MENTAL HEALTH-HOW TO COPE UP WITH STRESS AND ANXIETY?

Mental health includes our psychological,emotional and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel and behave. It also helps determine how we handle stress, anxiety and make healthy choices. Mental health awareness is one of the things people need during this pandemic. With all the current problems going on around the world, it is important to keep our mental health in check and so if we need to get off social media for a bit, for the sake of our mental health, then by all means, do so. Advocate, amplify but care for yourself.According to a recent survey, stress, anxiety ,depression is on the rise among Gen Z,Millennial Employees and those working from home. So these are a few tips on how to cope up with mental health stress:

1.Connect with yourself and your feelings

If your feeling angry or upset – know that it is OKAY. if you have PTO, or is facing stress in your work schedule, you might consider taking time off to reset or recharge yourself or to simply sit with your grief without worrying that you’re not being productive.If you don’t have that option right now, think about to make time in your schedule to intentionally care for yourself – for a weekend, day or an hour. Stay positive and stay healthy.

2.Make sure you meet your basic needs

We often forget to drink water, eat a meal,or go to bed at your normal hour when we are so involved in social media networking sites. But when you’re already feeling bad, skipping on basic self-care is only going to make things worse. It is important to set remainders throughout the day so that you remember to have a cup of tea ,fix lunch, relax for the night – or whatever else you need to do in order to be functioned.

3. Meditation and yoga

Meditation need not be about reaching enlightenment or accomplishing a goal. it is more about relaxing yourself and your body muscles . Take a few deep breaths to calm your nerves and and relax your mind. Quietly focus on your breathing and slowly breathe in and out for a few minutes. This would help to relieve some stress off your mind and body. I would recommend Art of Living – an organization which focuses on yoga. It really helps reduce stress and anxiety and it would really benefit people dealing with depression and anxiety.

4. Get help when you need it

If you think you your mental heath state is deteriorating ,then don’t hesitate to seek help. It is really important to do what is right for yourself which is to call a therapist and set an appointment .Counselling and greiving seesions are also a great way to cope up with this. As a growing society , we must encourage people speaking out about their problems because each person that does gives another person to fight their own demons and get help.

Mental health isn’t an individual concern. Its a societal concern. So take care of your mental health. Stay safe , stay healthy and stay positive.

Fake News-a false alarm

What will happen if one morning we wake up and check our phone which will leave us bewildered with a notification of the demise of some famous personality and after few hours of feeling sad you realize that it was a fake news, that someone made a fool out of you. Think about that personality who will read the news of his own demise , such a strange thing right? The new digital era with modern technology has unleashed many unwanted and false practices which is affecting the individuals interpret daily developments. Now this thing leaves me in a state that whether I should watch news or read news articles or just leave everything and be unaware about the facts happening around me. Let me share some of the instances where I felt that fake news is becoming a threat to people. During this time of COVID-19, where the world is suffering from a painful time , people are still spreading fake news. They are giving false information about the number of corona cases rising in India and how the nation is in a dreadful situation with fear and suffrage. https://www.firstpost.com/tag/fake-news Second incident is from CBSE where the people were spreading rumors about the board examination of 10th&12th class. Students were confused with the dates and whether the examination will take place or not, this situation was no less than a terror for them because they were not sure with the dates and evaluation. But now the things have been settled and CBSE has warned against the fake news. https://scroll.in/announcements/958428/cbse-warns-against-fake-news-regarding-2020-board-exams There are many more examples which has threatened people and made a disbelief in media, where the people are in no state whether to believe the media or not. One of the major reasons why fake news is such a threat is the increasing difficulty for readers to identify the legitimacy of wake news websites. People are trusting blindly on everything , they are not checking the facts or they are not able to make a difference between a fabricated news or a real piece of news article. The fabricated news is creating a negative impact on the people and making the situation much more worse and entangled. This is a growing debate on how to address these issues without undermining the benefits of digital media. We should be aware about every digital platform before using it. Government should take preventive measures to combat this problem and come up with a solution so that people can actually rely on real news. Government should promote news literacy and strong professional journalism in the society.The media should work really hard in developing a real piece of news without fabricating it. Tech companies should come up with apps or other tools that can identify fake news in seconds and individuals should follow some guidelines or check the facts before believing in a news article. I will conclude this article with a quote of Abraham Lincoln “Don’t believe everything you read on the internet just because there’s a picture with a quote next to it.”

V. O. Chidambaram Pillai (V.O.C.): A Great Figure in Freedom Movement

Freedom movement against the British Raj in those days was not only confined to few states but spread over across undivided India because the British came thousands and thousands kilometres away to exploit our resources including human resources. Different websites of Wikipedia reveal that during World War I, more than one million Indian soldiers forced to serve overseas, of whom 74,187 soldiers perished and little more than 67,000 were injured. Also in the World War II, more than 2.5 million Indian troops forced to join and fight on behalf of the British force around the world. I feel if we were not under the British Raj probably our persons would not have joined in both the World Wars.

Anyway, in those days in the Madras Presidency division, also many sacrificed their lives or imprisoned for participating in freedom movement or raising voice against the British Raj. It is pertinent to mention that the Madras Presidency was an administrative subdivision (presidency) of British India. The Presidency included most of southern India, including the whole of Andhra Pradesh, and parts of Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka, Telangana, Odisha and the union territory of Lakshadweep. The city of Madras was the winter capital of the Presidency and Ootacamund or Ooty was the summer capital (wikipedia.org/wiki/Madras_Presidency).

In this article, a great human being who was in freedom movement also an entrepreneur is presented from then the Madras Presidency.

Vallinayagan Ulaganathan Chidambaram (5 September 1872 – 18 November 1936), popularly known by his initials, V.O.C., also known as Kappalottiya Tamizhan meaning ‘The Tamil Helmsman’, was a freedom fighter and leader of Indian National Congress. He was the founder of Swadeshi Steam Navigation Company, first indigenous Indian shipping service moving between Tuticorin and Colombo with the Swadeshi Steam Navigation Company, competing against British ships. With dynamism, courage and integrity VOC/ Chidambaram raised the people against the mighty British Raj. He was at young age motivated by Shri Ramakrishnanathar, a saint and ardent follower of Swami Vivekananda’s philosophy. The Saint advised him to do something for the country. During this period, VOC/ Chidambaram met the Tamil poet Bharathiyaar who shared his political ideology and thus both had close relationship. VOC was also great admirer of Bal Gangadhar Tilak and considered him mentor in politics.

