The self. Having a strong self image is a necessity in building positive relationship. When you know who you are and what your goals are, you may be able to stand for what you believe in and at the same time, not be affected by different conflicting points of view of other people. Even during crucial conversation, you will be consistently true to your values and people will see you as the dependable one. To be true to who you are and to be able to speak the truth are the blessings of having a sound self-concept.

Dictionary defines self concept as "the idea or mental image one has of oneself and one's strengths, weaknesses, status, etc". It’s mostly linked to the word self-image and can be either negative or positive or both at the same time. Though sometimes, the world mistaken it to the word self-esteem, it is very contrasting. Dictionary defines self-esteem as "an inordinately or exaggeratedly favorable impression of oneself". if we really look at it, self-esteem is only negative and don’t usually produce long-lasting positive feelings. It’s due to the fact that sometimes it’s in exaggeration and may have been built with pride. Another thing is it comes from the outside source; from how popular you are to what make up you have on. Money, status and prestige are sometimes the source of self-esteem for other people.

However, the true idea of self concept, meaning the reality of who you really are, can only come from within. It derives from the knowledge of your eternal identity, how Heavenly Father sees you and your real potential. Like the Savior’s admonition to build our foundation not on the sandy one but on His rock, our self-concept must be rooted out on an eternal principle if we want it strong and enduring. Because in order to be truly successful and happy, you must have a self-esteem that is built on true principles, free from all the opinions the world has to say. This can only be found in Gospel principles which will enable men to see their eternal character and identity. It becomes the root of all their views and the reason for their reactions to the situations that come into their lives. The values they hold on to become their foundation and they see things through the right window.

In Mormon 9 verse 5, it says “For behold, when ye shall be brought to see your nakedness before God, and also the glory of God, and the holiness of Jesus Christ, it will kindle a flame of unquenchable fire upon you.” I love how this scripture teaches us that when we finally see ourselves in relation to God, we will see ourselves as who we really are, and our own nothingness compare to God’s infinite glory and power. This, I believe, is the nakedness that it is referring to. Therefore, we must come face to face with ourselves first and then we can come to know how dependent we are of Him. Thus, through becoming more humble, more trusting in Him, we are prepared to come unto Him. Eventually, our love and faith in God will grow and as a result, we’ll then have the “flame of unquenchable fire” that comes from within. Therefore, the real quest in life starts when you lose yourself to find yourself.

MY SELF-CONCEPT.
An eternal being, a child of God, a sister of Christ and of all mankind, a steward over all God has given me, a child of earthly parents, a temple-recommend holder, a college student, a Democrat, a careful driver, a person with an above-average IQ, a pure Filipina, a volleyball fan, a blue-white person, an Aquarian, a perfectionist and more.

MY VALUES.
“Our life is all we have and we live it as we believe in living it. But to sacrifice what you are and to live without belief that is a fate more terrible than dying. “
“Destiny is not a matter of chance, it is a matter of choice; it is not a thing to be waited for, it is a thing to be achieved.” – William J. Bryan

I believe that all the human beings that have lived and will live on this earth are all beloved sons and daughters of a loving and living Heavenly Father who lovingly works for our eternal happiness and progression. He knows and is aware of everything about you and me. And is waiting and hoping for our return with Him someday. I believe that I am an eternal being and with my own choice, have come here for experience and growth. I know that through the Atonement of His Son, even my Savior Jesus Christ, I am capable to overcome my weaknesses, develop my endowed gifts and someday return to my Heavenly Father. I know that all must come to know this truth for themselves at some point in his or her life to achieve true happiness that only Him can offer.

...mediocrity = nonsense...

tv shows are flooding us with tons of reality shows these days..it was exciting to watch before but now some of these shows make me puke in disgust..there's this one that i totally hate in particular..its the "sweet sixteen show" in mtv..the show about those rich, spoiled brat teenagers celebrating their sixteenth birthdays..these rich but shallow people doesnt have anything else in mind but to show off how filthy rich they are and to be the center of attention and jealousy. They have to stress out their parents' mind for them to be the next j-lo and to hold the party of the year that everyone will talk about, while millions of families are suffering from hunger, poverty and natural disasters..

if they would only realize how much power and influence they have in their hands to make a difference..a profound one to make this world a better place to live...a chance to prove in theirselves that they deserve to have what they have..