Ravinder Singh Sodhi
(Asian independent) Motivation is the invisible thread that weaves confidence, creativity, and ambition into a child’s character. This quiet force transforms curiosity into achievement and effort into excellence. Recognising this, Canada’s educational curriculum places significant emphasis on fostering a nurturing environment where encouragement replaces criticism and every child’s potential is celebrated. Teachers and school authorities have adopted an approach that avoids negative remarks about a child’s activities or personality, instead cultivating a space where young minds flourish through appreciation and positive reinforcement.
A heartwarming example of this philosophy in action recently unfolded in many schools in Chestermere, near Calgary, where a greeting card printing company initiated an inspiring project. Company representatives provided blank drawing sheets to students, inviting them to illustrate their New Year’s cards without any imposition or correction. Among the eager participants were two young artists: a first-grade student and a third-grade student(whose cards are published with this write-up), both pouring their imagination onto the pages. Their drawings, along with those of other children were printed exactly as they had created them. When the children received twenty copies of their self-designed cards, their joy was boundless. They held for the first time, a tangible manifestation of their creativity—validated, appreciated, and ready to be shared with family and friends.
The impact of this seemingly simple initiative was profound. The excitement in their eyes and the pride in their voices as they showed their cards to their loved ones demonstrated how deeply motivation influences a child’s growth. It was not merely about the act of drawing; it was about the realization that their ideas, expressions, and creativity mattered. Such experiences instil a belief in children’s abilities, fostering confidence that becomes the foundation of lifelong learning and success.
Beyond the classroom walls, this kind of encouragement shapes children’s approach to life itself. Children who grow up in environments where their efforts are acknowledged learn to embrace challenges rather than fear them. They develop resilience in the face of setbacks and a passion for exploring new horizons. When they are told that their work is valuable, they begin to see themselves as capable individuals with something meaningful to contribute to the world.
In such nurturing spaces, the thinkers, dreamers, and leaders of tomorrow are born. A child’s brilliance is not measured solely by grades or standardized tests but by their ability to imagine, create, and believe in themselves. If every child were encouraged to explore their potential without fear of criticism, who knows what remarkable heights they could reach? The possibilities are limitless when motivation fuels the journey.
Ravinder Singh Sodhi
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Calgary, Canada
001-604-369-2371
