What are the parent`s expectations? Happines is the primary aim of education, which connotes various other derivatives
Only those that are in a happy state of mind , will be able to transmit this trait effectively in their offspring’s. The present generation with all the scientific progress and amenities seemed to be more stressed and depressed in comparison. The time saved on monotonous, routine activities is spent in front of T,V. Hence the ratio of depressed individuals is one in five for women and one in six for men and is very alarming. We make these choices willingly and consciously at most time and hence suffer the consequences. The main focus of the parents is study, scoring and faith in tuitions right from K.G classes. It builds tremendous pressure to excel under all circumstances. There is hardly any time for the children both at school and home to engage in sports and other creative activities. The accent should be on effective concentration, which could two hours daily. ,In stead the students learn to waste time, disinterested , develop hate and aversion with academic pursuits at all times Happiness must spring from within through involvement of creative activities, rather than momentary pleasures What are the parent’s expectations . The basic reason to educate children is to make them happy and which connotes various derivatives. If the parents themselves are not happy individuals in their relationshipsderived by activities from outside (listening to music, T.V. video games, and mobiles) Health is another factor that contributes to happiness. Unfortunately the clamour for junk food has led to the development of life style diseases in children too early in life. like obesity, heart , kidney, blood pressure and diabetes Emphasis on healthy diet is the urgent need. Both the Parents and children need to have regular exercise and permit children to actively engage in sports. Children imbibe the habits from parents The schools too give precedence to academic results more than sports participation in their appreciation, recognition, rewards, Fortunately this mentality is undergoing a sea change with sports achievements given credits Interpersonal relations help to resolve conflicts and problems satisfactorily. Looking beyond ourselves gives a broader perspective and meaning to life. In ability to manage conflicts leads to unhappiness and violent explosion in behaviour. Parents that value, encourage interpersonal relations lay a good foundation, In chasing happiness the satisfied attitude leads to stagnation and hence creative, fulfilling tasks elevate abilities with satisfaction to a new level Finance too has bearing on happiness, Parents slog to meet the un called for demands and satisfy children and as a result have less interaction with them . Happy, confident children are the dream of all parents. To realise it ,they must effectively and actively engage in studies and sports, Healthy diet, health, exercise interpersonal relations and finance, time management can achieve the desired state of happiness, which is the ultimate goal of education Dr Bevinda Viegas Muller is a practicing psychiatrist, a multi faceted personality, a writer, columnist a sports enthusiast. The synopsis is the address to the parents of Mount Mary`s Secondary High School, Chinchinim on the occasion of annual PTA meeting on 19/7/2014 Nelson Lopes Chinchinim