In 1908, VOC’s political involvement drew attention to the British. He, Subramaniya Siva and Padmanabha Iyengar along with others celebrated the release of freedom fighter from Bengal Bipin Chandra Pal, and then Tirunelveli Collector Wynch called VOC and others asked to give assurances that they would not participate in any political revolt but they refused, so all three were arrested on 12 March 1908. Their arrests led to widespread protest. In Tirunelveli shops, schools and colleges were closed in protest and riot broke out also the municipal office, post office, police stations and municipal court were attacked, unfortunately four persons were killed by the police. VOC was charged with sedition, and the court sentenced him to two life imprisonments for charges of sedition. An appeal to the Madras High Court reduced the sentence to 6 years in prison and 4 years in transportation both to run concurrently. He was not treated as a political prisoner, nor was it simple imprisonment. V.O.C and Siva had to undergo rigorous imprisonment. V.O.C health suffered a great deal. They were released in December 1912. During his arrest in March 1908, Sri Aurobindo lauded him in his editorial “Srijut Chidambaram Pillai has shown throughout the Tuticorin affair a loftiness of character, a practical energy united with high moral idealism which shows that he is a true Nationalist. His refusal to accept release on bail if his fellow-workers were left behind is one more count in the reckoning. Nationalism is or ought to be not merely a political creed but a religious aspiration and a moral attitude. Its business is to build up Indian character by educating it to heroic self-sacrifice and magnificent ambitions, to restore the tone of nobility which it has lost and bring back the ideals of the ancient Aryan gentleman. The qualities of courage, frankness, love and justice are the stuff of which a Nationalist should be made. All honour to Chidambaram Pillai for having shown us the first complete example of an Aryan reborn, and all honour to Madras which has produced such a man” (Aravindan Neelakandan, in Swarajya, 5/9/2017)

After his release his law license was taken away and he moved to Chennai then Madras city with his wife and two young sons where he ran a grocery store and a kerosene shop.

VOC was a dynamic and enterprising person which is reflected by his activities as he set up many institutions and some of which are Yuvanesh Prachar Sabha, Dharmasanga Nesavu Salai, National Godown, Madras Agro-Industrial Society Ltd and Desabimana Sangam. He was a great human being also as in 1908, 23 February VOC supported the workers at Coral Mill (now part of Madura Coats) to protest against their low wages and harsh working conditions. The workers at the British-owned mill were unfairly treated and 59 percent of the workers were aged 14 – 16. He was also a prolific writer in Tamil. Some of his works are – Meyyaram, Meyyarivu, Autobiography, commentary on the Thirukkural, compiled works of Tolkappiyam, etc.

In 1920, VOC withdrew from the Indian National Congress, citing ideological differences with Gandhiji and concentrated his activity on establishing labour unions in Madras so that the labourers were not awfully exploited.

For VOC’s great sacrifice in the freedom movement, the Tuticorin Port Trust was named after him and now known as V. O. Chidambaranar Port Trust. It may be mentioned here that Thoothukudi (Tuticorin) district was formed by reorganising Tirunelveli district in the year 1986. In his honour and for remembering him, the Indian Posts & Telegraphs Department issued a special postage stamp on 5 September 1972, on the occasion of his birth centenary. VOC/Chidambaram although passed away on 18 November 1936 (aged 64) but he will remain forever in our hearts and memories.

Also for reference consulted:

Dr. Shankar Chatterjee

Former Professor& Head (CPME), NIRD &PR (Govt. of India),

Hyderabad-500 030

Telangana, India

Email <shankarjagu@gmail.com>

International parents day

Parents-Day-660x330 Parents, the name is enough to protect the future, A Mother’s love is something that no one can explain, It is made of deep devotion and of sacrifice and pain, It is endless and unselfish and enduring come what may For nothing can destroy it or take that love away and the father is one of the most unsung, unpraised, unnoticed, and yet one of the most valuable assets in our society. Both play an important role in one’s life, without one person the life of the child is like a rollercoaster, however, a child has to face many problems in society if he or she belongs single-parent family.

Parents are like the backbone of their chield they educate, feed, nourish, and give many other facilities regarding the fortune life, sometimes parents sacrifice their own beautiful dream. since the birth parents take care of their child as a piece of heart, they never let their child cry. When the child grows up in parallel the demand also grows up, but parents take care of the demand, they share gifts and happiness with the child, so the child never upset and be happy, furthermore, patents never forget to celebrate the birthday of a child, on that way they try to show how much they love their baby.

But, here comes the truth, when the child grows in teenage and young age they never respect their parents, when they meet new people they try to know more things from them instead of learning from their parents. they forget the moral values which were thought by there parents and they continue to disrespect them. In, India around 40% of people do not love to stay with their parents that’s why they leave home and stay away from their parents, whenever parents need any help form their child they never present at the same place. Additionally, many videos and posts on youtube and other social media handle where young children beat heir parents, which is the same full for us to see, but never react. According to the last researchers of the old age home, the ratio is very high in the year 2015-2016 around 8.5 % of the total population old people live in old age homes. because of young children.

However, from 2020, we all young people take an oath to live with parents and family and never leave the family never forget the Favour which we get from parents at an early age. parents can sacrifice their dream but why not us, never forget to take care of parents at the old age because they do not have any other source of help. Never forget the birthday of parents and international parents’ day because it is the only way to rejuvenate life.

the next parents’ day on 26 July 2020.

here some golden words for parents,

behind every child who believes in himself is a parent who believes him first.

parents’ love is whole no matter how many times divided.

Thank you to give your time to read my article.

The War

After all, what is happiness? Love, they tell me. But love doesn’t bring and never has brought happiness. On the contrary, it’s a constant state of anxiety, a battlefield; it’s sleepless nights, asking ourselves all the time if we’re doing the right thing. Real love is composed of ecstasy and agony.

So Hello readers ,

I often reiterate the same thing that it’s a matter of proud to be born as a human on this earth. And of course, it is!. After all the almighty has given us a chance to explore this beautiful world.

I was born in the city of Hyderabad , also known as the pearl city. The fresh air of Hyderabad has many lessons to teach you. Not diving deep into the beguiling aura of Hyderabad, I would like to bring your focus on the life of this teen girl which is me.

I was running on the track today. My heart was pounding, I could barely breathe. I knew that when people looked at me they could see my flushed cheeks, that bright hot red. I allowed myself to go in continuous circles anyways. It’s familiar. It reminds me of high school days, and the daily hyperventilating before stepping out my door and into the morning air, counting my breaths. It reminds me of many bad things, none of which compare to the freedom of running like I did today.

But today I’m running alone, which itself is a sign of victory . A while ago this simple act was found in my day dreams , today it is the ultimate freedom: battling barriers, proving others wrong and most importantly proving to myself that I can enjoy the simplest parts of life that so many others get to enjoy on a daily basis.

