Never be overconfident

This is regarding the story “Never be overconfident” by Zain Irfan (YW, March 15). Sometimes, our overconfidence is the reason behind our failures, as shown in the story.

We must learn from it and take the lesson that overconfidence can be the silent killer of success. When we get too confident, we stop being careful and we become too relaxed. This is where we often face failures. The story ended on a very impactful note: we must learn from past experiences and continue to learn new things.

Hamza Iqbal,
Rahim Yar Khan

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The story “Never be overconfident” by Zain Irfan was an eye-opener, especially for youngsters.

From what I’ve observed in school, naturally talented students often begin to take their skills for granted. They assume their past success will carry them forward, but talent alone doesn’t sustain excellence.

This story beautifully showed how even the best can fall behind if they stop putting in real effort.

Sana Abdul Javed,
Abbottabad

Beyond reactions: the power of tolerance

This is regarding the cover article “Beyond reaction: the power of tolerance” by Shahmeer Asif (YW, March 22). Tolerance means listening, understanding and being open to others’ opinions.

However, being tolerant is not always easy, especially when dealing with people who have narrow or hateful beliefs. And this is when tolerance matters the most. The article was a great reminder that building tolerance takes time and effort, but it can lead to a more peaceful and inclusive society.

Nimra Rizvi,
Mirpur (AJK)

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The cover article “Beyond reactions, the power of tolerance” by Shahmeer Asif was both timely and badly needed in today’s fast-paced world of constant digital arguments.

People living in urban settings are often quick to react because of stressful lives. The 10-second rule mentioned in the article was a simple, yet effective, reminder of how we can reclaim control over our emotions.

We should always remind ourselves that tolerance doesn’t mean silence or surrender; it means choosing peace over pointless conflict. If we, especially the younger generation, begin to practice calm responses over impulsive replies, we’ll shape a more empathetic and grounded society.

Areeba Kamal,
Bahawalpur

Published in Dawn, Young World, June 14th, 2025