Uniform Upbringing Approach Contributes to Adult Burnout Risk, Experts Say

Mental exhaustion or chronic burnout that often plagues the modern generation does not always stem from workplace pressures. Experts believe the seeds of this issue are often planted much earlier, when children grow up in parenting and educational systems that are not aligned with their innate character or biological blueprint.

For decades, the educational paradigm has tended to treat children as ‘blank slates’ that can be entirely shaped by their environment. This has resulted in uniform standards that force every child to respond to the world in the same way. The pressure to become someone who does not match their natural inclinations triggers an accumulation of psychological stress that carries into adulthood.

Responding to this challenge, Elemind officially introduced a method for mapping children’s thought patterns and behaviour at a grand launch in Tebet, South Jakarta. Coinciding with the momentum of 1 Muharam 1448 Hijriah, the launch carried the theme ‘Generasi Kuat Dimulai dari Rumah Sunat’ (A Strong Generation Starts from the Circumcision Home), in collaboration with the Indonesian Circumcision Doctors Association (Asdoki) and the Indonesian Circumcision Practitioners Community.

Elemind founder dr. Jaka Suganda explained that the moment of circumcision was chosen because it represents a turning point towards maturity in Indonesian culture. ‘This is where we want to equip parents with real assistance. Instead of stressing over trying to change a child’s innate character to fit general standards, parents can use this biological map to recognise how their child’s brain works,’ he said.

Elemind’s approach uses the concept of ‘Bahasa Elemen’ (Element Language), which maps character based on human nervous system and biological responses. The five main elements forming the basis of this mapping are: Fire (Dopamine), Earth (Serotonin), Water (Acetylcholine), Air (GABA), and Ether (Endorphin).

According to Jaka, understanding a child’s ‘Syakilah’ or inherent blueprint can prevent parents from adopting misguided parenting styles. For instance, a child with a high drive for exploration (Dopamine-dominant) is often labelled as problematic in a system that demands uniformity. Yet, if directed properly, this characteristic is a significant strength.

The approach offers three main benefits: helping parents understand their child’s innate character, providing guidance on the most effective communication and learning methods for each child, and preventing the psychological stress that arises from forcing children into uniform standards.

Through this strategic collaboration, Elemind and circumcision practitioners hope to expand education for Indonesian families. Building a strong generation is not merely about imparting as much knowledge as possible, but about how parents can recognise their child’s true identity and provide space for that potential to develop fully without losing their sense of self.