Education is key to a good life

EVERYONE answers this question with a resounding yes, education is life itself.
This belief has been proven by many people.
When someone receives a better education, they tend to live better lives and things become easier.
Educational qualifications can help individuals find better jobs with favourable wages.
Life becomes more enjoyable and fulfilling.
The more prestigious the qualification, the better quality of life one can achieve.
This societal belief that “education is our life” motivates students to work hard on their studies.
Despite being a good motivating factor, every aspect of life has two sides.
For some people, this belief works well, but for others, it may not.
What about students who struggle in the classroom?
What about students with a lower intelligence quotient (IQ)? What about those who face harsh realities and drop out of school?
The belief that “education is your life” can add more pressure. If someone believes that education is everything, then dropping out of school can feel like the end of life.
This can lead to involvement in illegal activities and a loss of hope for a better future.
Individuals may have inborn phenomenal skills and talents, but the belief that education is life may prevent them from fully developing their innate abilities, leading to increased hopelessness.
Therefore, it is important to understand that education is not life itself, but rather a part of life.
It is a pathway to a better life. Someone can drop out of school but still have a fulfilling life by nurturing their natural abilities and talents.
If the belief that education is life is clearly explained by educators, individuals can feel content and proud of their work, even if it may not align with traditional educational paths.
Forcing someone to adhere to the belief that education is life can diminish positivity and lead to individuals seeking opportunities in urban areas, causing an increase in social issues.
For instance, someone with low IQ can work well in the garden and positively feeding his family, but if he is forced to believe that education is his life then his farming skill might be looked down. He might search for better education but unable to make it.
The belief that education is life has a positive impact on those who have access to education and are able to work towards a better future.
However, it is important to recognise that not everyone in a developing country like Papua New Guinea has the same opportunities or abilities.
Instead of focusing on this belief, the educators should emphasize that education is a pathway to a good life, which is found through positive attitudes and nurturing innate abilities.

Damien Engime