Article contributed by Mrs. Chhavi

God has made us all, unique and different. As human beings, we judge every aspect of our lives by using one criterion called ‘COMPARISON’.

Comparisons can make one’s choices and aspirations fickle. It has been observed that comparison creates feelings of inadequacy and a lifelong habit of focusing on others, rather than bettering your own SELF.  It can even distract us from doing our work in the right way. However, Comparisons, if done with our own selves, can lead to growth and advancement. As educators and facilitators, it is our responsibility to motivate the child to embrace his individuality and know his strengths and interests. Parents should believe in giving their children a positive and healthy motivation, so as to raise them as confident individuals for the future. As Albert Einstein said,

‘Everybody is a genius.

But if you judge a fish

on its ability to climb a tree,

it will live its whole life believing it is stupid.’