Important Life Lessons for Every Child
Important Life Lessons for Every Child
Swami Vivekananda a great social reformer and a source of great inspiration to me. His teachings are just true for everyone’s life.
His birthday – 12th
of January – is celebrated every year as the National Youth Day in India.
Simply said, the philosophy of Swami Vivekananda consists of eye-opening
lessons on life, love and, spirituality. The stories from the
life of Swami Vivekananda inspire us and tell us about his extraordinary
qualities. Talking to your children about these can help them deal with
the real-world challenges with great confidence and grace.
Here are some important life lessons or teachings
by Swami Vivekananda that every child must be taught.
1. Practice honesty – Teach children that it is important to tell
the truth and face the consequences for their actions. Being honest and true to
yourself and others, despite the outcome, is an important part of being a
successful individual.
2. Persist and Focus on the goal – Children should be made to understand
that no matter how difficult a task is if they put their heart and mind to it,
they will complete it successfully. To quote Swami Vivekananda, “Take up one
idea. Make that one idea your life – think of it, dream of it, and live on that
idea. Let the brain, muscles, nerves, and every part of your body be full of
that idea and just leave every other idea alone. This is the way to success.”
3. Believe in yourself– Many times people may not be willing to
listen or agree with you even when you speak the truth. During such times, it
is very important to stick to what you believe.
4. Do not discriminate – Show your children how the character
of a person is defined by his actions and not by his caste, religion or
economic status. Swami Vivekananda said that “the greatest religion is to be
true to your own nature.” Teach children to value and respect people based on
their actions and thoughts.
5. Face your problems with courage – Help children understand that everyone
faces troubles in life, no matter where they go or what they do and running
away never solves any problems. Teach them that they should face troubles and
deal with them. Whether in school, work or personal life, face adversity with
courage and deal with them instead of avoiding them.
6. Test before you Trust – Show your children how not to trust
anything or anyone blindly or take anything at face value. Teach them to study
and verify and think before accepting them as the truth. Encourage your
children to always try to understand the meaning behind what anyone says and
not take everything for granted.
7. Introspect and Reflect – Vivekananda said “Talk to yourself once in a
day…. Otherwise, you may miss meeting an excellent person in this world.” Teach
children to look into themselves, to introspect and reflect on their actions
every day.
8. Think Positive, Be pure and Do Good – Encourage children to think positive. Quote Swami
Vivekananda, who said, “Whatever you think, that you will be”. Teach children
to help others always without the expectation of getting something in return.
Help children identify any negative influences on the body or mind and to keep
away from them.
9. Take risks and learn from failure – Swami Vivekananda famously said, “Take risks in
your life. If you win; you may lead. If you lose; you may guide.”
Help children learn to assess and take risks and learn from experiences – both
wins and losses.
10. Never stop
learning – Parents should
understand that skill is what children need. Encourage your children to take
part in extracurricular activities, leadership programs, learn something new
and never stop.
Teach your
children about these apt philosophies that are very much essential in today’s
world!
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