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Latwell Nyangu Youth Interactive Writer
Finally, my fellow learned students, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are noble, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue and praise, think of such things.
I adopted this script from Philippians, chapter 4:12-13.
The verse speaks of doing good things and there are things that we do not want to miscue as students but at times we flop due to focusing on wrong things.
Many times students cast their minds on temporary things.
Sometimes some of us completely change everything the moment we set foot at college.
From today we will be left with exactly 36 days to close chapter 2023 and I still want every student to ponder and reflect on their journey so far.
You need to continue doing what is good if you have been doing the good.
But if you have been doing what is wrong, you need to shift and go back to the beginning.
As we ponder let’s take a moment to remember those fellow students who have departed from this world.
We have lost several fellow students for some reasons which we still ask ourselves, why, why, why?
The reasons some I don’t know but what I realised is that some took their own lives while some have died in the wrong places, with the wrong people at the wrong time.
All I can say is rest in peace fellow learned friends.
Their deaths have taught us one or two lessons and as we enter the festive season, we won’t be partying with them.
Yes, no one is immortal, one day we shall all die but there is one thing that keeps breaking my heart, the death of young people.
Worse still ages below 30.
I will dedicate a song by the late Simon Chimbetu, Pane Asipo which suits my narration despite the song meant for the liberation fighters.
My concern is that we are going to celebrate without others.
‘Gungano ramaita iri, pane vamwe vasipo. Mabiko ataita aya pane vamwe vasipo,
Kuguta kwataita uku, pane vamwe vasipo.
Tatadza kukanganwa isu, kukanganwa takoniwa.(As we feasts there are others who are not here).
We are going to enjoy the festive season without others who have since gone yet they had more years ahead. Trace the causes of their deaths, you will be shocked, it’s all experiments.
Sometime last year I wrote something about why are students killing themselves.
It’s scary that the generation keeps doing wrong things that are unmatched by their ages.
While some have been thrown in prison for different crimes and some have injuries, some have dropped out of college, some have been impregnated, and some have been expelled.
All these situations are part of the academic journey but one thing that I know we left home to change homes.
Are still changing homes or are we changing ourselves?
Our parents and guardians are proud of us as they expect the best out of us.
We all show signs of promises despite our bloopers.
Last year on November 2, I had another article, ‘You have been running a good race who cut in on you to keep you from obeying and doing the best.
Many students normally start on high but along the way, they lose their ways.
Since day one, I am still writing what I see.
But when you lose you, go back to the beginning.
And in the realm of personal development, going back to the beginning signifies introspection and self-assessment.
This also encapsulates the idea of revisiting one’s origins to gain clarity, reassess goals, and learn from past experiences.
By embracing this concept, students can navigate challenges with renewed insight and make informed choices that align with their aspirations.
In no time we will be waving goodbye to 2023 but as students, we have to reflect on how we have travelled this journey.
What good things have done, and what achievements have we met?
Good behaviour is crucial for students’ overall development and success. It not only fosters a positive learning environment but also contributes to your social, emotional, and academic growth.
When you engage in positive behaviours, it creates a conducive atmosphere for learning, enhances your self-esteem, and promotes a sense of community within the educational setting.
Moreover, instilling good u in yourself equips you with essential life skills that are valuable beyond the classroom.
It involves reflecting on one’s journey, acknowledging past actions and decisions, and understanding how they have contributed to the current circumstances.
By revisiting the starting point of your personal development journey, individuals can assess their values, beliefs, and aspirations.
This process enables you to realign your goals with your core principles and make necessary adjustments to pursue a more fulfilling pat
In the context of learning from experiences, going back to the beginning involves examining past events or endeavours to extract meaningful lessons.
Whether in academic pursuits, professional endeavours, or personal relationships, reflecting on previous experiences can offer valuable wisdom.
By revisiting the starting point of significant events or projects, individuals can evaluate their successes and failures, understand what worked well or went awry, and apply these insights to future endeavours.
As you reflect after 11 months of the year, it is important to consider the various aspects that have shaped your experiences and growth throughout this period.
This reflection encompasses academic, personal, and social dimensions, providing an opportunity for you to evaluate your achievements, challenges, and aspirations.
In the academic realm, as students you may assess your progress in various subjects or courses.
You may reflect on your academic achievements, such as grades, projects, or presentations completed over the past 11 months. Additionally, as students you may consider the skills you have developed and the knowledge you have gained during this period.
This reflection can provide valuable insights into your learning journey and serve as a foundation for setting academic goals for the future.
Finally, my fellow students, continue doing what is good.
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