Shiera Mae R.

Bernales
BSN-2D
March 6, 2024

Reflection on Spiritual and Moral Aspects

For today's session, we saw a video regarding lethal injection as a

death penalty for convicted individuals. We were asked if these people really
deserved such punishment. My initial response before we discussed it was no,
because these criminals can still be changed, and there are many factors to
consider before imposing that punishment. Additionally, as a religious person,
only God has the authority to do so, and it is a grave sin to take someone's
life, even if that person is inhumane. But I discovered that man is guided by
his actions via his longing and experience with God after hearing about the
significance of spiritual factors in the development of an integrated person.
As a result, individuals are able to see their own identity more clearly and use
it as a moral compass while making decisions. Additionally, I came to
understand that, in order to be a Paulinian—a person developed to be
Christo Centric Paschal—I must always place Christ at the center of
everything I do. I think that a big part of how we shape ourselves into better
people is our spiritual side. I gained knowledge about the different stages of
conscience and its significance in relation to matters of morals. We can live a
decent and healthy life and be happy if we are able to distinguish between
what is good and wrong. Not only is it critical to distinguish between right and
wrong, but it's also critical to accept responsibility for one's errors, move
quickly to make amends, and commit never to make the same mistakes
twice.
In conclusion, the discussion today deepened my knowledge of the
complex relationships that exist between morality, spirituality, and personal
growth. It emphasized how important it is to own up to one's moral compass,
take ownership of one's behavior, and make a commitment to ongoing
growth. The combination of these thoughts will surely influence my attitude to
ethical challenges and aid in my personal development as I make my way
through life as a Paulinian.