The World we live in

As people, we want the best things in life. We strive to have them and reach them as much as we can as they are what we want. But people around us also have similar desires and goals and also want to achieve them. The question is that do we accept the same for those around us that we call close or not. It is an inner desire that we have to be the best and aim towards over achieving those around us. However, that should not be a means for us not to acknowledge others successes and congratulate them for their successes and achievements. Just we love to be credited for our efforts and hard-work, others do to and if we acknowledge this then we would develop envy to people we hold so dear Orto people we do not even know. Also think of others as you do yourself, if someone asks for a lending hand or for a piece of advice, the best thing you could do is give it. As people we love to always be on the receiving end but not on the giving end and this can be a problem because if we all ...

In today’s modern world, technology has become the source of entertainment and excitement for kids. Its what kids go to after finishing their homework or chores or when they are simply just bored. Kids enjoy the endless unlimited boundaries of fun and joy they can access on technology that never makes them bored. This is whether they are chatting to friends, playing games or watching something really interesting, technology gives it all without having to wait. Once upon a time kids would anticipate the TV schedule to make sure they do not miss their favourite cartoon or episode of a show, but today it is uploaded and can be easily accessed. Once kids would have to go outside to see and hear from friends but today that is no longer the norm for anyone as technology gives easy communication. The endless boundaries of technology is never ending as new forms of upgrades and updates always occur, this making technology beloved by all age groups, especially kids.  For parents, conce...

The arrival of holidays are welcomed very dearly by everyone. Everyone looks forward to the rest ad relaxation that comes with the holidays, but when kids are present that may not be the case. For many parents the holidays are spent entertaining the kids and making sure that they have a good time, this happening at the cost of sacrificing one’s personal holiday. Going out and having fun is essential for all of us but the key is that it has to bring us all together. Spending time with your kids is the most important part of the holidays, holidays were made to allow rest from one’s busy lifestyle and allow for rest with family to occur. However, the spirit of spending holidays as a family has turned into making sure that the kids are fully entertained and satisfied with their holidays. Making this happen means that families spend a lot of money during holiday periods going outside to fine dining and ares of fun entertainment. Because of this many families do not spend quality time...

As humans we often define life by the good times we have experienced and our day ending up the way we plan. Life is complex and sometimes it does not end up the way we plan and unexpected things always happen.  Everyone has experienced a moment in their lives where a planned day, event or moment takes a completely differently turn from what was originally planned. This sometimes leads to sadness, feeling heartbroken and thinking that your life has come to a complete stand-still depending on what the unexpected thing that is effecting you is Unexpected things or events are part of our lives and it is vital that we recognise this to be able to move forward.  Since life changes that we do not plan on occur everyday in our lives, one of the key things that can make this an enjoyable unexpected experience is by keeping a smile. Keeping a smile not only helps you but those around you and sends a positive picture to the world around us.  It allows one to be able to att...

As people we have many different gifts, talents and skills that we call our own and do very well. We take pride in our skills as we know how to do them well and that they make us feel special.  However, we also have the tendency to feel that every good skill and thing should be ours, this meaning that sometimes we do not respect another's talent or congratulate them for it. If someone gets something or has a particular talent that we do not have, we should be happy for that person and congratulate them on their success and wish them well. This is because we would love to be congratulated when we too reach a milestone in our lives.  Keeping in mind that we all have different skills and talents that are unique to us is important, it helps us understand that we are just human, we have limitations as we are not good at everything and that we have our own unique trademark. As people we are not perfect, this meaning that we do not know everything or how to do everything. Ou...

As people we love to tell those around us that we love them and care for them. We tell them how much they mean to us and that we they are important to us. However, that is where it ends, we believe that saying a good word can do so much for those in our lives as it makes them happy. Saying a kid word is necessary and recommended but the people you say this to would love to see something else. They would love to see a little bit more movement with that love, they would love to see actions of appreciation and love so they know you do care. A parent would love to see their child show much they care by showing respect, by helping them when they need them. A husband and wife would want the other to show love by helping the other and being there when they need each other. A friend would want you to be there at their time of need, to show how much they mean to you and be considerate of them. Words become air and if you talk into a bucket your words will never fill it. However, you actions w...

Ramadan is a very special time of the year for all people, including kids. Kids love the fact of being a chance to fast and the idea of eating yummy food. As a parent it is important to get children involved in this blessed month so that kids can also reap the rewards of ramadan Tell them about the importance of fasting and ramadan The most important way to get kids involved is by telling them about the importance of ramadan and why we fast. By knowing more about Ramadan and its rewards, kids will get involved and why Ramadan is so important to adhere to. If they do not know its importance, they will not see it as a big deal and will not adhere to it. 2. Let them earn rewards Let its earn rewards by allowing them to fast even if it for half the day when they are young. This will give them the enthusiasm toad desire to adhere to fasting as love for fasting will develop. Do not say to them that they are too young to fast as this discourage them and you will make Ram...