Offering

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I often visit the St. Clare Monastery because I like the ritual of offering a tangible gift to an intercessor. The monastery is located at Katipunan, making it easily accessible whether I am driving or commuting. Prayer is an important part of my fitness journey because I envision my health goals in front of an altar. I also pray for my special intentions, such as landing a good job soon and for blessings for me and A. I like how it is integrated in my schedule, because I consider prayer to be a lifestyle rather than a chore. It is essential to include it in my plans if I want my intentions to be granted or given special consideration. Whenever I am at St. Clare, I map out my vision, my goals, and how I plan to realize them. For my relationship with A, I think of stability and his success in his career. For my health, I see myself without suffering and still in good shape. It is design thinking in process, and the only difference is the ritual of doing so in front of an altar. By offering myself, I give a part of my being to further my intentions. By living a life of prayer, I am renewing my faith. And when I lift up everything to God, I find myself trusting in Him wholeheartedly.