Do young people not want to be strong and well educated in the field of education? A young person’s true strength is not found only in exam results, but in self-awareness, goal setting, and their stance toward life.

A young person should have developed communication skills, possess a sense of responsibility, feel comfortable setting goals, and have strong self-confidence. They should know how to manage their time so that they can properly plan their education and social life and strengthen the areas in which they can grow. A young person with strong personal development becomes more productive in the academic field.

Effective academic study depends on proper study techniques: note-taking skills, reading habits, and—most importantly—knowing how to study effectively. When a young person knows how to study, they understand that the effort they put in is productive and meaningful for them, helping them stay away from negative emotions such as anxiety and stress, and allowing them to look toward the future with hope.

For both knowledgeable and self-confident young people, and for the future of our society, we must approach young people with care.

Our goal should not be a model of a young person who only studies, but one who can communicate, solve problems, and express themselves. In this way, young people become more resilient, more eager for life, and more determined to achieve their goals.

To illustrate with a small story: when a student organizes their study schedule and at the same time creates a vision board for themselves, positive effects can be observed, such as an increase in their grades, self-confidence, and motivation to learn. This is because they can clearly see what they are working toward. People want to believe what they think—yes—but they are compelled to believe what they see.

Başak Kara
Yücel Cultural Foundation
Volunteer Writer