In a world obsessed with external achievements and accolades, David Brooks’ “The Road to Character” serves as a compelling reminder of the importance of developing inner virtues and moral character. This book, which aligns with Rudder4Life’s Personal Development Framework, emphasises the need to focus on “eulogy virtues” rather than “résumé virtues” and
Imagine you are standing on one side of a river, and your loved one is standing on the other. The river represents the differences in values, beliefs, and priorities that can create significant challenges in personal relationships. Building a bridge across this river requires skills that we’ve either neglected or lacking. In
In our pursuit of happiness and success, we often find ourselves balancing between pursuing our own goals and helping others. David Brooks, in his book, “The Second Mountain,” explains this journey and shows us a way to move from self-centredness to selflessness. He uses the metaphor of climbing a second mountain to
The Iceberg Model is a framework that helps to understand complex societal issues. It suggests that there are layers of factors that contribute to a problem. The tip of the iceberg represents the visible events or symptoms of a problem. In contrast, the larger and more significant part of the iceberg lies
In recent years, there has been a growing awareness in the field of education about the importance of recognising and addressing the diverse learning styles and preferences of learners. One of the most significant aspects of this discussion has been the recognition of the unique needs of introverted and extroverted learners. While
Chapter 2 Part 2 The fabric of human society is complicatedly constructed by two fundamental processes: integration and differentiation. Though seemingly opposing, they are actually complementary and work in harmony to shape our social systems. They are two sides of the same coin, and both are equally crucial. Therefore, we should not
Responsibility, a seemingly simple concept, has crept its way into the fabric of our daily lives. From personal relationships to societal structures, the notion of responsibility governs our choices and actions. According to Joan Didion, “The willingness to accept responsibility for one’s own life is the source from which self-respect springs.” But
Part 3 of Learning In the intricate dance of human interaction, Learning to Be is the bridge that links individuality (self) to collectivity (society), weaving the intricate fabric of society. At Rudder4Life, we recognise Learning to Be as a fundamental pillar of personal and societal growth, empowering young adults to overcome the
In today’s world, we are constantly surrounded by a vast amount of information and knowledge, and education is vital to make sense of it all. However, education is like a toolbox; it provides us with the tools we need to build our future. But just having a toolbox won’t make us successful
Chapter 2: Part 3 Achieving societal development requires a delicate balancing act between integration and differentiation. It’s like designing a harmonious piece of music where every note must complement each other to create a beautiful symphony. Just as a painter blends different hues to create a masterpiece, recognising and harmonising several dimensions