Life is a timelessly unshakable victory of marvelously majestic honesty / over the horrendously squelched web of disconcertingly malicious deceit
. ……Nikhil parekh

Life was always a roller coaster for me, but now I realise that ,the victory is in realising this mere fact.

From cursing my life to living my life to its fullest, a journey that took me 18 years.My body was a cage, that was kept tightly locked by my mind.

The life of a girl is full of challenges from the very beginning not just because of the physical pains she has to suffer in the course of her life but also because of the pressure and restrictions society puts on her freedom. Without girls, this universe will end. They are the procreators and nurturers of a new life in this world. Still, in many societies like in our Indian society, the birth of a girl is often not celebrated the way the birth of a boy is celebrated. Even if there are parents who give all their love to their girls giving them the best of everything they can, still because of the attitude of the society towards them they have to suffer a lot. I only wish to change this attitude of society towards the girls letting them stretch their wings and fly high! But I was lucky enough to get parents who loved me like a princess, they were a little conservative but they were always with me. They did a lot for me, but there conservative minds never realised the pain what I was going through.

Indian parents are always taught to care deeply about what other people think of us, and as a result, we tend to focus only on sharing the good and keep the bad hidden away. This attitude can make it very difficult for us to talk about the realities of being an Indian woman and daughter — experiences with oppressive parenting, violence, abuse, mental health issues, addiction, and more. We talk a lot about the good stuff (and we should!), but when it comes to the tough stuff, we just don’t.

Another reason we may not speak the truth to power of being an India daughter is the fear of upcoming biases.Many of us are committed to fulfilling our parents’ expectations because as children, we received conditional forms of love. When we did what our parents wanted us to do, we were celebrated and received their acceptance. But when we didn’t listen to them and didn’t do what they wanted, we were reprimanded and criticized, and love was taken away. Often, these patterns continue into adulthood — and it feels awful.

This importantly, stopped me from cultivating self love and instead it made me stick in a place of woundedness and in my life I couldn’t conduct to anyone, it prevented me from attracting the best love into my life. This slowly hallowened my soul. Cheats, betrayals were an added spice. Things became pretty difficult now. Some days were as simple as canceling plans with friends, other days meant crying between classes and throwing up for hours before an exam. Many days felt wasted, because I confined myself to my bed, paralyzed by fear. For a while I tried convincing myself I was the same as everyone else, or just overly sensitive. When people said they had anxiety I was sure it was just an expression. As I got older I developed ways to deal with myself , such as making color coded lists for hours on end or spending my nights writing down everything I needed to do to be “perfect”. But it didn’t work. Before I knew it I was unable to make phone calls without a panic attack, and eventually… unable to love anyone new in my life. I was unable to love. It got to a point where I considered suicide, a personal moment for me that I will never be able to forget.

This ink, kept running out of my pen. This paper of my life was stained, tears kept running free, after all I was stuck in a daze. And this is when I picked up my pen to the paper, to write the words, my voice couldnt deliver.
My heart was heavy , with pain and despair.
I couldn’t breathe , I was fighting for air.
My mind is spinning, at the speed of light.
This pain in my life clouded my mind.
The thoughts seemed deafening
But after all it is a Heartache,
I hoped I’ll be okay.

I realised that life was a scripted film,racing for an oscar win. Darkness seemed brighter and solace seemed ephemeral. My soul was drowning with weight and loved faces frowned with hate. Burdened was my back , with the pain in my track. Nothing remained permanent except my black sober eyes.

Noone could hear my silent screams?
They are so loud they echoed in my dreams.Behind this face that carries a smile. There was a dark road that goes on mile after mile.My silent screams have been going on for years,
But it always falls on so many deaf ears.What can I tell everyone? These silent screams carry no words.
It’s just feelings of sadness and darkness that come in its herds.How can I explain so people understand this?
It’s like walking around in a suffocating black mist.

Noone helped no one helps. The dark road of my life started filling with happiness when I started loving myself . When you love yourself more then things simply become lighter and easier.
You won’t overthink and make as many mountains out of molehills (or out of plain air) as you used to. Or beat yourself up or drag yourself down over mistakes or temporary setbacks. I have become so emotionally strong that noone can break me up.

It’s not uncommon for someone with an anxiety disorder to also suffer from depression or vice versa. Nearly one-half of those diagnosed with depression are also diagnosed with an anxiety disorder.Everyone experiences pain at some point, but for those with depression or anxiety, pain can become particularly intense and hard to treat. People suffering from depression, for example, tend to experience more severe and long-lasting pain than other people.

With a little hope in my heart ,I hope no kid dies out of this anxiety pain. Guys open up to people, speak it out, or else it is going to hallucinate you for the rest of your life. Keep loving and spreading #happiness

A person can live without food for 4 weeks, without water for 4 days,without air for 4 minutes but without hope ,a person can’t even survive for 4 seconds.

So find the hope of your life as hope is to our spirits is what oxygen is to our lungs. Be the reason someone smiles. Be the reason someone feels loved and believes in the goodness of people

The Love at last

It may be possible to gild pure gold,but who can make his mother beautiful? !

Hello readers,

I’m sure all of you have a superhero In your life, isn’t it? I’m sure they must be enough fierce to fight against the world. My mother is an ordinary woman but she is my superhero. In every step of my, she supported and encouraged me. Whether day or night she was always there for me no matter what the condition is. Furthermore, her every work, persistence, devotion, dedication, conduct is an inspiration for me.

Mother’s love for a child is something that never ends and never dies.
mothers are always hard working, caring and full love and respect.

Sometimes I know the words to say to give thanks for all you’ve done, but then they fly up and away as quickly as they come. How could I possibly thank you enough, the one who makes me whole,
the one to whom I owe my life, the forming of my soul? The one who tucked me in at night, the one who stopped my crying, the one who was the expert at picking up when I was lying.The one who saw me off to school and spent sad days alone,
yet magically produced a smile as soon as I came home. The one who makes such sacrifices to always put me first,
who lets me test my broken wings, in spite of how it hurts.Who paints the world a rainbow when it’s filled with broken dreams,
who explains it all so clearly when nothing is what it seems.

