A society should have goals like reducing poverty, making sure people can get healthcare and education, and protecting the environment. It should also try to keep people safe and create jobs. These are basic aims most people agree on.

A society should aim for sustainable, inclusive development — that means growing the economy while ensuring opportunities reach everyone. Priorities ought to include decent healthcare and education, a fair welfare system, and environmental protection so future generations aren't left worse off. In practice this requires long-term planning, honest public debate and policies that balance short-term needs with long-term resilience.

Yes, I think people need goals. Goals give you direction and something to work towards. Without goals it’s easy to waste time or feel lost.

Generally, having goals is important because they provide purpose and structure — they help you make choices about how to spend time and energy. That said, goals don’t have to be rigid; it’s healthy to review and adjust them as circumstances change. People who set both short-term and long-term goals tend to make steadier progress and feel more motivated.

People my age often focus on careers, getting qualifications, and making money. Many also want to travel, meet friends and maybe start a family. Saving for a home is another common aim.

At my stage — mid-twenties to early thirties — people commonly prioritise building a career, gaining professional qualifications and saving for a deposit on a home. But there’s more variety now: some focus on travel and experiences, others on side projects or entrepreneurship. Many also care about wellbeing and work–life balance, so goals about mental health or flexible working are increasingly common.

Yes, children need advice because they are still learning how the world works. Adults should guide them and teach right from wrong. But children should also be allowed to try things themselves.

It’s necessary to give children advice, but it should be age-appropriate and aimed at helping them learn rather than controlling them. Good guidance teaches problem-solving, emotional skills and safe decision-making, while leaving room for independence. For example, instead of giving answers outright, parents might ask questions that help a child think through consequences.

Young people usually want to do well in their careers, travel and have fun. Many also want to be independent and move out of their parents’ home. Some worry about money and jobs.

Young people often pursue a mix of goals: establishing a career, gaining experiences through travel or study, and becoming financially independent. There's also an increasing focus on social impact — many want to work for causes like climate action or social justice. Additionally, the rise of social media and the gig economy means goals may include building an online presence or launching small ventures.

To achieve goals people should make a plan and work hard. They need to be patient and keep trying if things go wrong. Asking friends or experts for help is useful.

People should make clear, realistic plans — breaking a big goal into small, manageable steps with deadlines helps a lot. Use the SMART approach where possible, track progress, and build good daily habits; for example, saving a fixed amount each month towards a deposit. It's also important to seek feedback, network with others and be ready to revise the plan when you hit setbacks.