Are you a Cikgu Besar or an aspiring one? You don't have to sacrifice your health for the sake of the school. Here is a practical checklist based on the KKM (Ministry of Health) guidelines and local wisdom.

The "Cikgu Besar" Survival Guide:

| Issue | Example | Health Consequence | |-------|---------|--------------------| | Performative imagery | Headmaster photographed at a 5km walk, but never seen active otherwise | Cynicism; students ignore health messages | | Overburdened image | Principal pictured in multiple activities (exam supervision, discipline, sports) | Normalises overwork; teachers feel pressured to skip breaks | | Lack of diversity | No photos of principal supporting mental health or rest | Students hide emotional distress |

In Malaysia, the school principal is often depicted in uniform portraits displayed in the school lobby, newsletters, and social media. This “image” is not merely a photograph; it represents authority, role modelling, and expectations. With Malaysia’s rising concerns over childhood obesity, mental health among educators, and sedentary lifestyles, the headmaster’s visible actions—through their photographed activities—become a powerful behavioural cue.