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Child Quote by Jaggi Vasudev

“When a child enters your life it's time to learn [not time to teach].” quote by Jaggi Vasudev
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“When a child enters your life it's time to learn [not time to teach].”

Jaggi Vasudev

About This Quote

Source Interview: Sadhguru on Parenting, 2015

Children should be welcomed as teachers, prompting adults to learn rather than instruct.

In simple terms: Learn from children’s fresh perspective.

Key Takeaway

Embrace humility, listen, and grow.

Themes

humility learning parenting growth mindset

Mood

thoughtful inspirational

Type

parenting spiritual philosophical

When to use this quote

  • family life
  • education
  • mentorship
  • personal development
  • community building

Key Concepts

pedagogy psychology spirituality

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we balance learning from children with providing guidance?
  • What does “not time to teach” mean in practice?
A Different Perspective

May overlook need for guidance and boundaries in teaching.

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