In the face of daunting challenges, the present times demand a collective effort from individuals to navigate the complexities of daily life. Issues such as soaring commodity prices, scarce job opportunities, the lingering threat of the COVID-19 pandemic, the aftermath of armed conflicts, and the depreciation of Myanmar’s currency against foreign counterparts loom large on the horizon.
While these challenges may seem ubiquitous, they are not unique to Myanmar alone; many developing and underdeveloped nations grapple with similar issues on a daily basis. Despite concerted efforts to address these challenges, it is imperative for the people of Myanmar not to succumb to disappointment and recognize that they share these struggles with a global community facing analogous predicaments.
The government, irrespective of its political, military, economic, or social stance, is actively engaged in addressing these issues. Although the approaches may vary, governments in successive eras elected or not consistently strive for the overall development of Myanmar.
In the midst of these collective efforts, it is crucial for individuals to heed the wisdom of a popular Myanmar saying: “Self-half is the first”. This underscores the importance of hard work in all spheres of life, not just within personal businesses but also as employees contributing to the larger workforce. In cases where incomes fall short of sustaining a decent livelihood, doubling efforts and committing to hard work becomes imperative.
Even Myanmar nationals working abroad demonstrate an unwavering work ethic by engaging in multiple jobs concurrently, maximizing their productivity during rare spare moments. By channelling relentless efforts into their work, these individuals witness an increase in their incomes, a testament to the correlation between hard work and financial stability. Those at home must emulate this dedication, recognizing that idle hands lead to diminished opportunities.
Engaging in any form of employment is honourable and reflects positively on one’s character, highlighting honesty and industriousness. Simultaneously, individuals must steer clear of detrimental activities such as gambling. By adhering to these dos and don’ts, a promising future awaits, marked by improved socioeconomic conditions.
The cumulative impact of such individual efforts fosters the enhancement of societies, ultimately contributing to the prosperity of the entire nation of Myanmar. As individuals strive to better their circumstances, the collective aspirations of the people for a prosperous future become attainable. As such, individuals have to embrace dos and don’ts for their lives.
