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According to Zen Buddhist master and peace activist, Thich Nhat Hanh, Thay, “Each one of us has both negative seeds (for example, anger, rage, jealousy, hatred) and wholesome seeds (love, joy, gratitude, compassion, courage) and what will grow depends on the seeds we water. Similarly, in our relationship with our children, the seeds that will sprout and gain strength are the ones that we nurture. Simple.” (Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/parenting/health-fitness/imagine-parenting-and-the-art-of-selective-watering-6075830/ ) Before I come to the topic let me share with you an interesting excerpt from an article (which I recently read in Indian Express) by Shelja Sen. As children possess multiple intelligences, Ms Sen observes that the way they are recognized in a school and by their parents should also be according to the same. She talks about three kinds of recognitions that children should receive i.e Active Recognition, Value Recognition and Creative Recognition. Un

I cannot count the number of times I have felt overwhelmingly grateful to the Almighty for giving me the prospect to be in the field of education as it provides abundant opportunities for constant learning. Since the commencement of my journey as a teacher I have realized time and again that there is a plethora of motivation, which has been an incessant source of inspiration that comes from parents, teachers as well as students. This is one of the many reasons that make this profession more than a professional accomplishment and I firmly stand by this statement in the times when teaching is losing the dignity and respect it claimed years ago.   Working amongst teachers and students and being in constant contact with parents I have understood something very significant- you don’t have to look outside the school to find inspiration. You are perennially inspired by the perseverance of children, dedication of parents and unconditional love and diligence of teachers. One such inspirati

Times have definitely changed but the young generations of all ages and times have always showcased an untamable passion towards achieving their goals. What has played the key role in their lives is that one power that patiently channelized this passion in the right direction. That power lies in the one who has ever taught you to overcome the hurdle of negatives and focus on the path of positives; that one person who has given us genuine advice and showed us the right path. Undoubtedly, learning is a lifelong process, and if we want to constantly learn then there is definitely a someone is needed to facilitate the same and he is a teacher. When teacher is so important in the life of all then why isn’t teaching considered a high-end profession and why does it not ever come in the top list of most sought after profession? Dear readers, how many of you ever aspired to be a teacher and would like your child to take up this most challenging and noble job? Well, there is this one stat

“I have not failed; I have just found 10,000 ways that won’t work.” ‘ On Education’ by Albert Einstein postulates, “The value of a man, however, should be seen in what he gives and not in what he is able to receive. The most important motive for work in the school and in life is pleasure in work, pleasure in its results and the knowledge of the value of the result to the community.” When we try to understand these lines by one of the greatest minds that ever existed, we can conclude two basic ideas. First, pleasure or satisfaction is imperative when it comes to studies as well as job. This pleasure comes when one loves what one does. The second aspect is seeking pleasure in results and giving value to it. Now, Einstein doesn’t describe the word result here. He simply conveys that one needs to acknowledge the persistence, perseverance, time, heart, mind and soul put into the work and this is way more important than the result itself.   In the present times, we yearn for noble

“Etiquette means behaving yourself a little better than what is absolutely essential.” Both school and home play a crucial role in the holistic upbringing of a child. Where home is considered to be the foundation stone of development; school deals with the progress of a child, year after year, in constant collaboration with his/her home. Holistic development of a child is impossible if any of these pillars work in isolation. Also, the era of technology has dawned upon us. Today, a child is exposed to latest products of technological advancement, both at home as well as school. At home, children have Alexa and Siri at their beck and call and at school the classrooms have become smart. There is a video to explain every concept in a fun filled manner. Isn’t this a rosy picture depicting progress and development? But beyond all the support, love and facilities provided at home and all the learning outcomes and sustainable development goals achieved in the schools, there is a basic i

"Someone once asked me what I regarded as the three most important requirements for happiness. My answer was: A feeling that you have been honest with yourself and those around you; a feeling that you have done the best you could both in your personal life and in your work; and the ability to love others." Why have we stopped appreciating the little things? One day my mother expressed the desire to have her favorite sweet, Imarti. Her happiness knew no bounds when she finally took its first bite. The ecstasy spread on her face was thoroughly enjoyed by us. There was an aura of satisfaction around her, as if she has got everything. Interestingly, there is some or the other kind of sweets always available in the house but she isn’t fond of any of them. It was when she received her favorite after a long wait, her happiness increased manifold. This incident made me realize how just a little fulfillment of desire leads to immense happiness but there are people in the wo

This summer gave us an opportunity to experience the serene beauty of Europe, on an educational trip, with around 49  students and teachers. Undoubtedly, it is the epitome of exquisite beauty of nature. Austria, the land of Mozart and waltz, is indeed a medley of sparkling alpine lakes, majestic mountains, and elegant cities, with a rich cultural heritage and one of the highest living standards in the world. Italy has a charisma of its own that stays with you and Paris in France, of course, is suitably called the ‘fashion capital’. It being an educational tour, there was a lot to learn. Yes, the cleanliness and discipline that the people adhere to, makes Europe what it is. You can almost feel the nature breathe and relax amidst the flourishing infrastructure. The dependence on public transport and adherence to rules and regulation keeps the pollution in check and gives a classy decorum to these places. This experience was one of a kind for the students and beside the visual delig