‘Motivation can create wonders for young minds’

Motivation – the word that we use almost every time, but sometimes we fail when it comes to its implementation. Leaders must lead but the learners must be motivated and supported to become a leader.

It’s true to say that each one of us needs motivation and that if it is given at a right time then wonders can be created in one’s life. Each one of us is also blessed with one or the other hidden talent. The only difference is that some are motivated and supported by the right people, and some are just ignored. I believe being an educator, the role of a teacher is just to push each child as per their capacities and then see the wonders.

We do agree that error is human. We all are not perfect and it takes time to reach perfection. And it is possible if we are getting motivation from the right person at the right time. A pat on the back is enough to motivate a child.

In my experience, it takes extra effort to motivate the students, but once you get good results, you yourself will feel so good and happy that children are trying to learn new things. Moreover, many children may get ignored when they are not motivated and as a result, the same lot is coming again and again into the limelight but who is at fault? We all as parents, siblings, and educators are at fault because we never motivated our children to do what they are good at. Instead, we keep asking our child to do better next time. However, once in a while appreciating their work will bring a positive outlook and more confidence amongst them.

On the other hand, each child is not academically good, some are good in art, some in mathematical calculations, some in sports, while some are brilliant in singing, dancing, and so on. But comparing our children with others can have a harmful impact on their psychology.

If comparison continues, the child will get demoralised and will never express himself/herself. So, we must avoid using tags that leave everlasting marks on a child’s life and mind. If a child falls, just give your hand and lift him/her up with the notion, ‘Failures are the pillars of success. Failure is when you fall and don’t get up, but if you get up then you are going to succeed’.

Just a few words of appreciation and motivation encourage a child to give their best and that gives them confidence to perform even better next time.

Sometimes our motivation can help the child to explore their passion and to lead in that field. So as an educator, I would suggest to please connect with your children, try to understand them, talk to them, and correct them where they need your guidance. But do motivate them. They just need appreciation and support from your end and please stop irrelevant comparisons as each child is very special and born with unique possibilities.

Success is not final, failure is not fatal. It is the courage to continue that count. That courage comes from motivation and support.

Please Note: This article has been written by Ms. Maninder Kaur. Views expressed are personal.