Many more of our young people have liberty to study mathematics and philosophy and the other arts of peace. But liberty is not quite the same thing as opportunity; the fact that young people are free to develop their abilities and talents in constructive ways does not necessarily mean that they will do so, unless they get help and support from adults.
I don't carry a purse when I fly because I have my Hello Kitty carry-on. I'm the biggest adult supporter.
I am sure you will agree that all children deserve time, attention, and love from the adults in their lives. These basic qualities are so much more valuable than the always-changing material and social concerns that can seem so important to young people.
I have come to believe that in order to thrive, a child must have at least one adult in her life who shows her unconditional love, respect, and confidence.
The first aim of the prepared environment is, as far as it is possible, to render the growing child independent of the adult.
The majority of my time working is with adults, so I have 'experience' without experiencing it.
Whether you're an athlete or a student, having an adult who believes in you and can give you advice and wisdom that is coming from a place of experience is an incredible asset to help guide you through your young life.
Every boy wants someone older than himself to whom he may go in moods of confidence and yearning. The neglect of this child's want by grown people . . . is a fertile source of suffering.
Behind every successful child is an adult who believed in him.
Children succeed when grown-ups care about them.
When children do not have three square meals a day, a proper education, and at least one adult who they know loves and is committed to them, it's very unlikely they will grow up to be productive citizens of the world.
To inspire children is my goal. Kids need adults to help them. Behind the success of a child is an adult.
It is incumbent upon all of us to build communities with the educational opportunities and support systems in place to help our youth become successful adults.
In fairy tales, the children are saved by caring adults. We need more caring adults in the lives of our children.
