Life & Learn with Sayyod

💬 "How did this story make you feel?

Share your thoughts in the comments!"

Assalomu alaykum everyone.

I know I'm not quite good at consistency in terms of posts on this channel. So much has been going in my life lately that I don't quite have time to share something here(I know it might just sound like an excuse but it is what it is).

Earlier this morning, I was doing my ritual preparation for the lessons today when I came across this story I'm sharing with you now. It just hit me so bad, maybe because these days I'm missing my best friends a lot...

🌿 A Lesson in Friendship 🌿

Zafar and Nadeem had been great friends since the age of five. They used to go to the same primary school. When they finished primary school, they both went to the same secondary school. That school was a 20-minute walk from their village in a town on the other side of the river. Every morning, Zafar and Nadeem used to walk there and back together.

Zafar and Nadeem didn’t always see eye to eye. They didn’t use to argue much, but occasionally, they had arguments about school. They were both competitive and wanted to get the best marks in their class.

One wet Wednesday afternoon, they were walking back from school together, as always. But on this occasion, Zafar was angry with Nadeem. Nadeem had gotten the highest mark in a test that day and kept talking about it. Zafar thought Nadeem was only doing it to make him feel bad. Anger took control of him, and finally, in a moment of madness, he turned and slapped Nadeem in the face.

Nadeem was shocked at first, but then he picked up a stick and wrote in the sand by the side of the road:

📝 “Today, my friend Zafar slapped me.”

The pair of friends carried on their way home in silence. The rain kept on falling. As they got closer to the river, a section of the riverbank broke because of the rain, and the water carried both boys into the river. Nadeem couldn’t swim, but straight away, Zafar was there by his side, pulling him to safety.

After Nadeem had calmed down, he took a sharp stone and wrote on a big rock:

🔹 “Today, my friend Zafar saved my life.”

Zafar asked, “Earlier, you wrote in the sand that I hit you. But now you’ve written on a rock. Why?”

Nadeem replied, “Writing in the sand disappears quickly. When our friends do something bad to us, we should forget it quickly. But when friends do good things and show us kindness, we should always remember it—just as the writing on a rock remains forever.”

When Nadeem had finished speaking, Zafar put his arm around his shoulder, and they continued on their way home.

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🌟 Word of the Day: Deliberate (adjective) 🌟

🗣 Pronunciation: /dɪˈlɪbərət/

📖 Definition:
🤔 Done intentionally and with careful consideration; planned or meant.

💡 Example Sentences:

"Her deliberate actions showed that she had thought everything through carefully."
"He gave a deliberate pause before answering the tough question."
🔍 Similar Words:

Intentional: Done on purpose; planned.
Thoughtful: Showing careful consideration or attention.
🗣 Now It’s Your Turn!
Can you come up with your own example using the word deliberate?

#wordoftheday

🌟 Guess the Word of the Day! 🌟

_"His actions weren’t accidental; they were completely __. "

💡 Hint: This 10-letter word describes something done with intention or careful thought.

Drop your guesses in the comments! 👇 I’ll reveal the word and its meaning later today!

✨ How I Improved My IELTS Speaking Score from 6.0 to 7.0 ✨

Improving your speaking skills for IELTS can feel like a challenge, but it’s definitely achievable with the right approach! Here’s how I made it happen:

🎙 Practiced Regularly: Consistency was key. I dedicated time every day to speaking English, even if it was just 10–15 minutes.

🤝 Mock Tests: I practiced with mock test partners to simulate the actual test environment. This helped me stay calm under pressure.

📚 Learned from Feedback: I recorded myself and asked for feedback to identify areas for improvement, like grammar or fluency.

🌟 Built Confidence: Confidence made a big difference. I worked on staying relaxed and sounding natural during practice sessions.

Everyone’s journey is different, but these steps worked for me.

What’s your biggest challenge with IELTS Speaking?

Let’s talk about it in the comments!

Here are a few things I’m doing to stay on track this year:

📅 Daily Routine: I’ve created a simple daily routine that aligns with my goals. Having structure keeps me focused and productive.

✍️ Journaling: Writing down my progress helps me stay accountable and see how far I’ve come.

⏰ Small Steps: I remind myself that small, consistent efforts lead to big results. Even 10 minutes a day matters!

✨How to Stay Consistent with Goals✨

Sticking to goals can be tough, but consistency is key! 📅
One thing that’s helping me is keeping a daily routine that aligns with my goals.

How do you stay focused on your goals? Share your tips and strategies!

✨ What Are Your Goals for 2025? ✨

As we enter 2025, I’ve been thinking about what I want to achieve this year. But I’d love to know—what are your goals for 2025? Share them in the comments!

Here’s what I’m working towards:

Keep Learning
I want to stay consistent with improving my language skills.

Stay Active
Regular workouts and a healthy lifestyle are a big focus for me this year.

Improve My Writing
I’m aiming to take my writing skills, especially for IELTS, to the next level.

Keep the Blog Going
I want to post regularly and make this space more engaging for you!

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So, how’s everyone doing? Drop a comment or let me know what you’ve been up to!

I’m Back! Let’s Catch Up! ✨

It’s been a while since my last post, and I just wanted to check in and say—I’m back! 🎉 I know it’s been a bit quiet around here, but I’m excited to get started again. I’ve missed sharing with you all and can’t wait to dive back into language learning and more!