Build Child Confidence

Brief 

When I started working at Bagiya, an NGO for underprivileged children, I was initially unsure if I could connect with them while teaching life skills, a new concept for these students. However, after three months, their eagerness to learn and apply these skills erased all my doubts. This experience reinforced my belief in the importance of teaching life skills at a young age to foster personal growth and well-being. Using NLP techniques, I help students build confidence, communication skills, and self-esteem, preparing them for success beyond the classroom.

Detailed Background

Sometimes, self-judgment can make you anxious and challenge your confidence. I experienced this recently when I started working at Bagiya, an NGO dedicated to educating children from weaker sections of society. Despite my successful career as an educator, I found myself doubting whether I would be able to connect with the children at Bagiya. 

Why was I doubting myself? The reason was that I wasn't teaching a traditional subject; instead, I was working on their life skills—a completely new concept for these students. These were classes where they would work on themselves, polishing their weaknesses and becoming better versions of themselves to excel in life. It was an uncharted territory for both the students and me.

Problem

My initial skepticism stemmed from the uncertainty of how the students would respond. Would they be receptive to learning something so different from their usual curriculum? I knew life skills were essential, but introducing these skills to students who had never encountered them before was a challenge. My concern was whether they would understand the importance of these skills and whether I could convey this effectively.

Solution

I began by selecting grades 7-8 and 11-12 for my classes, starting our journey together in April 2023. To my delight, after just three months, I felt a profound sense of belonging at Bagiya. The students' eagerness to absorb and implement life skills in their lives was incredibly encouraging. Their enthusiasm was evident when I missed a class due to personal reasons, and they waited eagerly for my return, later expressing their disappointment in missing the session. All my doubts vanished.

This experience at Bagiya reinforced my belief that all children are inherently good-hearted and positive. It's their habits and behaviors that set them apart. By focusing on these aspects at the right age, we can significantly reduce stress, anger, anxiety, relationship issues, and academic pressure among students.

Life skills training in schools, though often not part of the academic curriculum, is crucial for personal growth, well-being, and success in the real world. These skills, such as communication, emotional intelligence, health and wellness, time management, empathy, problem-solving, and digital literacy, are vital for navigating life's challenges effectively.

Through NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming), I help students develop these essential life skills, boosting their confidence and self-esteem. These improvements not only enhance their educational achievements but also positively impact their relationships and activities outside school. By incorporating life skills training into the school curriculum through dedicated classes, workshops, or integration into various subjects, we can provide students with the practical skills and knowledge they need to thrive beyond the classroom.