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I’m deeply impressed by how a seemingly simple “catch-up session”, which wasn’t designed to be anything “extraordinary”, turned into such a powerful story filled with hope, meaningful values, and insightful reflections for the reader.

From that short session, I learned many new things, including how to better understand human nature, observe children’s behaviours, and support the development of essential qualities such as confidence, critical thinking, public speaking, and leadership. I also appreciated the discussion on how to approach behavioural interventions for children in a more sustainable and thoughtful way.

I found one of the concepts introduced by the Fundamental Decision team particularly compelling, which challenges the conventional standard of education, which is often measured through grades and class rankings. This approach tends to drive both children and parents to pursue short-term results by any means necessary, while losing sight of the true essence of learning: purpose.

By helping children understand why they are learning, rather than forcing them, we can empower them to give their best because they are internally motivated by a clear sense of purpose. I believe this concept, along with the remarkable initiatives developed by the Fundamental Decision team, deserves to be shared more widely with schools, parents, and children. It holds the potential to create a lasting and meaningful impact on human life.

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