The countdown has already begun for all the students. February the month
of stress has been ticking faster than usual. Especially for those who will be
appearing for the twelfth boards. This phase being a very crucial phase of a
child’s life is also a worrisome period for all the parents. The mounting
pressure tends to strain the ambiance in the house. Children are bound by
restrictions. Kids indulged in studies, 24×7 are cut off from the outside
world. Watching television, meeting friends, mobile phones and access to
computers are all limited. Food pattern, sleeping pattern and even the
lifestyle of the family seem to see a sea change during this stipulated time.
But if we take a closer look and compare it with our past days, don’t you think
we are overreacting?
Scores, no doubt are important but how far does it come in our lives?
Even in our professional lives, do we ever apply what we have learnt? My view
is, scores just gives a boost to self-confidence which is undoubtedly
important. But, it is the child’s sportive trait that leads them. Fortunate are
those who have their score cards as evidence to their caliber, but what about
others who are intelligent, though, but their intelligence isn’t reflected in
their score cards? Do we have to categorize them as dull candidates or
unsuccessful?
If we take a closer look at all the successful people, we will be
pleased to know that the ones who were considered as average or below average
are now in higher positions. Unaware and unmindful, we, parents, fall into the
pattern of comparing kids which should be completely stopped. The basic
instinct of every individual is to improve and be a better version of ourselves
and be appreciated. And so, we strive and can go to any extent.
Every individual has willpower and goals but not all has the caliber to
chase their dreams and achieve. The reason could be their surroundings, or
their upbringing or lack of resources. However, when a favourable situation
knocks at their door, they grab the opportunity and take full benefit. And
these are those students who are less privileged.
Hence, looking at the bigger picture, we, parents, have to be
considerate and give chances to our children and make them accountable for
their decisions. They may stumble but it is definitely a ladder and a leap for
their tomorrow’s achievements.
These words, as I pen them down, seem to target me in the first place
than for others, because whatever I have mentioned above very much reflects me.
I admit I am an arrogant and a rigid mother what I feel has to be seriously
worked upon to turn out a bit softer.
What about you? Desperately want to know how is your February the month
of stress ticking by?
