Question and Answer Series! (Part 1)

Hello, there! Compliments of the season, and happy Holidays!

In October, we received some questions from secondary school students via a feedback form that we sent out. Thank you for sending them in. Though, it's been over 2 months, it's not too late to answer them, one article at a time. So, let's dive in!

Question: "How can I balance my school study time with other activities like house chores and the likes?"

This article walks you through how you can balance all your activities for productivity. Enjoy!

Life engagements are all about priorities.  Every person really has time for what he/she prioritises.

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‎Whether one is in JSS 1 or SSS 3, there are always so many "good  things" calling our attention and many times, they are not mutually exclusive, that is, it's possible for them to go hand in hand.

‎For instance,  as a student, you have your books to read and house chores to do. In this scenario, you must acknowledge that both are important and should be treated as such. 

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We believe that at the core of this question is the need to dedicate enough time to the things that matter. As a first step in the right direction, follow through with this simple exercise: 

Take a seat, pause from the hustle and bustle of life, and ask yourself, "What are the things that consume my time?" Write them down in a list.

‎"Are these things contributing to my growth in any way?" 

Beside each activity listed, use a "Yes" or "No" to depict whether it contributes to your growth or not.

‎Having answered the first two questions sincerely, then you must be ready to drop anything you discover that isn't contributing to your growth. Depict this by striking out such activities from your list!

‎This is very important, to enable you to focus your attention on things that contribute to your growth like your studies, skill building, relationship with God, relationships with family, house chores, and so on.

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‎You also should work towards growth in discipline, enough to stick to things that contribute to your growth only, including well planned and moderated recreation(healthy, fun activities that help you relax). ‎It might not be appealing all the time, but it will pay off in the long run.

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‎Close your eyes to other irrelevant activities, and you will discover that you have enough time to do the important things you are meant to do. 

We wish you the best in your journey of living purposefully. Grow, soar, and shine!

Merry Christmas and a Happy new year in advance!

P.S. How many of you readers did the exercise?!  Did you find it helpful? Let us know in the comments!