People often say, "Your child is a bright one. Lucky you are!"
But I am telling you, step in the shoes of a studious child and then speak out. At once, be it any of us, he would reject this. But things are not as lavishing as we see them. Just as a coin is two-faced. Being intelligent too has both aspects - good and bad. Though the latter can be conqured by strong willpower.
When at home, the children have to listen to their wishful parents who load them with a bag - full of expectations. Their ear-drums are made familiar with sayings like "This will decide your career, focus on studies child."
When at school,the child is meant to work like a robot who is expected to be customised according to the framework of rules and regulations of the school. "Do this, do that, don't do this,don't go there....." -- Urghh! so many Do's and Dont's.
Now, when its about a mediocre child or someone who is least bothered about studying, then its fair enough because such a child will mend ways to escapism. But what about a sincere,studious child?
Ah! his is a heavy heart, full of ethics,mannerism,respect and what not! He will never answer back on an argument with the teacher. He will always try and finish his work on time. He will work best to prove his prowess. He would obey his parents dutifully and make them happy and proud in all respect.
Now you must be wondering, can a student so perfect ever face problems?
And sadly, the answer to this is a "YES". In a lifestyle like today's, a crêmé student too faces problems. We all know that human wants are endless and that we always want more! The fellow students perceive the studious one as their biggest obstacle and find ways to let him down! They try and avoid him, create hurdles for him by way of solitude. Yes, despite being so good and even kind at heart, the manipulating ones reject the idea of befriending him.
Who in his childhood would not wish to have friends? I'm sure all of us want them in life. But unfortunately, children today have turned so insensitive. Well, they are not to blame! The root cause behind this, is the increasing competion in today's fast moving life.
As my father rightly explains it, today's success mantra is as simple as "Survival of the fittest" Better you face it, the better you nail it. Though not so easy,but "being intellectually strong as well as holding good emotional strength" is the only way to beat the mass and be the best!
To sum it up, here's a thought you can think upon,
"Be strong, work hard… but never let your heart tear apart"
Look for simple joys of life and find happiness, because as the blog title suggests, "Life is beautiful" :)
