“Hey you… ma’am… Stop!”
The customs officer stopped Shruti at Los Angeles Airport.
“Me? Now what did I do?” A slightly timid Shruti asked the officer.
“What’s in your handbag? Show me those..” the officer demanded.
“Oh, these? These are Havi Riddling Cards, a quiz game Made by Havi.co, They’re just quiz flashcards, made of paper, nothing harmful, not even plastic-laminated.” Shruti replied.
“Yeah, but… 1, 2, 3… 5…”
“There are 14, just 14.” Shruti interrupted.
“Fourteen, just fourteen? Why are you bringing so many? Are you in the business of selling these? You’ll have to pay tax,” the officer asserted.
“Business? No, no, I’ve bought these to gift to family and friends. I got them from India, from havi.co, to give to friends and family.” (But subconsciously, Shruti got a “great” idea to sell Havi Riddling Cards in Los Angeles. She would come back to this thought later.)
“Look, Miss Shruti, I’m not a fool. Why would someone gift the same quiz card box to everyone – children, youngsters, old people, students, professionals, corporates – the same gift to everyone? Do you think I’m going to believe that? You’re making a riddle; solve it,” the officer challenged.
“Yes, I’m telling you the truth. Playing with Havi Riddling Cards has benefits for everyone, all age groups, and that’s why I’ve bought the same gift for everyone.”
“Benefits? What benefits?” the officer inquired skeptically.
“OK, let me explain to you the benefits of playing with quiz flashcards in detail…” And just like that, the brand advocate within Shruti awoke in full swing.
“Listen…”
Benefits of quizzes
For kids
1. Cognitive Development: Enhances memory, problem-solving skills, and critical thinking.
2. Educational Benefits: Aids in learning basics in various subjects, expands vocabulary, and helps in understanding complex concepts through simple explanations.
3. Social Skills: Encourages interaction with friends and family.
4. Speed: Develops the agility to quickly understand the question and reflect back faster.
5. Creativity: Stimulates imagination and creative storytelling, especially in riddle and puzzle solving.
6. Attention and Concentration: Helps in focusing attention and improves concentration through engaging gameplay.
7. Screen free time: Engages in real world, without screen.
For working professional
8. Stress Relief: Offers a mental break from work, reducing burnout and promoting relaxation.
9. Skill Enhancement: Improves relevant professional skills like quick decision-making, strategic thinking, and data analysis.
10. Team Building: Strengthens bonds within teams, fosters better communication, and promotes understanding of diverse perspectives.
11. Continuous Learning: Encourages a culture of lifelong learning and staying updated with industry knowledge.
12. Networking: Can be a casual platform for professional networking and sharing insights during the lunch and coffee breaks or even formal meet-ups.
13. Creativity and Innovation: Encourages thinking outside the box, which can be applied in professional scenarios.
For older adults
14. Mental Agility: Helps keep the mind sharp, challenges memory, and supports cognitive health.
15. Social Interaction: Acts as a social catalyst, encouraging group activities and interaction.
16. Emotional Well-being: Enhances mood, provides a sense of achievement, and combats feelings of depression.
17. Learning New Skills: Offers opportunities to learn new games and technologies, keeping the brain engaged.
18. Memory Recall: Trivia and historical facts can stimulate memory recall and personal storytelling.
19. Hand-Eye Coordination: Assists in maintaining fine motor skills and coordination.
20. Staying relevant: Offers a good way to communicate with younger generation.
For families
21. Bonding: Encourages quality family time and creates shared memories.
22. Educational for All Ages: Acts as an educational tool that spans different age groups, teaching various subjects and life skills.
23. Entertainment: Provides a cost-effective and accessible form of home entertainment.
24. Cultural Exchange: Introduces and educates family members about different cultures and global knowledge.
25. Conflict Resolution: Teaches children and adults alike how to handle disagreements in a healthy way.
26. Values and Ethics: Can be a medium to discuss and instill family values and ethics.
For family groups
27. Social Fun: Provides an enjoyable way to spend time together, fostering deeper friendships.
28. Diverse Interests: Caters to different interests and knowledge bases, making it inclusive for various group members.
29. Competitive Spirit: Encourages friendly competition and can lead to memorable moments.
Cognitive development benefits
30. Memory Enhancement: Regular play strengthens both short-term and long-term memory faculties.
31. Concentration: Improves focus, attention span, and the ability to multi-task.
32. Information Processing: Enhances quick thinking, pattern recognition, and efficient processing of information.
33. Logical Reasoning: Develops logical thinking and deductive reasoning skills.
34. Spatial Awareness: Enhance spatial reasoning and understanding of geometry.
35. Cross-Disciplinary Connections: Helps in making connections between different areas of knowledge, fostering interdisciplinary understanding.
Impact of solving quizzes on studies – educational benefits of riddles
36. Learning Aid: Makes learning more interactive and engaging.
37. Retention of Information: Helps in better retention and recall of study material through repetitive and fun engagement.
38. Motivation: Increases motivation to learn, participate, and achieve academic goals.
39. Time Management: Teaches time management and prioritization skills, especially in timed quiz games.
40. Research Skills: Encourages players to research and learn more about unfamiliar topics.
41. Analytical Skills: Enhances analytical and critical thinking abilities, useful in academic research.
Impact on work
42. Problem-Solving Skills: Encourages innovative thinking and efficient problem-solving under pressure.
43. Team Dynamics: Improves team dynamics, understanding, and cooperation among colleagues.
44. Workplace Morale: Boosts morale, job satisfaction, and creates a more enjoyable work environment.
45. Adaptability: Enhances adaptability to changing scenarios and requirements, mirroring dynamic work environments.
General health & well-being
46. Mental Health: Contributes to better mental health by reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression.
47. Physical Health: Reduces physical stress symptoms and can contribute to overall physical well-being.
48. Quality of Life: Improves overall quality of life through enjoyment, relaxation, and social interaction.
49. Self-Esteem and Confidence: Builds self-esteem and confidence, especially when achieving success in games.
50. Mindfulness and Presence: Encourages living in the moment and mindfulness during gameplay.
51. Healthy Aging: For seniors, these games can contribute to healthier aging by keeping the mind and body engaged.
“Ok enough enough…… I am convinced with benefits of quiz, enough.” The officer interrupted.
“Okay. Thank you, can I go now?”: Shruti
“Just tell me one thing..” : Officer
“Now what?”: Shruti
“Where can I get these Havi Riddling Cards!” : Officer
“Haha.. so simple. Just go to www.havi.co and order there. They are shipping to USA and all other countries but with charge. I ordered in India so got these at zero shipping!! Cool no?” : Shruti
“Yes cool, please go now… please…..” : Officer
Shruti left the sense of pride on her face. But stoped a few steps far and shouted…..
“There are two versions too, and you can buy them both”
“Okay I will, please gooo…..” : Officer
Shruti felt relieved, The officer too. 🙂
(Disclaimer: The story and characters is work of fiction.)
