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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.
Highly esteemed members of the board of judges, fellow orators, organizers of this contest of eloquence, friends, ladies
and gentlemen, a wonderful day to us all!
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 passion and dedication for change, I can do it!

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