcend them. In doing so, maybe we can approximate transfiguration, even if just […]
Mastering one’s self I have assigned my students an individual reflection activity. The goal is for them to make sense of their journey so far in college by applying first-person tools in the spirit of authenticity and the general empirical method. In other words, the assignment is an opportunity for them to demonstrate what I […]
God’s eye view Our perspective is limited. Our thoughts and actions are often colored by biases, fears, and limited experiences. We tend to focus only on what is in front of us, unable to perceive the bigger picture. However, by acknowledging our limitations and opening our minds to new ideas, we can begin to see […]
Are we really blind or are we just closing our eyes? It can be difficult to discern whether we are truly blind to something or simply avoiding an uncomfortable truth. Some signs that we are closing our eyes to difficult truths include resistance, avoidance, and fear. On the other hand, if we are open to […]