Children Quote by Shefali Tsabary
“Children are way more articulate, way more connected to their rights, and they want to be fully participating, empowered members of society but we have to release and we have to let go. We have to allow children to enter their self-governance and their state of empowered presence.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Soul of Parenting, Shefali Tsabary, 2012
Children deserve agency and participation; adults must relinquish control to empower them.
In simple terms: Children need voice and power; adults must let go.
Key Takeaway
Allow children self‑governance and empowerment.
Themes
empowerment
child rights
parenting
Mood
inspired
determined
Type
educational
motivational
When to use this quote
- family meetings
- school councils
- community workshops
- policy advocacy
Key Concepts
developmental psychology
human rights
education
Questions to Reflect On
- What would happen if you trusted a child’s decision?
- How can you balance guidance with autonomy?
A Different Perspective
Adults may fear loss of authority, hindering empowerment.
![“[I'm a conscious parent when I] believe that my child is here to teach me as much about myself and how I need to grow, as I am here to teach them.” quote by Shefali Tsabary](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/016/shefali-tsabary-20212_believe_i-m-a-conscious-parent-when-i-believe-th_470317.jpg)
![“[I'm a conscious parent] when I stay away from fear-based control tactics - punishment, yelling and threats and I'm seeking more enlightened ways to create boundries with my child.” quote by Shefali Tsabary](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/88f/shefali-tsabary-20212_children_i-m-a-conscious-parent-when-i-stay-away_510315.jpg)