The nine months of unbearable displeasure,
Were all of a sudden worth when we saw each other for the first time.
The feeling of being in your arms at last,
Was the joyous emotion which will never dare to pass.
From the moment
I came into this world,
you gave to me
your heart and soul.
You gave up all the time
you had for yourself
just to show me
how much I mean to you.
Every day and every night
you give to me all your love.
You run to me
when I call your name.
I wish there was more
For you I could do,
But all I can say
Is how much I love you.
It is deeper than the oceans,
Higher than the sun.
I could shout it forever
And still it wouldnt be done.
You hug me, You spank me
You bear all my tantrums and insolence
But you still come to me when I need a shoulder to cry on
I know you Sometimes lose your mind over the protesting, angsty screams.
Still the love in your heart makes it burst at the seams.
The roads of my life had to bloomen
So you came in like a good omen.
Mommy, I love you
More than you see.
You have always been there
When I needed you to be.
I know I don’t show
How great my love is,
But I need you to know
All the love of you I have to give.
From the first shine of light
To the first breath of my life,
You have been there from day to night
From tucking me in
To kissing my forehead goodnight,
You have been my heroine.
Dear Mom, you have provided me with pure light.
From giving each other the silent treatment
To talking and hugging it out,
You never fail to give the best advice.
Dear Mom, our relationship will never disrupt.
You are my person.
You are the greatest gift in my life.
Thank you for everything that you do.
Dear Mom, I love you always and forever.

I know I have never told you this, but I love you very much. You are the only person in this world who loved me with all your heart. Your love for me never changed; in fact, it doubled when I needed it the most. I wonder how you could be so selfless; you woke up every day at 5 in the morning to help us. You never complained about the fuss I used to make at the breakfast table. I was naive back then to understand your sacrifices. Thank you for your relentless efforts in making us eat healthily and keeping our family together. In this ever-changing world, your love is the only constant thing I have.

PDS system or DBT system:

PDS(Public distribution system) is India’s flagship food security programme which sells subsidised food grains, including wheat, rice and sugar, and kerosene through fair price shops in states and union territories. DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer) is a scheme launched by Government of India to transfer the benefits and subsidies of various social welfare schemes directly in the bank account of the beneficiary. Both PDS system and DBT has benefits and suffers from some deficiencies. Now lets us see the merits and demerits of both the systems.

Merits of PDS:

PDS provides food grains in a subsidized rate so this acts as a safeguard for beneficiaries against inflation and price fluctuation. In normal course the people will be forced to consume less of food and other items during inflationary situation affecting the productivity and efficiency of the household sector. The PDS system acts as a safeguard against such price fluctuations providing a cushion against decline in consumption.
The farmers have the advantage of an assured demand for their produce since the government is procuring these produce for public distribution. Thus there is an assured market for the farmers produce.
Under this mechanism there is an assured employment for workers, provides for the procurement of services by way of transporting the produce from procurement area to the point of distribution, and creating the necessary infrastructure in the form of the storage facilities, marketing centers and other associated services. This system is envisaged as a well fare system unlike a commercial attempt which is based on profit.

Demerits of PDS:

The materials supplied under PDS are generally substandard and sometimes even not fit for human consumption.
Materials supplied are under weighted and thus the consumers are cheated by providing reduced quantity of rice, sugar, wheat etc.
The system involves large scale wastage of materials because of improper storage facilities. Lack of sheltered storage facilities leads to wastage of grains due to rain and other climatic conditions, rodents play a predominant role in the loss of grains, grains are infected by insects like cockroaches.
Corruption in the procurement centers where factors like weight, the moisture content etc are conveniently ignored. This system happens to be unwieldy requiring a vast administrative work involving heavy expenditure to the Government and thus inherently an inefficient mechanism.
Consumers have no choice in the purchase of food grains and other materials from PDS. They have to buy what is provided by the government.

Merits of DBT:

Food grains provided in PDS are of low quality and only few food products are available in PDS shops. By direct cash transfer method beneficiaries can buy the food products of their choice in open market.
PDS spends most of its revenues in holding and maintain the food grains; by adopting DBT system government can reduce the administrative cost.
DBT will encourage more people to open bank accounts there by making proper monetary transaction without pilferage.
Government can also make target specific approach under DBT.

Demerits of DBT:

There is a chance that beneficiaries spend their money in unproductive way by way of gambling, drinking and other harmful ways, depriving the family members of their necessities and comforts. The general tendency of poor and uneducated is spending their income in irresponsible way affecting the general welfare of the family which is the co-principle of this system.
India has a very weak banking infrastructure in rural areas. Not every rural household will have bank branches within 5km radius, so beneficiaries will face difficulty in accessing their cash benefits.
Regular and assured marketing of their produce to the government agencies will become absent.

Way forward:

Government can introduce bar-coded ration cards for beneficiaries like done in Gujarat this will reduce duplicate ration cards.

Periodic checking in procurement points and selling points should be done to reduce corruption and leakages.

Government may establish more banking infrastructure facilities for rural people to inculcate banking habits to the rural household.

How To Permanently Stop Overthinking, Even If You’ve Tried Everything!

What’s holding you back from living a life you love?

Is that Overthinking?

You don’t know how to stop Overthinking. You think too much about every small problem until it become bigger and scarier than it is in actual. Thinking about things and situations is quite good but getting lost in thinking can actually kill your happiness. I know how it feels, I used to overthink a lot and it held me back in ways that were destructive. When you keep thinking and thinking about something you just need to ask yourself one thing: will it matter in next five years? Is it that important for me to think so much that I lose my happiness that I can enjoy now? Thinking about things 50 or 100 times won’t make a difference.

If I can quit Overthinking without any help from anyone so can you. Just you need to follow simple steps:

– Let go of past.

– Live in the moment.

– Control your emotions.

– Focus on solution rather than crying over problem.

– Do whatever you like just to distract yourself into happiness.

– Meditate

– Be with positive people.

– Stop waiting for perfection

– Be grateful

– Stop crying over things

Remember you are only one who can help you to get out of trouble. If you don’t want a change, no one can help you.

Coronavirus or Covid-19

What is coronavirus? Coronavirus disease is an infectious disease caused by a newly discovered coronavirus, according to the world health organisation(WHO). The first case of coronavirus was discovered in November in the Wuhan city of China. Wuhan city is the central city of China. The first registered case of covid-19 in India was on 30th January 2020. As of 1st june 2020, the Ministry of Health and family welfare have confirmed a total of 190,535 cases, 91,819 recoveries(including 1 migration) and 5,394 deaths in India. India currently has the largest number of confirmed cases in Asia with number of confirmed cases breaching the 100,000 mark on 19th may,2020. According to the hindustan times, total number of covid-19 cases in the world are 6,200,204(confirmed cases), 3,066,570(active cases), 2,761,887(recovered), 371,747(deceased). 80% cases of covid-19 are from Europe and the United States. In terms of the number of confirmed coronavirus cases, the US, Brazil, Russia, Spain, and UK are the five most-affected countries.

