The world is changing, in my opinion, and those who firmly uphold virtues
like diligence, consciousness, and discipline will prosper in the new economy.
I hear a lot of talk about entrepreneurship, creativity, and innovation. In the
new, fiercely competitive meritocracy, these are supposed to be the
distinguishing characteristics that will make the winners and losers. However,
I think that the true secrets to success for the majority of us are much more
antiquated. They are self-regulation, conscientiousness, and diligence. I feel
that more than ever 21st-century success will demand 19th-century virtues.
Education is going to be crucial for both men and women in the twenty-first
century. Men and women with low skill levels will, in my opinion, be the
largest losers in our environment, although their limitations are frequently
not related to their skill levels. It is the absence of the skills and mindset
needed for achievement. These are the men and women who are unable to complete
their education, put in the necessary effort, follow instructions or refuse
rewards, are unreliable, and struggle in group settings. Young hotheads who
can’t take commands will, in my opinion, be doomed.
Given that we live in a consumerist world, I believe that self-control is
abnormally necessary in this age of abundance. This is because controlling our
cravings is a never-ending challenge in this era of extreme wealth. We face
temptations every day that are far more sophisticated than we are, not because
we lack willpower now as we did in the past.
High IQs and self-discipline are frequently correlated. But they are not
equivalent. It is my belief that youngsters in Western societies struggle to
make decisions that force them to give up pleasure for something better in the
long run.
The key question is how much of the aforementioned ideals may be ingrained
in kids, especially in impoverished kids who don’t have the same familial
support and other benefits that kids from wealthier households enjoy. This is
the new educational holy grail, in my opinion. It also serves as a fantastic
starting point for any educational movement that prioritizes discipline, high
standards, and character.
In conclusion, the issue of self-control becomes more significant as a
society develops. People who possess temperance habits and values, such as
diligence, discipline, and conscientiousness, will fare better in the new
hyper-meritocracy than in the past, while those who are unable to resist temptation
will fare even worse.
For our children to succeed in a global culture where technological
advancements are transforming how we study, connect, and communicate, they must
possess a multitude of skills, mindsets, and dispositions. It might be
challenging to know where to begin when imparting 21st-century abilities to our
kids. To teach 21st-century skills like global awareness, innovation,
initiative, problem-solving, creativity, empathy, cooperation, and adaptation,
check out the mini-lessons and power presentations available on the following
links.
Georgios
Ardavanis – 23/10/2023
