Education Counselling under HAMARI BETI PROJECT !!

A counselling session under the “Hamari Beti” Project with the aim to sensitize and motivate girls from class 12^th to take up commerce and humanities related careers. They were updated about the expanding scope of such careers in today’s economy.

Initially, they were made to realize that as teenagers, they had reached an age where they are mature enough to take up influential decisions of their life. They were briefed about the process to first completely realizing their self potential and then opting for successful career path.

The session also addressed the need to have ourselves updated with the fast moving pace of technology to keep learning about upcoming career avenues. They were motivated to have abundant knowledge about the course, college and placement options that they’re interested in.

Some of them also shared the careers they want to pursue and thus, were further guided upon the particular paths to take up. The girls were suggested to become more focused in their areas of interest and then, streamline their efforts accordingly.

Catering to their interests, the students were elaborated upon the various commerce and humanities courses available in and near Tricity. They were also given the information on how to apply for various courses and prepare for certain entrances.

Seeing the dynamics of the economy, there was also a discussion on certain “Offbeat Careers” for all those who excelled in talents such as music, dance, fashion, art etc and wanted to make a living out of them.

Another important aspect covered was the limitation of funds. The girls were informed about the process of education loans and various scholarships available for them. This was to instigate in them a sense of motivation to always choose to study further and carve better careers for themselves.

The session ended with a motivating video to make them believe in themselves and that they should now stand up to take up their own decisions.

A session on self motivation, problem solving and stress management was organized at BEL, Panchkula !!

The session started with an activity where students had to think about their present objectives of life. It was followed by the positive message of sharing happiness and how positivity helps us during all walks of life. They were narrated a story about  Solomon islands to emphasize on the fact that the world is full of people who want to pull you  down but it is you who has to channelize the energy of your thoughts and actions that matter in life.

The students were then asked to do a personal SWOT analysis to understand their own self and how they need to change their own personalities to become more focused and how they must learn to strive through all life situations. For this, an interesting shoe activity was conducted for them to understand how situations will not be always favourable. They realized that whatever may be the circumstances; a determination to try new things and moving ahead with a strong willpower will lead them to new learning and help gain valuable experience.  Also, a lively interaction showed them how difficulties and challenges are present in lives of all, but those who learn to sail through them are the ones who succeed. 

Seeing the innumerable opportunities available today, the students were inspired to take up their areas of interests dedicatedly and work hard towards their goals. They were explained the importance of focus through a candle activity. The motive to grasp here was that focus towards set objectives and passion for our work must be worked upon from time to time. We should keep trying to perform to the best of our ability and also keep honing our skills.

Next, a video was played to make them aware how we ourselves have to be the change; that when a problem arises, it is you who will have to face it. So always focus on the solution. No matter how strong the magnitude of the problem may be, it will definitely have a solution which you are capable of finding. 

Teamwork was the theme of the next thrilling RUBBER AND STRAW activity. It was to emphasize how situations may seem difficult but once we are ready to work on it, nothing is impossible.  When you decide to move ahead, even the little steps will matter. Always have confidence in yourself and faith in your dreams. 

The next part of the session was to highlight the significance of recognizing and appreciating our qualities and strengths. Thus, they were recommended to work on projects which would help them further to use their qualities to make use of more opportunities. Also the belief that we are capable of doing much more helps us achieve new and greater heights .if certain problems arise in life, believe that you are the best person to solve this and it will prove to be a fruitful experience. 

The session concluded with a video underlining the impact of focus on our goals and how we and only we have the power to create and live our dreams. And this needs determination and hard work. Always have a positive outlook and keep working to move ahead because winners never quit.