Role of teachers in nation building

 

Role of teachers in nation building

 

We are born into a world already evolved in time, polished by civilisation, shaped by development.

We are born into a world already marked by borders, stitched with divisions, coloured by differences.

Yet the modern age, for all its gleam, still drifts without the compass of life’s true purpose.

We are born into a world still reaching, still falling short of the treasure called value.

 

In today’s modern world, no one wants to be bound by things they do not desire. No matter how deeply we value our wants, we tend to act in ways that bring us personal satisfaction. With self-interest as the top priority, we often behave in ways that benefit ourselves while ignoring the needs and impact on others. Self-centeredness and personal gain have become the guiding forces of human behaviour.

Ego, pride, anger, and envy have polluted the essence of life. A life meant to have meaning, to be shared, to wish the same happiness for others as we do for ourselves. But that shared life has slowly transformed into one that only serves the self. It no longer cares for other’s feelings or grants everyone an equal chance at fulfilment.

We have shifted from us to me, from ours to mine, from others to self. The world has turned its focus inward, pursued personal benefit while turned a blind eye to the emotional and environmental consequences. We’ve adopted a mindset of ignorance and selfishness, leaving future generations to bear the weight of our choices.

Blinded by greed, ego, and envy, we’ve forgotten to think differently; to consider ecological, ethical, and meaningful alternatives. We are constantly seeking more, grasping at everything within our reach, and discarding what we don’t value, regardless of the damage left behind.

The way we think directly shapes our behaviour. And the possibility of change lies in changing our mindset. Only by reshaping our thoughts can we reshape our actions and perhaps, find a way back to a life that values not just ourselves, but each other.

 

What can one soul hope to mend in a world already polluted?

What can one heart dare to wish for things yet come in a near future.

What can one life strive to make others life feel more important.

Yet still, one dream can rise and one light can lead the way through the darkened sky.

 

Sadden not, for this world will still live on, and the brighter picture is yet to be seen. This world, though now polluted, polluted by selfish thoughts and actions can still be healed. It can be transformed, and it can once again be seen as beautiful.

It’s in our hands to take things seriously, to reflect, and to act. Even when one hand feels full, burdened by all that the world demands, we can still choose to do what is right. We can still act in a way that produces sweet fruit in the end. We can still change the direction of this tide and sail toward a far better future.

Hope is what drives us in the search for something better. It lights the path toward our own version of Neverland. It brings colour to the blurred and uncertain nature of the world around us. It dares us to dream of things not yet seen. But this process takes time, and we must be patient. We need to look at life from a broader perspective. We must learn to hold back our desire to get everything done quickly. Like the coconut tree, we need to grow slowly, steadily, with a strong foundation. Our focus should be on building a solid path for future generations to walk on. We should be willing to sacrifice some of our own wants so that the next generation can thrive. We must strive to live in a way that produces results, not just for ourselves, but for those who will come after us.

 

He who makes the nation great shoulders the weight of the future.

He who makes the nation great envisions the prosperity yet to come.

He who makes the nation great shapes the very geography of tomorrow.

He shoulders it with care, envisions it with purpose, and shapes it with love.

 

It is everyone's responsibility to contribute toward building a better world. Whether it's on a small scale within a family or on a larger scale through the influence of a public figure, every effort matters. Through the education we receive, we grow and later, we give back. This is the true circle of success.

When the mind is young and fresh, when the decisions are still unknowingly and when the thoughts are still in their formative stage. What better way to bring change to the world than through the influence of a teacher? A simple yet powerful teacher. Who understands both what the nation needs and what it does not. A teacher who can reshape a world in crisis and sow seeds today that will bloom into a better tomorrow.

Education alone is not enough. In fact, without moral grounding, education can become a dangerous tool that can lead into harming rather than progress. True education must be paired with ethical values. Together, they form the pillars of a complete and compassionate human being. These seeds represent our beloved future generation. The essential nourishment like education and moral values must be provided through a well-structured and functional school system. If these needs are neglected or the vision is lost, the result we once hoped for may no longer hold value.

Excellence can be achieved through the interdependent relationship between teacher and student. One teaches through experience, knowledge, and research; while the other learns with curiosity, questions, and reasoning. This cycle of learning by doing, by thinking, and by understanding relies heavily on the behaviour, dedication, and determination of that simple, yet remarkable, teacher.

Yes, a simple teacher holds the power to shape a nation.