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         When we look through history books, it is not surprising that parts of it are about the life and works of Rizal. Our national hero is very popular and highly regarded for his martyrdom. In fact, his name isn’t just evident in journals or books but also seen in postcards and cigarette wrappers, even in random things like bottles or just designs for an artwork.              Rizal’s life becomes an inspiration to many. But despite having numerous abilities and talents; achievements; and skills, he is still human. Stated below are 3 facts about Rizal that will make you realize that he’s just like any of us. He was stingy.             Every penny counts. Rizal made sure that every coin that is being take out of his pocket is used for something that qualifies its worth. Before checking into hotels, he would book a room that does not include breakfast in its accommodation, instead t...

  In a world that is deprived of fairness, how could we survive?             Hardships are a part and parcel of life and the only armor a person could have to keep these distressful events at bay is a positive mind.   “As with the butterfly, adversity is necessary to build character in people”. Yet most of us, if not all, are aware of this undeniable truth, under an extreme misfortune, it is hard to withhold emotions and have a positive mentality.   Some people pinpoint that “it is just in the mind of the persona; you could be positive if you chose to do so”. However, the problem is it is hard to find a reason to be positive when we have absolutely no reason to be. It is easy to stay positive when things go well but when life isn’t throwing satisfactory or good things anymore; how hard could it be to be indisputable? Sobre La Indolencia de los Filipinos or the Indolence of the Filipino written by Jose Riz...