From Tears to Light: Preserving Tradition, Building Futures
In a small Turkish village, I recently discovered a family pottery shop that has been supported by UNESCO to keep centuries-old skills alive. The walls were lined with hand-painted plates, each telling its own story, while the potter at the wheel shaped clay with the same quiet precision her ancestors had used.
One jar caught my attention — a “tear jar.” Traditionally, wives would collect their tears in such vessels when their husbands went off to war, a symbolic way of holding love, longing, and hope. What made this family’s craft even more remarkable was their secret glaze, passed down through generations.
Their unique recipe includes moonstone, which absorbs sunlight during the day and softly glows at night — like a natural lantern to guide loved ones home.
This story is more than folklore. It is a lesson about skills, heritage, and the future. Without careful preservation, traditions like these would vanish. Yet through family dedication and international support, they remain vibrant, relevant, and alive.
At Blueprint Career Development RTO #30978, we see the same importance in preserving and passing on skills. Whether it’s training in hospitality, business, volunteering, or sport, our courses are not just about qualifications — they’re about keeping essential knowledge alive for future generations.
Just like the potter’s family secrets, many of the professions we train for carry rich traditions, practical wisdom, and cultural value that deserve to be nurtured.
Why This Matters to Our Students
Heritage Meets Modern Learning: The tear jar teaches us that every skill has a story. At Blueprint Career Development RTO #30978, we help students understand not just how to do the work, but also why it matters.
Practical Skills With Meaning: From food safety to communication, the skills our students gain light the path ahead — just like the moonstone glaze lighting the dark.
Sustainability of Knowledge: Just as UNESCO supports artisans, we support learners to ensure vital industries remain strong in Australia.
The pottery family in Turkey reminds us of something powerful: skills are more than tasks. They are legacies, lifelines, and lights in the dark. At Blueprint Career Development RTO #30978, we are proud to help our students carry their own “jars of light” into the world — skills that shine not only in their careers but in their communities.