My 17 year old son Tawfiq is beginning university soon. It’s a bit unnerving to see him growing up and moving away from our world.
Today is his orientation, and I decided to go with him. Being with him reminded me of when I took my daughter, Sahar, to university when she was 17, and also when I went to university in the UK when I was 17.
My daughter graduated last year with two degrees and honours, and is now working as an Associate Brand Manager. I went to the UK as an unfocused 17 year old, and left the UK as a disciplined young man at the age of 25.
The changes we go through can initially bring us stress. However, if we adapt and embrace change, it can be the springboard to success!