A lesson in responsibility

This is regarding the story “A lesson in responsibility” by Aalimah Rehman (YW, June 29). The story effectively delivers a powerful message about displaying compassion towards the animals that are to be sacrificed during Eidul Azha.

It highlights the importance of fulfilling their basic needs, showing kindness towards them, and refraining from any actions that could cause harm. Through the heartfelt narrative, the story prompts us to reflect on our role in safeguarding and respecting all living creatures.

Syeda Aqsa,
Larkana

Selfishness

This is in reference to the thought-provoking article “Selfishness” by Zara Ahmed, (YW, June 29). The article sheds light on the harmful consequences of being selfish and raises awareness about the importance of protecting oneself from its negative impacts. It highlights how selfishness can lead to various problems in our lives, such as diminishing our moral values, creating challenging circumstances, and contributing to societal issues. While selfishness may offer temporary personal benefits, the article emphasises that it cannot lead to a truly fulfilling life.

Bilal Ahmed,
Faisalabad

Healthy lifestyle

Everyone in the world wants to live a happy and healthy life. To achieve that, we need to follow some guidelines that will not only improve the quality of life, but also increase our lifespan.

A healthy lifestyle means living healthily by including a diet full of nutrients, engaging in regular exercise, getting adequate sleep, maintaining a positive mindset, managing stress effectively and limiting the usage of gadgets. Physical activities like jogging, swimming, cycling, brisk walking, and playing outdoor games should be incorporated into your routine instead of being sedentary.

Aim to get a good amount of sleep, ideally seven to eight hours, to recharge your body for the next day. Reduce screen time to protect your eyes from potential damage. By making these changes in our lives, we can achieve our health goals.

Alyan Jawaid,
Karachi

Make these holidays memorable

This is regarding the article “Make these holidays memorable” by Muhammad Qasim Shafi (YW, July 8). It was a nice article discussing how students can spend their vacation time in a constructive way. In addition, the writer suggested that students take online courses, which can enhance their knowledge and skills.

Naima Imran,
Lahore

Published in Dawn, Young World, August 5th, 2023