When children teach us

As adults, in many cases we are mothers and fathers, and we are supposed to be the ones who teach our sons and daughters, or at least that's what we think.

But if we are honest with ourselves, this thought is a rather limiting thought, since many times it is they who teach us.

I don’t know if you have ever felt this way, but to me, children teach me to live in the present moment when they stop to watch an ant for ten minutes.

They teach me to truly forgive when five minutes after an argument they have already forgotten what made them so angry.

They teach me to be brave when they try new things without fear of looking silly.

And above all, they teach me to be a better person.

Because educating is not a one-way street. It is not only about passing on knowledge or values from top to bottom. It is a constant dialogue, a path walked together, where everyone, if willing, learns.

When my students or my daughter ask me "why are you sad?" it forces me to name and identify my emotions and, therefore, I am learning. When they tell me "this is not fair" they make me reconsider a decision and, therefore, I am growing. When they forgive me so easily, they are teaching me about generosity.

Children are not empty vessels that we must fill with our wisdom. They are whole people, with their own worldview, often clearer and more honest than ours.

This month I invite you to pay attention to everything your children teach you. To truly listen to their questions, to value their opinions, to learn from their way of living.

Because educating is also letting yourself be educated.

Until next month and may you “ThinkDeeply” a lot.