""Children are educated by what the grown-up is and not by his talk." - Carl Jung"
Sudha Murthy's Wisdom On Parenting And Kindness
Reading Sudha Murthy’s thoughts on parenting felt like a gentle reminder of what many of us already know—but sometimes forget in the rush of modern life. She speaks about kindness not as a “lesson” to be taught, but as a way of living that children naturally absorb from us. The way we speak to people at home, how we treat those who serve us, and the respect we show in everyday moments quietly shape our children far more than lectures ever could.
What stayed with me most was her emphasis on raising good human beings, not just successful ones. In a world obsessed with marks, milestones, and competition, she urges parents to slow down and model empathy, humility, and generosity. Simple acts—listening patiently, encouraging sharing, showing gratitude—become powerful tools in helping children grow emotionally strong and compassionate.
As a parent, her message feels deeply grounding: kindness begins at home, in ordinary moments, through our own choices. If we can create homes where empathy is practiced daily and values are lived rather than preached, we offer our children something far more lasting than achievement—the ability to navigate the world with humanity and heart. [read more]
What stayed with me most was her emphasis on raising good human beings, not just successful ones. In a world obsessed with marks, milestones, and competition, she urges parents to slow down and model empathy, humility, and generosity. Simple acts—listening patiently, encouraging sharing, showing gratitude—become powerful tools in helping children grow emotionally strong and compassionate.
As a parent, her message feels deeply grounding: kindness begins at home, in ordinary moments, through our own choices. If we can create homes where empathy is practiced daily and values are lived rather than preached, we offer our children something far more lasting than achievement—the ability to navigate the world with humanity and heart. [read more]
Reading Corner
Kindful Kids Editors
Title: Front DeskBy: Kelly Yang
Ages: 9-12
"Mia Tang has a lot of secrets.
Number 1: She lives in a motel, not a big house. Every day, while her immigrant parents clean the rooms, ten-year-old Mia manages the front desk of the Calivista Motel and tends to its guests.
Number 2: Her parents hide immigrants. And if the mean motel owner, Mr. Yao, finds out they've been letting them stay in the empty rooms for free, the Tangs will be doomed.
Number 3: She wants to be a writer. But how can she when her mom thinks she should stick to math because English is not her first language?
It will take all of Mia's courage, kindness, and hard work to get through this year. Will she be able to hold on to her job, help the immigrants and guests, escape Mr. Yao, and go for her dreams?" - Publishers
Be the Change
The Kindness Pause (5 minutes a day)
Once a day—at dinner, bedtime, or during a walk—pause and ask:
“Where did we notice kindness today?”
“Where did we struggle to be kind?” (Parents go first.)
No fixing. No correcting. Just noticing.
Once a day—at dinner, bedtime, or during a walk—pause and ask:
“Where did we notice kindness today?”
“Where did we struggle to be kind?” (Parents go first.)
No fixing. No correcting. Just noticing.
