Tuesday, June 15, 2010
A Change of Practice
History told us of things evolving and practices changing. Before, parents always told us never to delve into the discussions of adults and, being powerless and obedient, we hide in our bedrooms even though we’re aching to ask a lot of questions and we’re dying to say something. Of course, in today’s society, that practice shifted into a different course. Suddenly, we find ourselves having the liberty to share our thoughts and even rebut opinions of those older than us in age.
In the Young Minds Academy, contemplating and expressing thoughts that you have pondered on is a very vital thing. And not only are we able to declare our pensive reflections, we’re also able to discuss heavy matters with those older than us.
Disheartening were those times when adults look at us and think that we can’t possibly be individuals who can swim and survive in the deepest pools of view and analysis. What is good when you’re giving a piece of your mind amongst the YMA scholars is that you’re being heard. Your voice is acknowledged, your opinions—even if they can acquire opposition—are respected. Those who are older even prompt you to throw all inhibitions away and enjoy the freedom of speech. And without them knowing, you’re very grateful because they’re making you feel that you have a role in the society.
Before, we were deemed disrespectful when we give riposts to the statements thrown by those older than us. We were mandated to shut our mouth and keep all those thoughts tucked inside. In YMA, people do not reproach you when you happen to question what they say. In fact, they welcome those responses and we are given freedom to contradict and as well as agree as long as we know our limitations.
It’s very overwhelming to know that we’re not marked as people of nonsense matters and shallowness but of individuals that can give comments of substance that can eventually change history further, evolve things and change practices.
Jedaia Rose M. Doñoz ( YMA 4 - Generation 3)