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Oratorical Piece : Because Of What We Are, Of What We Believe For every generation, there is a destiny. For some, history decides. For this generation, the choice must be our own. Our destiny in the midst of change will rest on the changed character of our people and on their faith. In a land of great wealth, families must not live in hopeless poverty. In a land rich in harvest, children must not be hungry. In a land of healing miracles, neighbors must not suffer and die untended. In a great land of learning and scholars, young people must be taught to read and write. How incredible it is that in this fragile existence, we should hate and destroy one another. There are possibilities enough for all who will abandon mastery; others to pursue mastery over nature. There is world enough for all to seek their happiness in their own way. We have discovered that every child who learns, and every man who finds work, and every sick body that is made whole – like a candle added to an altar – brightens the hope of all the faithful. So let us reject any among us, who seek to reopen old wounds, and rekindle old hatreds. They stand in the way of a seeking nation. Let us reason to faith and action to experience, to transform our unity of interest into a unity of purpose. To achieve change without hatred; not without difference of opinion but without the deep and abiding divisions which scar the union for generations. Under the covenant of justice, liberty and union, we have become a nation. And we have kept our freedom. It is the excitement of becoming – always becoming, trying, probing, resting, and trying again but always gaining. If we fail now, then we will have forgotten in abundance what we learned in hardship; that democracy rests on faith, that freedom asks more that it gives. If we succeeded, it will not be because of what we have, but it will be because of what we are; not because of what we own, but rather because of what we believe. For we are a nation of believers. Underneath the clamor of buildings and the rush of our day’s pursuits, we are the believers in justice and liberty and union. And in our own

union we believe that every man must some day be free. And we believe in ourselves. For this is what our country is all about. It is the uncrossed desert and the unclimbed bridge. It is the star that is not reached and the harvest that is sleeping in the unplowed ground. Is our world gone? We say farewell, is a new world coming? We welcome it – and we will bend it to the hopes of man. But you must look within your own hearts to the old promises and to the old dreams. They will lead you the best of all.

Change with me, to others, to the country

Once my father told me, “Replicate the change with you to others.” He has been telling that every time I would complain over the boisterous behavior of my siblings.”You too had also been the cause of their inconvenience, so if you want them to follow you, start from yourself,” my papa reminded me.

Change seems to be elusive at these times of hopeless realities- of chaos and discord. When I tried to look back in the past, there is no big difference from what we have now. Different from what it was- of cruel and offensive wars yet the degree of destruction seem just the same. We are still oppressed by valiant enemies of poverty, injustice and segregation. We ought to fight and win over these enemies but we, until now, are dispirited. We are manacled by our choice to embrace mediocrity and we are encapsulated in the prism of reluctance in facing change. We lack the strength to hammer a strong foundation that will keep us firmly standing amidst the tests of time.

I seek to make a difference. My voice maybe small, it maybe unheard but it billows a loud sound for change, change which will start from me. Change with me will echo to others and to my country.

Change with me, resonates the hopeful sound of unity amidst cultural and social differences. We may have different religions, we may come from different echelons of the society but we share a common goal of living a happy and satisfying life, a dream that we have envisioned long before. We are urged to free ourselves in the tyranny of discrimination and injustice. Let us not identify ourselves with our differences but rather , with what we can do to create a wholesome and harmonious place to live in.

The stories of some of note-worthy Filipinos who have placed the country in the arena of the world, has inspired and convinced me that nothing is impossible if we work hard to achieve our dreams. Manny Pacquiao, a great Filipino boxer, has revived our hope that our dreams can become a big reality. He has shown us that sheer hard work, inspired with our faith to the Almighty would deliver us in the realm of success. There is no shortcut, there is no easy way to success. We will climb the steep mountain and stumble upon many obstacles in our way. It is a great challenge then to be resilient for the changes that may take place in the course of our journey towards realizing our dreams.

Change with me washes away the stain of greed and corruption. I believe that the never ending problems of corruption rooted from us and from what we used to do. We

think that simple cheating means nothing, thus, incessantly we resort to it. Using the resources of the government for personal use like office supplies, vehicles and the like are common forms of corruption that we have enjoyed for ourselves. Whether we do it consciously or unconsciously, we are held liable for our actions. These forms of corruption may appear simple yet its effect are gradually engulfing us, losing our clear visions of tomorrow. I call for total transformation. I call for change. Let us all moderate our greed and think for the common good. We can start it in a simple way. Let us not be swayed by our selfish desire, and our hunger for power. Learn to be happy and contented with what we have. Work and prove our worth so that everything will fall right in its place.

