VIQ - very important question

Hi. Students have asked me this VIQ: "Sir, why study those subjects that are irrelevant to us. When we go out to work, we are not going to make use of the knowledge we have got from our studies. Why study Geography, History or Science when they are not going to help us in our work? Why, Sir?"

A good question. I hope I can give a good answer.

First, are the subjects or topics you study in school irrelevant? Yes, some but not all. When you study, you are training your mind to think. Now, that is important. You cannot think deeper without studying those subjects. They make you think and exercise your brain. By asking this VIQ, you are thinking and that's education.

Second, studying those subjects provide some basic knowledge for you to continue your studies at college or university level. They are like building blocks that are at the bottom layer. Without this proper and strong foundation, you will have difficulties building up your knowledge in future.

Third, studying is a form of discipline. You need to sit down and concentrate on your books for a period of time. The more you do it, the more discipline you become. That is to your advantage. You will be able to meet other challenges and be an overcomer.


See, studying in schooll is good for you.