June is the month of new beginnings and fresh starts. In India, the month of June usually opens with the first welcome showers of rain which helps to cleanse the body, mind & spirit of all dirt,lethargy and exhaustion. Everything appears new and fresh.
June is also the month of school re openings. After a rather long vacation, the child eagerly waits for the school to begin as he is eager to show off his/her new pencil box, bag etc. and keen to reunite with friends or make some new friends. However, with the new academic year, come new challenges, which could cause stress or anxiety. There are numerous ways in which a parent can prepare the child for his/ her school reopening.
- Plan a visit to the school before it opens officially;
- Show the child his classroom, canteen or take a walk on the playground.
- Plan his day as per his school timings a few days earlier.
- Prior to school reopening, schedule his daily activities as per school schedule like his play time, sleep times etc.
- Motivate him with positive stories about school experiences.
This reminds me that June 20th is the father's Day! A day to remember his contribution in our lives. This month we are also acknowledging another great personality 'Helen Keller' whose birthday falls on June 27th. She needs no introduction.She inspires not only people with disabilities but sets a remarkable example to all.
She wrote, "A person who is severely impaired never knows his hidden sources of strength until he is treated like a normal human being and encouraged to shape his own life."
How many of us have really tapped our hidden sources of strength? On her birthday let us pledge that we will try to utilise our potential to the fullest & make use of our energies very constructively.
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