As a youth, my ideas are vibrant, strong and pure. I would consolidate my ideas, weave my thoughts and express my opinions, transforming these to one big action to inspire change. I believe that I am the future and whatever I do now would illumine what will become of me tomorrow. I would ensure that whatever I do would inspire others to follow. Yes, the task is arduous, but my strong desire to step on the threshold where there is lasting progress and sustainable development would keep me standing. It will fuel me with zeal and dedication to be the best that I can be and to take the necessary route which will lead me to the right path of change.

Change with me, initiates a big leap for progress and development. We have been longing to save our country from the shackles of poverty, hoping that we won’t suffer from hunger and unemployment. We envision a better Philippines where every Filipinos does not need to seek for a job abroad. We want a better Philippines where every leader has no other purpose but to serve for the common welfare. We can do this, let us reconcile with ourselves and change for the better. Surely, I could not do it alone. We all have to work hand in hand to realize our dreams and to carry out our aspirations; but, before we think of the big picture, let us win over ourselves. Let us hurdle the drawback of our mistakes and rise up as a better person who is positive in dealing with the bend and turns of life, a person who is willing to embrace the mechanisms of change-change for the better and for the common good.

As a youth , the good promise of tomorrow rests in our hands. Whatever we do now shapes the future of this nation. Let us, in our simple way, deliver the country to where it should be. Let us steer the wheel, leading us to a new, better and progressive Philippines.

It is clear that what we enjoy now is the result of our actions. If we choose to dwell what is good and right, then we will enjoy its lasting and fulfilling result. It is only us who can decide which route to take. It is therefore us who can resolve the pressing problems of our nation. And so everything should start with us. I believe that the change with me will resonate to others and most especially to my country.

Papa was right before I could compel my siblings to behave the way I want them to be, I must set myself as a model. I must start with myself. Difficult maybe but with ion and dedication for change, I can do it! #

Believe You Can Succeed And You Will Success means many wonderful, positive things. Success means personal prosperity: a fine home, vacations, travel, new things, financial security, giving your children maximum advantages, etc… Success means winning iration, leadership, being looked up to by people in your business and social life. Success means freedom: freedom from worries, fears, frustrations, and failure. Success means self-respect, continually finding more real happiness and satisfaction from life, being able to do more for those who depend on you.

Belief works this way. Belief, the “I’m positive-I-can” attitude, generates the power, skill, and energy needed to do. When you believe I-can-do-it, the how-to-do-it develops. Everyday all over the world, young people start working in new jobs. Each of them “wishes” that someday he could enjoy the success that goes by reaching the top. But the majority of these young people simply don’t have the belief that it takes the top rungs. And they don’t reach the top. Believing it’s impossible to climb high, they do not discover the steps that lead to great heights. Their behavior remains that of the “average” person.

Success means winning! Success-achievement is the goal of life! Every human being wants success. Everybody wants the best this life can deliver. Nobody enjoys crawling, living in mediocrity. No one likes feeling second-class and feeling forced to go that way. Some of the most practical success-building wisdom is found in that Biblical quotation stating that ‘faith can move mountains.’ Believe, really believe, that you can move a mountain and you can! Not many people believe that they can move mountains. So, as a result, not many people do. On some occasion you’ve probably heard some say something like, “it’s nonsense to think you can make a mountain, move away.’ It’s simply impossible.” People who think this way have belief confused with wishful thinking. And true enough, you can’t wish away a mountain. You can’t wish yourself into an executive suite. Nor can you wish yourself into a five-bedroom, threebath house or the high-income brackets. You can’t wish yourself into a position of leadership. But you can move a mountain with belief. You can win success by believing you can succeed. There is nothing neither magical nor mystical about the power of belief.

But a small number of these young people really believe they will succeed. They approach their work with the “I’m goingto-the-top” attitude. And with substantial belief they reach the top. Believing they will succeed – and that it’s not impossible – these folks study and observe the behavior of senior executives. They learn how successful people approach problems and make decisions. They observe the attitudes of successful people. Those who believe they can move mountains, do. Those who believe that they can’t, cannot. Belief triggers the power to do. Belief in great results is the driving force, the power behind all great books, plays, scientific discoveries. Belief in success is behind every successful business, church, and political organization. Belief in success is the one basic, absolutely essential ingredient in successful people. Believe, really believe, you can succeed and you will!