04-Parenting-2 Allow your child to think

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🌿 Every Parent is the Initial and Finest Educator! 🌿  

A sincere message to all amazing parents... 

Dear Parents,  

Let’s pause for a moment to contemplate something incredibly impactful: 

You were the first educator for your child… And the most significant influence on them will still be you.  

Even though textbooks, teachers, and educational institutions all play a significant role in determining how your child learns, the truth is that they spend a lot more time with you than with anybody else. A teacher may spend seven or eight hours a day with them, but as a parent, you are their friend, mentor, and counselor for the rest of their lives. Your influence goes beyond grades and subjects; it also entails shaping values, attitudes, and character.  

One-on-One: A Priceless Chance  

You have the advantage of direct interaction, unlike in the classroom, where a teacher must oversee multiple students simultaneously. Because of this intimate connection, you can truly comprehend your child's abilities, difficulties, and unique thought processes. 

Make time for conversation. Their inner world can be revealed through even brief but meaningful conversations each day. Ask them about their day, what they enjoyed, what baffled them, or what disturbed them. The foundation of learning is trust, which is fostered by these tiny acts of sharing.  

🔄 Lovingly Disciplining  

Youngsters might not always be right. However, it is essential to remember that they are continually learning. They will occasionally misbehave, act defiantly, or make mistakes. Expressing your dissatisfaction is acceptable as long as you do it with empathy. Avoid correcting them in a fit of rage. When everyone has calmed down, explain where they went wrong and why it matters. 

This method teaches them how to handle errors with grace, in addition to addressing behavioral issues. 

Develop Their Capabilities for Analysis  

The ability to think independently is one of the best gifts you can give your child.  

When your child asks you a question or expresses uncertainty, try not to respond right away.  

Encourage them instead by asking follow-up questions like:  

"What do you suppose it might be?"  

"Is there anything else you already understand that you can relate this to?"  

"What might happen if..."  

These subliminal cues teach their brain to reason, explore, and form connections. Real learning occurs when people's curiosity is piqued, rather than when answers are provided. 

If we only give them straightforward responses or cues, their thinking becomes stuck, and dependency develops. However, when we help them find solutions on their own, their creativity and confidence grow with every problem they tackle. 

👨👦 A Personal Perspective: My Inspiration, My Sons  

Allow me to share a personal story.  

I consider myself lucky to have two amazing sons, Abhishek and Aaswad. They have demonstrated an unquenchable curiosity since childhood, particularly in subjects such as science, mathematics, and computer programming. 

It has been a pleasure to mentor them, watching the light shine in their eyes as they grasp something new and tracking their growth, not just in terms of knowledge but also in terms of excitement. 

I am sharing some early photos that demonstrate how involved they have been in learning and experimenting since they were young.

💬 Let's Join Hands for a Better Tomorrow

Dear parents, I truly believe in your ability. You're doing great and can achieve wonders with just a little more involvement and awareness. Parenting and teaching are not two separate roles. They merge beautifully when done with love and intention.

This blog is a modest effort to create an informed and considerate community of parents and students.  We can all work together to create a better, more compassionate, and brighter world if we start with our own children.

📣 Share the Word

Please forward this message to other parents, educators, or anyone else who is concerned about the future of our children, if it resonates with you. Let us encourage one another to bring up doers, dreamers, and thinkers.

Additionally, I would love to hear from you!

👧 Send me an email at anil@7pute.com with your ideas, queries, or recommendations.

One child, one discussion, one idea at a time—let us change things. 🌟

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ANIL SATPUTE