What are the symptoms of coronavirus? Fever or chills, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headaches, new loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion or runny nose, nausea or vomiting, or diarrhea. Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus. How to avoid Covid-19? Regularly and thoroughly clean your hands with an alcohol-based hand rub or wash them with soap and water, maintain at least 1 metre(3 feet) distance between yourself and others, avoid going to crowded places, avoid touching eyes, nose and mouth, make sure you, and the people around you, follow good respiratory hygiene, stay home and self-isolated even with minor symptoms such as cough, headache, mild fever, until you recover, if you have a fever, cough, and difficulty breathing, seek medical attention, and lastly keep up to date on the latest information from trusted sources, such as WHO or your local and national health authorities.

To overcome this world pandemic, all the people in the world have to come together and fight with the virus together. All the people in the world should follow the instructions given by their respective government and should support the doctor’s, police, nurses, etc. for doing such a commendable job.

At last I only want to quote a famous saying by Mr. Shah Rukh Khan-“alone we fall, united we stand”

PM NARENDRA MODI MANN KI BAAT(31/5/2020)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation on Sunday through his Mann Ki Baat where he said that it’s going to be a long way in the fight against the coronavirus. He began with saying that the means of transport were suspended the last time he addressed. This time many areas are in operation along with Shramik Special trains, airflights, miniature industries which has lead to the gradual rise in the economy. Still no leniency has to given while following the protective measures.

With mutual contribution, we are able to fight against corona. If we compare with other countries, we’ve accomplished a lot. Inspite of having more challenges, we are able to fight corona better than other countries. We feel sorrow over the losses caused but we are successful in saving a lot due to the united power of the countrymen. Every individual is contributing to its best. This whole cause is people driven. The most important feature of the people which lead to moving ahead is ‘Seva Shakti’ or the power to help. In reality, in this pandemic we have shown that ‘SERVICE’ and ‘SACRIFICE’ are not only our ideals but also our ways of life. It is said that, ‘Seva Parmo dharma’ which means that there is pleasure and satisfaction in service. We have witnessed that one who is involved in service activities is free from depression and stress. Servicing others leads to Confidence and Positivity.

Our doctors, nurses, cleaners, workers, and media body are contributing their limitless efforts towards the pandemic. He quoted example of Mr. C Mohan of Tamil Nadu who runs a saloon in Madurai. He donated his 5 lacs of money for service which he has saved for his daughter’s education. Similarly, in Agartala, Gautam Das, a cart-puller, gave his savings to the needy by providing food. In Punjab, a differently-abled person, donated his amount to make masks. Mr. Narendra Modi appreciates such people. In this pandemic, people are innovating in the labs and small startups. Nasik’s Rajendra Yadav, a farmer has created a sanitizing machine using his tractor. Innovations are also seen in the field of education. The strong will power of the people is leading such innovations. This pandemic is long, we are inexperienced facing new challenges and problems. Yet the most affected are poor sections of the society. We can share their pain. The whole India is making efforts. Railway employees are also corona warriors as they strive hard to send the people to their locations.

This situation is also an opportunity to learn. The countrymen are making efforts to develop the eastern India. The Central Government is taking steps to look after the job opportunities in the villages. If the villages and small districts would have been self-dependent, then these problems would have been minimised. He quoted, ‘It’s human behaviour to move from darkness to light’. He is happy to see that being self-dependent is taken as a challenge. ‘Vocal for local’ is also being adopted widely. ‘Make in India’ should grow by individual efforts. We must minimise the use of outside commodity. In this pandemic, he has also talked to various foreign ministers. He got to know that they are also giving priority to ‘Yoga and Ayurveda’. In India too, people are getting themselves involved in doing yoga at home and learning about ayurveda. Yoga community, immunity and unity are beneficial for all. Yoga is important as corona affects the respiratory system. Ministry of AYUSH has started ‘MyLifeMyYoga’ which is a video blog competition where people can participate by posting a 3 minutes video of performing yoga asanas and sharing their experiences.

The fear of falling sick is the nightmare of the poor people. ‘Ayushman Bharat Yojana’ which started 1.5 yrs ago, has treated more than 1 crore people for free. If poor people would have spent money in their treatment then they would have been in loss. Portability has bound the country together. Any person of Bihar can avail the treatment in Karnataka too. Among the 1 crore people, 80 percent of them are the villagers. Some even had critical diseases and 70 percent underwent surgeries. He said that we must talk to the people being treated by Ayushman. People after treatment have become optimistic and motivated to fight the challenges of life. He has also appreciated the honest tax payers of the country.

He kept on mentioning about the super cyclone which has hit West Bengal and Orissa. Homes are destroyed. He even visited the place. India stands with them. The current locust attack reminds us that small creatures are also capable enough to destroy. People are innovating to fight against such critical situations. On 5^th June, World Environment Day will be celebrated and the theme is Biodiversity. This theme is especially important in the present scenario. Since the last weeks, we have slowed down, but this has given us an opportunity to understand the rich biodiversity around us. People are able to hear chirps of many birds who were once considered lost in noise and pollution. We are getting news of animals walking freely. People are sharing photos that they can see mountains and wonder that whether they would continue to see such beauties of nature or not.

He concluded by saying that we can draw inspiration to coexist with nature by creating balance. We must conserve water through simple processes. We can save water in this rainy season. At individual level, we can take initiatives to plant trees and hence save nature. After such hardwork, we must keep fighting and don’t become negligent. It’s our duty to save every ones life. Take all the necessary precautions. At last he said that he would be meeting next month through ‘MANN KI BAAT’.

3 Things Nursing Students Can Do to Build Confidence

Here are three principles that I’ve used to help maintain my confidence and lift others up whenever I’ve struggled in nursing school.

Compare your confidence level now to what it was when you first started in your nursing program. Ask yourself, “Am I still as confident as I was on day one?” The answer I often hear from my classmates is “No.”

Nursing school can be daunting, and it’s easy to lose that confidence and drive that you started with on your first day. We’ve all been in situations where our confidence takes a blow. For example, maybe you’re terrified to talk in front of groups and now you have to teach your class a chapter from the textbook. If you’re like me, maybe you’ve never addressed a group before and the only thing you ever taught anyone is that time you taught your dog to sit.

As nursing students, we all have to perform tasks we are not comfortable with or have never done before. When you’re learning something new, it doesn’t always go as planned. During these times, you might start to doubt yourself and question your abilities as a future nurse.

Unfortunately, it happens to the best of us. Here are three principles that I’ve used to help maintain my confidence and lift others up whenever I’ve struggled in nursing school.

Surround yourself with positivity

Try to add positive people and eliminate the negative people from your life. I know it’s easier said than done, especially since some of those Negative Nancys are your relatives or significant others. You might have to have tough conversations with those people who you can’t just kick to the curb. You can limit the negativity in your life, but it’s up to you to start setting limits on those Debbie Downers. Surrounding yourself with positive people who lift you up instead of putting you down will inadvertently increase your confidence.

