Technology has definitely made our live easier in many respects. But it’s also disrupting industries and even entire societies, forcing us to adapt.
In 2016 the Japanese government introduced the concept of Society 5.0, a technology-based and human-centered society. In the fifth episode of Jadi TELADAN, our host Ricky Abraham sits down with Wisnu Nugroho, Editor-in-Chief of KOMPAS.com, and Anastasia Satriyo, Clinical Child Psychologist and Mental Health Activist, to discuss what the young generation needs to prepare to live in the Society 5.0 era.
This episode covers:
a. The role of technology in our lives b. How to thrive in Society 5.0 era? c. Tips to be productive and creative during Society 5.0 era
Indonesians are no strangers to technology, with 202.6 million people or around 73.7 per cent of the population using the internet. But when it comes to other forms of technology, such as AI, there are huge differences across geographies, with much greater use in major cities. “Those who live in the tier-2 cities or rural areas only use advanced technology when needed,” said Wisnu.
Preparing For Society 5.0
As Society 5.0 is the era of VUCA (Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity and Ambiguity), the speakers said that young people need to be adaptive, creative and innovative.
The good news is Anastasia noticed that young people are quite adaptive with technology and know how to use the latest apps. “They happily use technology as it makes their life easier,” she said. However, she added that the younger generation still need help to analyse data or verify information. As was mentioned in the second episode of Jadi TELADAN, although they may be digital natives, young people are just as vulnerable as everyone else to hoaxes and fake news.
Moreover, as the VUCA era will be full of uncertainty and ambiguity, the speakers said that young people need to be creative and innovative to survive Society 5.0.
Speaking about job opportunities, for example, Wisnu said that professions that require human capacities, such as creative or analytical skills, would be in demand in the future. Hence, it is important for future leaders to hone their creativity to adapt with the era.
“Creativity cannot be forced, but it can be trained,” said Anastasia.
So, you think you have met “the one” and want to spend the rest of your life with them? Take a step back before planning a wedding as marriage is hard work.
Marriage is a never ending process of blending two different minds into one. It forces you to change, adapt and tolerate certain things. But, it is also very rewarding when you can get through all the challenges that life throws at you as a couple.
In the first episode of Selalu SIGAP, our host Anastasia Pradhita asks Anna Surti Ariani, known as Nina, Chairwoman of the Indonesian Clinical Psychologists Association Jakarta, and Widodo Suhartoyo, Senior Technical and Liaison Advisor Early Childhood Education and Development (ECED) at Tanoto Foundation, the things any couple should think about before getting married.
This episode covers: a. The right age to get married b. Three aspects to prepare before getting married c. The importance of conflict management in a relationship
In the past year, we saw more young Indonesians getting married. The Directorate General of Religious Court recorded that there were 34,000 applications for the exemption of marriage age (under 19 year old) between January to June 2020, from a total of 23,700 cases in 2019.
The National Population and Family Planning Board (BKKBN) itself recommends 21 as the minimum age for women and 25 for men to get married.
But irrespective of age, our panel listed three main things to consider before getting married.
Emotional Maturity
Marriage is complex, hence it requires emotional maturity or the ability to manage emotions.
“If you frequently feel stressed out or emotional, don’t get married,” said Nina.
There are many things that can trigger conflicts in marriage, varying from big issues, such as different values or parenting styles, to small problems, such as household chores. Therefore, those who plan to get married need to be aware that they are two different individuals.
If they are not aware of the differences and cannot manage their emotions well, then it will lead to frequent arguments.
“It’s really tiring to be in a marriage that continuously has conflicts,” Nina said.
One of the ways to have emotional maturity is by accepting our partner the way they are.
“Couples need to be able to adapt, tolerate and comprise,” said Widodo.
Widodo suggested couples make a social “contract” before getting married, defining their shared responsibilities to solve the differences that might come in the future.
Social Maturity
“There are three magic words that most of us find it difficult to say, ‘sorry, please and thank you’,” said Widodo.
But these magic words are part of our social maturity and enable us to function properly as adults.
Social maturity provides us the ability to form a good relationship with our partner and others, and influences every aspect of our lives.
By having social maturity, it can help us to see our partner more accurately.
“Once again, we need to be aware that they are different from us, there must be a reason behind their behaviors,” said Widodo.
