A lesson learnt

The is regarding the story “A lesson learnt” by Muhammad Hussain Saeed (YW, March 23).

Often, we children think of our parents as barriers to fun, without realising how much they want to see us smile.

I believe this story reminded many of us to think beyond our wishes and start noticing the quiet sacrifices being made for us daily by our parents.

Mohsin Ahmed,
Multan

Consistency is the game changer

This is concerning the article “Consistency is the game changer” by Muhammad Khan Nohri (YW, March 22). The article was motivating and timely.

What I’ve realised is that it’s not about doing everything perfectly, it’s about showing up and trying every day. Whether it’s studying, building a habit or working towards a personal goal, steady effort matters more than one big push. It’s the consistent steps we take that shape who we become.

Saad Ahmed,
Shikarpur

The bullying no one saw

This is regarding the story “The bullying no one saw” by Maleeha Farooqi (YW, March 22). I was deeply moved by the honesty and emotional depth of the story. The writer did a remarkable job narrating a painful reality that many children silently endure, which is bullying.

What made it more impactful was that it was told from the perspective of a sibling who only realised the extent of the suffering too late.

It’s a painful wake-up call for many of us who assume everything is fine, just because a child doesn’t speak up.

The message at the end was particularly strong, encouraging both students and adults to take bullying seriously and to speak up rather than remain silent.

Adnan Qureshi,
Lahore

Education sees no gender

This is concerning the story “Education sees no gender” by Aijaz Ali Rajar, (YW, March 22). Girls’ education is very important, especially in rural areas where such opportunities are often discouraged or denied.

The writer brilliantly portrayed a girl’s courage and her father’s unwavering support, both of which played a key role in challenging harmful social norms and changing an entire village’s mindset.

The story just didn’t highlight an individual’s success; it served as a call to action and encouraged parents to recognise that education is a right, not a privilege.

Hina Najeeb,
Karachi, Pakistan

Published in Dawn, Young World, June 21st, 2025