Out and About STYLE Mag Issue 3 Vol. 2

Home Economics: Create your Leaders Now!
The journey of greatness starts with
conceptualising the first step, which is
usually not easy- you need to be brave
and resolute. As we face the journey of our
lives, it is necessary to make a move that
will make a mark until the next generation.
Giving your children the right lessons in
creating, developing and maintaining a
home is a fitting task, especially now that
most of us are spending our days inside our
homes.
By Jerome Douglas
Now that the earth is healing and resting
from manmade pollutants, I also believe
that a chance was given to us to mould and
educate others some critical information
such as managing the economics of
the home. We need to let the children
understand that they are the only one who
can decide how their lives will look like.
Their first example must be you. You are
the first institution; the first model where
they should see what a future leader is
while we have the time to do so. How do
we do this while we’re on our long break?
How do we guide our children to the path
of economic freedom? The answers are all
at our fingertips; let’s explore!
First, work with your children to create a
budget chart about the things they like.
Explain to them that they only have a
certain amount of money to work with and
a limited time in which this budget should
last. Your role must change to a facilitator
and a walking questionnaire. You have to
correct misconceptions and loopholes.
Of course, they may not understand it
the first time, but the concept of it needs
to be introduced to them in their early
age. Practice continuously, and they will
eventually get it. Work diligently, and it will
surely bring the best results.
Second, in times like this, cooking skills
are important. Provide your children easily
made traditional foods based on your
culture. Be their guide as well as their
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