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  Face Challenges, Not Problems: Be The Resilient Students Dear students!  Have you ever had one of those days where even the minute issue feels like the world is crashing down? Maybe you forgot to complete an assignment or struggled with a topic in class—and suddenly, It feels like everything is going wrong. You get stuck on a few math problems and catch yourself saying repeatedly, This is too hard for me. I for sure  can't  do math. Trust me, we have  all been  there! But what if I told you how you  think  about the problem could change everything? Here is the secret : Instead of saying, I am in a problem, tell yourself, So What? I  am not at all stuck  in an obstacle , It  is just I am facing a challenge. This challenge has come my way because I have the strength and potential to overcome it. Just like my teacher gives arduous assignments to students who can handle them, or how my father trusted me with some tasks over my sibling...
  "10 Finnish Education Secrets to Boost Your Academic Performance"   Finland is famous for its world-class education system, which prioritizes student well-being, personalized learning, and a balanced approach to academics. By adopting some of these practices, students everywhere can improve their academic performance and enjoy the learning process. Here’s how you can apply Finnish education principles to boost your results.   1. Take Regular Breaks In Finland, students follow the Pomodoro Technique —a method that includes 45 minutes of focused study followed by a 15-minute break. You can do the same! After each focused session, step away, take a short walk, or stretch. These breaks help Finnish students stay refreshed and return to their studies with a rejuvenated mind.   2. Personalize Your Learning Finnish schools emphasize individualized learning plans for students, helping them understand what works best for them. You can adapt this by recogniz...
  Story   And often, unknowingly, we pass this tendency on to our children . One morning, while jogging, I noticed someone ahead of me on the trail. The person was about a quarter of a mile in front, running at a much slower pace. Instinctively, I set my sights on catching up to him. With a mile left before my planned turn, I decided to pick up the pace. Block by block, I closed the gap. First, I was 100 yards behind, then 50, and soon, I could almost feel the victory within my grasp. I pushed myself even harder as if I was competing in the final leg of the Olympics. And then, I did it—I passed him.   A surge of satisfaction flooded me. "I could beat him!" I thought, revelling in the triumph. And the kicker is—he had no idea we were racing.   After my small, self-imposed victory, I realized something unsettling. I had been so focused on catching up to him that I practically missed my turn. By the time I noticed, I was already six blocks off course. Not only d...
  The book Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life by Hector Garcia and Francesc Miralles offers timeless wisdom for living a purposeful and fulfilling life. These principles, when applied to students, can enhance their academic performance, well-being, and motivation. By integrating the lessons of Ikigai, students can find their passion, stay focused, and develop habits that lead to lifelong success.    Value points extracted from the book to suit students' perspectives   Find Your Ikigai : Identify what you love, what you are good at, what the world needs, and what you can get reward for. That helps in finding purpose and direction. Understanding your strengths and interests will help you choose the right career path and stay motivated through your studies. It offers clarity on why learning matters and how it connects to your future.   Stay active and do not retire : Keep your mind an...