With regard to our social relationship, Nina said that a good relationship with others will also bring benefits as it creates a good support system, which may help you solve conflicts within your marriage. Social maturity also helps us to define when to and not to share our conflicts to our support system.
Life Skills
If you don’t know how to wash the dishes or cook, then you are not ready for marriage.
Life skills are basically simple tasks that can be performed by anyone, regardless of their gender. Widodo said most arguments in the marriage are triggered by household chores like these, hence one needs to master these life skills before tying the knot.
“If they don’t prepare it properly, these small issues can cause problems or even divorce,” he said.
In addition to the three aspects above, both speakers stressed the importance of communication in marriage as it is the key to solve issues and understand their partner.
“It goes without saying that good communication is important in marriage,” said Widodo.
Couples can try to enhance their communication skills while they are dating by communicating and solving issues together.
“Frequent arguments while dating are not red flags. If they can manage the conflicts properly, it can help to build a healthy marriage,” said Nina.
But most importantly, before saying “I do”, couples have to set marriage goals together. “They should think that they get married to form a quality family, not to get divorced,” said Widodo.
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Selalu SIGAP is a casual talk show that discusses Early Childhood Education and Development (ECED) in Indonesia. The program is hosted by Tanoto Foundation, an independent family philanthropy organisation founded by Sukanto Tanoto and Tinah Bingei Tanoto in 1981.
Pojok PINTAR is a casual talk show that discusses various topics related to the development of Basic Education in Indonesia. The program is hosted by Tanoto Foundation, an independent family philanthropy organisation founded by Sukanto Tanoto and Tinah Bingei Tanoto in 1981.
All parents want the best for their children. Often this involves trying to develop their intelligence, whether that means playing classical music to them in the womb or reading stories to them once they’re born.
But, do these methods really work? What do parents need to do to help their children develop?
In the third episode of Pojok PINTAR our host Jerry Arvino asks these burning questions to Chyntia Poedjokerto, Special Education Specialist from Wellness Institute, and Murni Leo, Education Specialist from Tanoto Foundation.
This episode discusses:
a. What is intelligence in children? b. How to create an environment that supports children’s intellectual development? c. How to maintain a balance between children’s IQ and EQ?
Understanding Intelligence in Children
Simply put, intelligence is the ability to absorb information and apply that knowledge in everyday life. Intelligence in children allows them to learn quickly and provides them with curiosity about the world around them.
Parents do not need to worry about their children intelligence as Chyntia said that every child is born intelligent, meaning that each child was born with the natural ability to learn and explore their surroundings.
What parents need to do is to support their children’s intellectual development. Here are some of the ways to do that.
Establish Good Communication with Children
Parents need to establish a good communication pattern with children as it would help to form a good relationship in a family. Besides communicating well with children, parents should also establish certain rules and routines to make their children feel safe in their environment.
Chyntia said that a structured environment at home will help children to feel safe, giving them the confidence to explore their surroundings and develop their intelligence.
Embrace each child’s uniqueness
Each child is unique, and we can’t treat them all the same way. Imagine we tested monkeys, elephants, fish and birds in the same way? Suppose they all are tested to fly – birds will win every time, but it neglects all the animals’ other skills. The same thing goes for children: each child is different. Therefore, parents should avoid limiting their children by putting them in boxes.
Chyntia shared that many parents assume those who excel in maths will be successful in life, but sometimes the opposite is true. Each child has his or her intellectual capacity.
Murni also agreed with Chyntia, saying that many parents believed they need to excel in a particular subject to help their children learn. “The role of parents here is to motivate their children,” said Murni.
That being said, the speakers stressed that it is important for parents to embrace children’s uniqueness and find the most suitable approach to help each child realise their full capacity.
Balancing IQ and EQ
As well as IQ, the speakers also discussed the importance of Emotional Intelligence, or EQ.
IQ and EQ are inseparable. “IQ helps someone to get a job, but EQ helps them to keep the job,” explained Chyntia. Therefore, it is parents’ job to help children in balancing IQ and EQ.
One of the ways to balance children’s IQ and EQ is by involving them in a discussion. Parents can share the struggles they face as a family and invite children to solve the issues together. This method can help children to hone their critical thinking as well as emotional regulation.
