Air Quote by Janet Erskine Stuart
“Children with heaven in their eyes and an air of mystery about them, meditative and quiet, friends of God, friends of all, loved and loving and asking very little from the outer world, because they have more than enough within. They are classed as the dreamers, but they are really seers. They do not ask much and they do not need much beyond a reverent guardianship and to be let alone and allowed to grow; they will find this way for they are 'taught of God.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Spiritual Life of Children, Janet Erskine Stuart, 1935
Children who are inwardly content and spiritually attuned need little external validation, focusing on inner growth and quiet observation.
In simple terms: Quiet, spiritually grounded children need little from outside.
Key Takeaway
Foster inner peace in children.
Themes
spirituality
inner growth
childhood
Mood
calm
reflective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- parenting
- education
- spiritual mentorship
- child development
Key Concepts
Contemplation
self‑sufficiency
inner richness
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we nurture both inner richness and healthy external connections?
- What role does community play in a child’s spiritual growth?
A Different Perspective
Assuming all children are self‑sufficient can overlook their need for support.
![“Just between you and me, shouldn’t the World Bank be encouraging MORE migration of the dirty industries to the LDCs [Less Developed Countries]?... I think the economic logic behind dumping a load of toxic waste in the lowest wage country is impeccable and we should face up to that... I’ve always…” quote by Lawrence Summers](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/ac4/lawrence-summers-16940_air_just-between-you-and-me-shouldn-t-the-wo_4703.jpg)
![“[A]s you partake of the world's bill of fare, that's darned good advice to follow. Do a lot of spitting out the hot air. And be careful what you swallow.” quote by Dr. Seuss](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/da8/dr-seuss-1224_advice_a-s-you-partake-of-the-world-s-bill-of-f_6806.jpg)
