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Every class has some students who look like they're meant for success. They confidently answer questions, do very well in exams, receive awards and make their parents and teachers proud. Everyone is hoping that they will be very successful in the future. But, as time goes on, something remarkable occurs: some of these wunderkinds face difficulties in life, and some students who seemed to be average end up doing great things.
How does this occur?
Academics are important, but that isn't the only ingredient for success. School can give you things to know, but life tests you on what you can do with what you know.
One of the challenges that brilliant students have is the fear of failure. If one is used to being in the top drawer, then failure can be daunting. They may be afraid of taking risks in case they make mistakes or look bad. Unfortunately, there are lots of opportunities in life that demand courage. One has to be willing to try, try again, try and try.
For another, there's too much reliance on certificates and academic results. Students devote years to getting top grades with no attempt to learn skills. Once they have graduated they might realize that there's more to life than a good certificate. Employers, businesses and society require individuals who are able to communicate effectively, solve problems, collaborate with others, be creative and creative problem-solvers and adjust to new situations.
But that is not the only element that is important, and it is discipline. Intelligence can teach you something fast, but discipline can help you to stick to it when it's no longer exciting. One average student, with strong discipline might achieve more, than a very smart student who is not consistent.
There's emotional intelligence, too. There are people and relationships, disagreements, disappointments, difficult situations, etc. in life. The ability to manage their emotions, take constructive criticism, and communicate respectfully and interact with various personalities is very valuable. Even though someone is smart, if they have a poor emotional or relationship management style, they may have trouble.
Some very bright learners remain complacent about their performance. They cease to learn because they think they know enough. However, the world keeps on turning. Technology, career, business and opportunities change. It is crucial to be willing to continue learning.
In the meantime, some of the children who are not the smartest in the class become resilient. They acquire skills, make connections, ask for advice, seize opportunities and don't let a challenge stop them. Their trip may be slow but they never give up.
Academic achievement is not forgotten. The power of education, for personal and professional growth continues. The lesson to be learned is that good grades can be a foundation, not a goal.
Students should instead pose themselves the question, “What score did I get?” more than.Students should therefore ask themselves more than, “What score did I get?” They should likewise ask themselves, “What skill have I mastered?” What's the question I want to ask my family? What is my attitude to failure? Am I able to collaborate with people? Do I have what it takes to be a "real man"?
Life is not a test that is passed based on intellect alone, after all. It is a journey in which knowledge, character, discipline, courage, adaptability, emotional intelligence and perseverance are required.
It can be brilliant to get in but what you do afterward might make the difference in how far you go.