Hindustan Times (Lucknow)

CHILDREN GIVE US LIFE LESSONS WITHOUT EVEN TRYING TOO HARD

- Vijai Pant (Inner Voice comprises contributi­ons from our readers The views expressed are personal) innervoice@hindustant­imes.com ▪

It is said that children are one of the greatest teachers of happiness. Their carefree attitude makes them happy most of the time. Even when they are sad, it is not for a long time. They do not hold on to negative feelings for long. They do not have big plans and enjoy their everyday life no matter what they are doing.

While adults look back at their childhood with nostalgia, there are many things which we can learn from children that will help us rekindle that happiness in ourselves. Have we ever noticed how children are always amazed at what they think to be life’s wonders? On the other hand, we get bogged down with life and its challenges, treating it as an ever competitiv­e, serious business. We should also take our life’s journey lightly.

We must not worry too much about criticism. This quality in children makes them accomplish tasks with relative ease. They enjoy the process as well as the accomplish­ment, making them perenniall­y happy.

We too must not fret about imaginary failures and what others would think and say. Finally, like children, we must always express our love with a free spirit.

Remember, while we try to teach our children all about life, it’s our children, who give us life lessons without even trying too hard. So, always stir those childlike passions and let happiness be your constant companion.

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