Compliment others

You’ll benefit from complimenting others and staying positive. I know you’re thinking, “How does this help me with confidence?” It feels great getting compliments, right? It can feel great to give them, too. Personally, I believe positivity is contagious and people pay it forward. By being positive and praising others, you’re creating a warm and inviting environment where others will gravitate to you. This will boost your confidence as well as that of the people around you.

Work on your weaknesses

The most important way you improve your confidence is to get better at the things that you struggle with most. Do whatever you’re not good at one hundred times. If you continually practice the skill that makes you feel the least confident, I guarantee you’ll slowly get better at it. Think about it like this: repetition is the stone that sharpens the skill. In this scenario, repetition is the stone and the skill is the knife. The more you rub the knife over the stone, the sharper the knife becomes. By practicing and honing your skills, you will gradually build confidence in yourself and your abilities.

Misconceptions About Introverts

Just Because Introverts Are Quiet Doesn’t Mean They’re Shy

People sometimes make the mistake of that just because a person is quiet, it also means the person is shy. It is important to realize that there is a big difference between introversion, shyness, and social anxiety.Introverted people are not necessarily apprehensive about talking to others, although some introverted people certainly do experience shyness or social anxiety.

Introverts tend to be more reserved and inward-turning.They like to get to know a person more before engaging in a lot of conversation.Introverts prefer to think before they speak. They typically don’t enjoy a lot of chit-chat or small talk.So, the next time you notice someone who is quiet and reserved, don’t assume that they are shy or afraid of talking to others.

Needing to Recharge Doesn’t Mean They’re Angry or Depressed

When an introvert feels overwhelmed by too much socializing, they often need a little quiet time and solitude to recharge. Unfortunately, people sometimes misinterpret this desire to be alone as a negative emotion, such as being angry, depressed, sullen, or anxious.If you are an introvert, you might recall being told by parents or other adults to “come out of your room and stop sulking,” when you were really just trying to have a little quiet time.Introverts might be surprised to find that other people interpret the need to be alone as rude or dismissive.

They Do Have Fun

Introverts are not party-poopers. While they might be quiet at a loud and crowded social gathering, it doesn’t mean they are not having fun.In many cases, the introverts in the room are content to sit back and observe, taking in all the interesting sights, sounds, and conversations. They are curious and want to learn more about the world and the people around them. While extroverts might accomplish this by asking questions and starting conversations, introverts prefer to listen and reflect.

They Aren’t Rude

Introverts can be quiet and reserved when you meet them, and it can be difficult to know what they’re thinking. This can cause others to perceive them as rude.Rather than interpreting this initial reserve as rudeness, it is important to understand that an introvert might simply need to get to know you better before they feel comfortable and willing to open up

Introverts Aren’t Weird

According to some estimates, as much as half of the population identifies themselves as introverted. Based on those figures alone, introversion certainly is not something weird, odd, or even eccentric. Introverts are sometimes unfairly pegged as strange.Introverts tend to follow their own interests rather than paying much attention to what is popular or trendy.

They Don’t Want to Be Alone All the Time

While introverts might need to have some time alone each day to gain back their energy, it certainly does not mean that they want to be alone all the time.3Introverts actually do like spending time with people they know well. It’s just that they periodically need quiet time to decompress and regain the energy they expend while socializing.

They Aren’t Agoraphobic

Just because introverts are quiet and enjoy periods of solitude does not mean that they have agoraphobia. Certainly, some individuals are both introverted and agoraphobic, but one is not an indicator of the other.Many introverts do describe themselves as “homebodies,” or people who enjoy hanging out at home and enjoying their family and hobbies. This does not mean that they are afraid of public spaces

Introverts Don’t Have Low Self Esteem

Another common misconception about introverts is that they are quiet and reserved because they have low self esteem or lack self-confidence.This can be particularly problematic for introverted kids who are constantly pushed into situations by adults who think that socializing is the way to “fix” kids the adults perceive as being shy and insecure. Kids who receive constant feedback from adults and peers that something is fundamentally wrong with their personality just might, however, start to question themselves as a result.

Introverts Don’t Hate People

People who are introverted are not misanthropic. In fact, introverts are typically very interested in people; they simply feel exhausted by lots of talking and socializing, particularly lots of what they perceive to be needless talking.Small talk is something that makes most introverts cringe. What they need is a reason to talk.Start an interesting conversation about something the introvert cares about and you just might find that they can be the most talkative person in the room.

Introverts Aren’t Broken and Don’t Need to Be Fixed

Introversion is often treated as something that needs to be overcome.Many introverts report that teachers and other adults often forced them into situations where they felt uncomfortable or overwhelmed—making a quiet student take over as the leader of a group, assigning a reserved child the lead role in the class play, and pairing quiet kids with the most extroverted kids in class for group assignments, for example.Such actions are often accompanied with one simple (but woefully misinformed) explanation: “You’re too quiet and getting you out there more will help you get over it!”But introversion isn’t something to “get over.” Extreme shyness and social anxiety are certainly problems that need to be addressed, particularly if they result in significant distress or impairment in daily life. But these things should be dealt with in a compassionate and professional way. Forcing a shy or anxious child into social situations where they feel overwhelmed or uncomfortable is not the most appropriate way to deal with it.Being quiet is not the same thing as being shy. Introverts don’t need to be broken down and remolded into extroverts.

Being Told “You’re Too Quiet” Is Insensitive and Rude

Introverts are not the only personality types that are misunderstood at times. Extroverts are often accused by those who don’t understand them as being loud and overly talkative.
For an introvert, constantly being told that “you’re quiet” is a lot like telling an extrovert that they “never shut up.” It’s unnecessarily rude and comes with the implication that there is something wrong with the individual.
Both personality types need to make an effort to understand those who differ from them. Introverts have their own needs and quirks, just as extroverts do.
Most importantly, not all introverts (or extroverts) are the same. Painting each personality type with broad strokes misses all the nuance and detail that make each person a unique individual. But learning more about how people with these personality types tend to think, act, and feel can certainly improve your understanding of people who are different from you.

Introversion And Nature

If you ask me, nature is the ultimate elixir. It rejuvenates, exhilarates, and calms us in equal measures. Whether it’s the woods, the mountains, or the beach (whatever vibe most suits you), many of us find solace in the outdoors — whether we’re introverts or extroverts.

However, speaking as an introvert, I’ve always found a special comfort in nature. It’s where I turn when I’m stressed or overwhelmed, as well as when I want to feel invigorated. Walking in a forest, hiking in the mountains, or bathing in the sea makes me feel connected to the world as a whole in a way I rarely feel with other people.

Spending time outside has well-documented benefits for everyone, but here are five reasons it’s especially great for introverts.

