Conversation with Kritika conducted by Riddhi Saxena, a class 11 student of St. Joseph’s Convent, Bhopal, and Emerging Leader at NoticeBard.

How do you classify subjects as easy and difficult?

What we study is not for a 3-hour examination. Rather, is to increase the standard bar of our knowledge. The classification into easy and difficult is based on the number and depth of concepts. In my perspective, the choice of difficulty depends on every individual. While keeping our curriculum in mind, if we try to gain in-depth knowledge of the same, the subject gets classified as difficult. So based on our choice of content, this classification is done.

How do you approach studying subjects you find easy and fun?

All subjects, in my opinion, are added to our curriculum to enjoy and cherish. The approach I use to understand these topics is step-based. Firstly, studying the basic concepts from our textbook. Secondly, making notes or mind maps. The major step starts beyond this i.e. by gathering internet resources and understanding in-depth insights. This not only helps in enjoying the desired subject.

How do you approach subjects you find challenging?

The approach for difficult subjects is the same as the subjects I find interesting as the only step to success is to convert our weaknesses into strengths.

How do you approach problem-solving and decision-making?

“A problem well stated is a problem half solved.” Decision-making depends on the respective situation. Firstly analyse the situation carefully and develop evidence to support views. Discuss subjects in an organized way and predict the consequences of actions. By weighing alternatives, we should generate and organize ideas to generate desirable results.

What subjects or activities do you feel most passionate about, and why?

Mathematics and Science for me belong to a world of imagination. It provides students with an opportunity to remove all boundaries. It seems as if all the bars of our thinking get dissolved in the corpus callosum.

Discuss a project or activity outside of school that you are particularly proud of.

Dance is not an activity. It is an eternal expression, an expression of our feelings. The successful completion of my senior diploma with distinction is indeed something I am proud of.

How do you balance your academic responsibilities with your involvement in extracurricular activities?

Believing in the principles of hard work over smart work is my approach. I believe we do not need to “manage” things or activities. If we are passionate about our work, then nothing on our way can stop us. Balancing involved utilizing every second out of 24 hours by giving full attention to students at home.

What are your plans and aspirations for college and beyond?

I want to pursue medical courses and want to attempt NEET.

How do you see your academic extracurricular experiences shaping your future path?

Life is a road full of ups and downs. Our failures and success in academic extracurricular activities help us understand the depth and importance of personality development in our lives. In this modern Era, the activities we pursue not only help in our development but also in understanding our real potential. By helping us understand our real position, it teaches us the amount of hard work we need to put in for our future as well. From every perspective, these activities are promoting our growth and indeed act as a pedestal for our success.

How do you reflect on your experiences to continuously improve and grow as a student and individual?

The purpose of life is to live it, to taste experiences to the utmost level, and to reach out eagerly and without fear for newer and richer opportunities. Our experiences do teach us about the positive as well as negative aspects of society. Challenges are a part of our life. Our experiences help us overcome all barriers and understand our real potential. This helps in crossing every hard mountain with deep faith within. We not only improve with every experience but rather count on our knowledge as well. As well said, information is not knowledge. The only source of knowledge is experience. And our experience helps us in gaining wisdom. Thus becoming the golden key to our success.

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