Wonder craft

This is with reference to the Wonder craft section, “Buzzing bloom”, by The Crafter (YW, January 18). It was a simple, yet creative craft, a must-try project at home.

I love all the crafts in this section and would like to request The Crafter to include easy DIY crafts for school as well.

Alaina Shaheen,
Karachi

The world we live in

This is with reference to the article “The world we live in” by Eshaal Muzammil (YW, January 25). I agree with the writer’s view that in this digital world, we have lost meaningful connections, strong bonds and genuine emotions.

We rely on social media apps, sending emojis and reacting to messages — that’s what we have become. In-person encounters now feel awkward. No doubt, our lives and our world are increasingly bound to social media.

It is high time we recognise the true meaning of life and the world we live in because these apps are only pushing us apart and gradually breaking our close relationships.

Zaid Ali,
Karachi

Listen better, connect deeper

This is with reference to the cover story, “Listen better, connect deeper” by Eshal Khurshid (YW, January 25). The article highlighted the importance of active listening and how it strengthens relationships.

In today’s fast-paced world, where people are more engaged with their devices than they are with those around them, the art of truly listening is fading. I especially appreciated the section on non-verbal cues, as body language plays a crucial role in making someone feel heard.

The article serves as a valuable reminder that listening is not just about hearing words, but understanding the emotions and perspectives behind them.

Farah Zubair,
Lahore

II

The cover story, “Listen better, connect deeper” by Eshal Khurshid brilliantly captured the subtle, yet crucial difference between hearing and truly listening.

Many times, people just wait for their turn to speak rather than engage in meaningful conversations. The signs of a poor listener mentioned in the article, such as interrupting or being distracted, are note-worthy and relatable.

If more people adopted the habit of good listening, there will be better communication, misunderstandings would decrease and relationships would flourish. No doubt, a great read that encourages self-reflection!

Ahmed Raza,
Islamabad

Published in Dawn, Young World, May 17th, 2025