Why Nature Is Great for Introverts

1. It gives us the space we need to process.

Typically, we need more time than extroverts to process our feelings and experiences. It’s often necessary for us to spend time “digesting” our thoughts before discussing them. This doesn’t mean we don’t want to share what we’re thinking. It just means at times it feels right and even easy to share, while other times the simple task of forming our ideas into coherent sentences seems… herculean.

The weird thing is that our reticence doesn’t just apply to the big things. Sometimes, even a well-intentioned, “How was your day?” can send an introvert’s mind spinning and alarm bells ringing. We want to give an honest answer, but if we’re still processing something ourselves, it can be difficult for us to verbalize straight away.

Taking a walk or sitting outdoors with a book or sketchpad gives introverts the space we need to let things settle in our mind. Sometimes this means actively mulling something over — but not always. For me, the simple lack of pressure to express myself prepares me to do so more clearly later on.

2. Science says so.

Countless studies have shown that spending time outside is extremely beneficial for both our mental and physical health. Interacting with nature:

fights depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues

lowers blood pressure

reduces inflammation levels

lowers cortisol, the “stress” hormone

improves short-term memory

improves vision by reducing the risk of developing nearsightedness

improves focus and memory

In one study, researchers introduced variables that made it difficult for participants to focus on a task. They then instructed one group to take a walk in nature, a second group to walk through the city, and a third group to simply relax. When everyone returned, they were given a proofreading exercise. Can you guess which group scored the best? That’s right — the ones who spent time in nature.
Another study involved sending some students to a forest and some students to a city. Both groups spent two nights in their respective locations. When they returned, the students sent to the woods had lower levels of cortisol — the hormone that is often used as a marker for stress — than those who stayed in the city.

Introverts can be more prone to stress, overwhelm, and mental health issues than extroverts. That’s why it’s even more important for us to get a healthy dose of sunshine and fresh air.

3. We get to step away and unplug.

There’s a lot of talk of unplugging these days — putting the phone or laptop away and engaging more holistically with what’s right in front of you. Being present with our surroundings helps us connect more deeply with the people we care about, as well as ourselves. Going outdoors gives us the perfect means of not only taking a break from technology, but also from the draining aspects of daily life.

Why is this especially important for us “quiet ones”? Due to the way we’re wired, we process and feel things deeply. That means we get more easily stressed and drained from stimulation than our extroverted counterparts. If you’ve ever mentally and physically crashed after attending a party, group project, or meeting at work, you know exactly what I mean.

The solution: avoid overscheduling and plan adequate time alone to recharge our “batteries.” This doesn’t have to — always — mean holing up at home. The revitalizing effects of doing something outside at your own pace, in the fresh air, can be pretty instantaneous. Although I’m often tempted to crash at home when I’m feeling extra-introvertey, putting on my shoes and getting out the door for a walk makes me feel much better, much sooner.
If you ask me, nature is the ultimate elixir. It rejuvenates, exhilarates, and calms us in equal measures. Whether it’s the woods, the mountains, or the beach (whatever vibe most suits you), many of us find solace in the outdoors — whether we’re introverts or extroverts.

4. It inspires our creativity.

Not all introverts have a sensitive, artsy side, but many of us do. We enjoy hobbies — or careers — that involve writing, drawing, photography, or anything that allows us to express ourselves. When we create, we share a bit of our private inner world with the outside world — in a way that’s more comfortable than speaking up in a group.

Nature’s beauty has inspired countless artists. Whether it be a jaw-dropping landscape, or simply a pleasant outdoor park, the natural environment is the perfect backdrop to set the creative mind in motion.

5. It’s a great way to be out in the world.

Introverts are parodied as shy, sensitive types that hide themselves away at home watching Netflix or hanging with their cats. Okay, this might be true to a degree, but it’s in no way the whole picture. Introverts have just as much desire as extroverts to connect with others and discover what the world has to offer — we just do it differently.

We have no qualms about doing things alone, like traveling solo or heading out for a day by ourselves. We enjoy the freedom that comes with letting the day unfold as it may, knowing we don’t have to keep up constant conversation or worry about whether someone else is bored. When it comes to socializing, introverts prefer hanging out one-to-one or in small groups. It’s easier for us to open up that way, and allows us to go deeper.

COVID19: CAN SURGICAL MASKS OR RESPIRATORS PREVENT CORONA VIRUS?

COVID19:
CAN SURGICAL MASKS OR RESPIRATORS PREVENT CORONA VIRUS ?

