A Week of Routine, Followed by an Unforgettable Weekend - Week 31

Another week has passed—mostly routine, filled with classes and training. Nothing too out of the ordinary at first. We had our first team practices, and I got back into the rhythm of group lifts. One highlight, though, was being asked to lead one of them. It felt good to be trusted with that responsibility, and I really appreciated the opportunity.

On another note, I also applied to become an RA (Resident Assistant). For those who don’t know, it's a student role that involves overseeing dorm life, helping resolve issues, and reporting problems. If I get the position, it would help offset some housing costs, which would be a big plus. We’ll see how that turns out.

Then Came the Weekend: Kairos

The weekend, which was anything but ordinary. I attended a retreat with my school—or rather, with my friends, because most of the people there were close to me. It’s hard to put into words, and honestly, I won’t go into too much detail. If you’ve found your way here looking for an explanation of what Kairos is, I’ll simply say this: You should go.

Everyone experiences it differently, but it’s something that truly makes you think. It’s grounded in religion, but you don’t have to be religious to attend. It’s more about you, your life, and the people around you. And that’s what made it so powerful.

I’ve been reflecting since coming back. It was so thought-provoking that I can’t even say whether it impacted me religiously or not—but I do know it made me think in a way I hadn’t before. It made me wonder how experiences like this shape people’s beliefs. Do they naturally lead someone closer to faith, or is it simply a space for self-reflection?

I’ve heard that similar retreats at other schools can feel pressured, but I never felt that here. I can understand how, in some places, it could be done in a way that feels manipulative or forced, but that wasn’t my experience. The team that organized it created something special—a space where you could just be, without expectations. And for that, I’m truly grateful.