The world is suffering from the deadly infection of Coronavirus. The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the infection as ‘pandemic’. The early symptoms of this deadly infection are high fever, shortness of breath, tiredness and dry cough. So, the entire world is under lockdown to break the chain of COVID-19 with certain precautionary steps is to be ensured. The contemporary ways to sanitize oneself is the 20 seconds formulae of hand wash or using disinfectant containing at least 60% alcohol, avoid touching surfaces and handshakes and no unnecessary contacts. The use of mask and covering face using napkin or elbow while coughing and disposing the napkin would add an added advantage.
We all know that sanitizer containing good quality alcohol can kill most of the germs, bacteria and viruses including fatal Coronavirus . In a research, it was found that the Coronavirus can survive for 3 days (72 hours approx.) on surfaces like steel or plastic.
Now , the question arises whether any face masks or covering mouth with any cloth helps to prevent Coronavirus from invading our body ?
Firstly, I want to let you know that no mask can provide 100% safety from Corona Virus. There are different types of masks available in market and most common of them are Surgical masks and Respirators.
They act as a barrier to prevent the foreign body from entering our body, but the main difference between them is that Surgical masks are used only to prevent dust particles or large particle droplets that enter through our nose or mouth while Respirators can prevent vapours, airborne microorganisms, fumes or particulate matter that enter through nose or mouth . But as we know that the virus can enter our body through eyes so the person wearing a spectacles or googles can help prevent Covid19 to enter body to some extent . As spectacles or googles are left open from its sides so virus can reach our eyes easily. Hence, it is advised to stay at home and take precautionary steps while stepping out of home. The frontline workers including police, media persons, essential service and sweepers wear face shield along with N95 masks to safeguard themselves.
Surgical masks are mostly used by people who are not into any essential services as these are not designed to protect the wearer from breathing in airborne bacteria or viruses. Coronavirus is smaller than the PM 2.5 cutoff but bigger than some regular dust particles and gases. These masks can be used by a person with weak immune system or suffering from chronic health diseases. Persons dealing with severe respiratory or breathing issues are more prone to get infected from coronavirus, hence it is advisable for the infected person to use face mask as well in order to protect others from getting infected. The use of masks is also recommended to healthy person from getting infected. Surgical masks are of three types-: 2-layered surgical mask , 3-layered surgical mask and 6-layered surgical mask
The protection also depends on the number of layer, more number of layers contribute more protection. A 3-layered mask is better than 2-layered masks, the cost of 3-layered mask is also higher than 2-layered mask. While the 6-layered masks are best till now as it can protect us from some of the viruses but cannot protect from SARS CoV-2 to enter the body This type of mask is loose-fitting and virus can easily enter through the opening sides. And one more drawback is that it is not having any particular side from which a person have to wear it. So as a human it’s common to make mistake and use different side to wear while reusing, keeping it anywhere after using can spread risk of virus at that particular place and without knowledge of its proper way of wearing help the virus to enter the body. Also, the outer layer of the mask consists of virus and accidental touching can lead to the novel coronavirus.
As mostly surgical masks tend to be disposable, it get wet due to water vapours generated during respiration, that means they need to be replaced with new mask or washable 6-layered mask, washing it with 60°C hot water with a disinfectant to kill the germs can help in reusing them.
Respirators are used by health professionals as they are having contact with infected person quite often. These are at a risk of getting contaminated by infected person that’s why they use it along with face shield to be more secure from the Coronavirus. N95 mask is most common respirator consisting of filters that can prevent 95% i.e 0.3 micron airborne particles. It is a type of mechanical filter respirator and is better than any type of surgical mask. Respirator is tight fitting and have no opening , it protects in a better way. It protects us from most of the viruses which enter from mouth or nose openings but still protects against SARS CoV-2 to small extent. When someone around us coughs or sneezes then the germs or droplets exhaled can stick on a person’s clothes or long hair especially in women, so the hair must be covered with a cloth while going out and changing clothes after coming back to home is recommended. For men too keeping a long bushy beard and facial hair are also prone to Corona virus so best way is to avoid going out or to keep short or no beard on face or clean it after every outside tour. It contains valve which releases unfiltered air when the wearer breathes out, hence the spread cannot be stopped just by using respirator.
So along with respirator, using a sanitizer is must, to clean our hands from time to time. A respirator cannot be reused and after a particular time period of usage it becomes difficult for us to breath through it and it indicates the time to replace or dispose after use. Most of the doctors and nurses who are curing the Corona patients use surgical masks, face shield, Personal Protective Equipments (PPE) kits and respirator to get best protection. No doubt, for full day wearing casuse skin irritation and problems especially in the summer season, discomfort due to sweat on the human body, but still to save life and to contribute the nation, the Corona Warriors are doing their best work to keep us safe during this crucial period.
Therefore, for the common people, the best way is isolation and social distancing. Mask is better than no mask. A common man must keep physical distance from everyone and use sanitizers to kill the microorganisms on hands and wrist. Infact if we apply some sanitizer over the mask before using then the germs which stick will be killed at the moment and the mask will be more risk free. And if a person is having any symptoms of COVID-19, then he much contact the health care team or can go to a hospital for checkup. As prevention is better than cure, all things must be kept in mind to fight this virus. If tested positive than he can get cured. Either the person has good immunity or should intake healthy foods for boosting immune system, for example, Citrus fruits, broccoli, garlic, ginger, spinach, curd and almonds are best immunity boosters, drinking plenty of normal water everyday also help in keeping our body fit. Immunity system helps in recovery.
If we, common people maintain social distancing and use just any cloth mask or scarf or just simple 3-layered or 6-layered, it is enough with respect to follow all precautionary measures then there will be no problem as such balefully.
That’s why Stay Home, Stay Safe, Stay Healthy & Stay Fit and the world will soon defeat this Coronavirus.

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Technology as an integral part of education

What is technology?
Well according to the basic definition,Technology is the set of knowledge, skills, experience and techniques through which humans change, transform and use our environment in order to create tools, machines, products and services that meet our needs and desires.
That all put into simple words is using our smartphones,computers,laptops and basically anything that come in the category of machine is technology.

Today in this modern era technology has bought about a huge change in our lives and our day to day habits be it from recharging our phones to sending satellites in earth’s atmosphere anything and everything is somehow related to technology.But a huge amount of population is currently using technology at it’s best in order to learn and educate which has changed our present a lot from our past when education was not only just limited but that too not very easily accessible.

Let’s see how technology has changed the way of learning:
Education can be basically divided into three categories mainly primary,secondary and higher education.

PRIMARY EDUCATION:

Preschools and nursery education is considered to be the foundation of our education as it’s the first time we start to learn about new things and our environment.This is the time our brain is processed to think and analyze certain things and this process could be made creative using technology.At the preschool level, technology can be introduced in several ways at the most basic is the use of computers, tablets, and audio and video resources in classrooms.

SECONDARY EDUCATION:

There’s a transition of a student as he goes from primary to secondary school as his way of thinking changes,this is great time to get the student really into E -LEARNING ,as brain really process information really quickly and faster when information is in the form of visuals combined with audio.E-learning also has been rising as a supplement to the traditional classroom. Students with special talents or interests outside of the available curricula use e-learning to advance their skills or exceed grade restrictions.

HIGHER EDUCATION:

Online college course enrolment has seen a 29% increase in enrolment with nearly one third of all college students, or an estimated 6.7 million students are currently enrolled in online classes.Technology has helped a lot in spreading knowledge across the globe.Colleges like Harvard,MIT,Standford and many more put there online courses with best faculties on online learning platform like udemy,Coursera etc for a minimal price or free of cost.The gist is higher education is now easily and quickly accessible to a larger crowd and the credit goes to Technology.

Some other Ways in which technology is being used as a medium to educate:-

Flipped classroom:

This is an instructional strategy in which computer-assisted teaching is integrated with classroom instruction. Students are given basic essential instruction, such as lectures, before class instead of during class. Instructional content is delivered outside of the classroom, often online. The out-of-class delivery includes streaming video, reading materials, online chats, and other resources. This frees up classroom time for teachers to more actively engage with learners.

Virtual classrooms:

A virtual classroom provides the opportunity for students to receive direct instruction from a qualified teacher in an interactive environment. Learners can have direct and immediate access to their instructor for instant feedback and direction.For example: In India the biggest online learning platform is unacademy.

Augmented Reality:

Augmented reality (AR) provides students and teachers the opportunity to create layers of digital information, including both virtual world and real world elements, to interact with in real time.Augmented reality plays an important role in the future of classrooms.

Disadvantages :

“A coin always has two sides”

Here is a list of disadvantages from learning through technology:
1)It could be distracting
2)It disconnects students from a face to face relationship with teacher
3)It may not be all the time the source they are studying from is reliable
4)It can cause major heath issues if a student is exposed to blue light for a prolonged period of time.

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Surround yourself with positivity

Compliment others

Work on your weaknesses

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