Think of the universe as a benevolent parent. A child may want a tub of ice-cream and marshmallows, but a wise parent will give it fruits and vegetables instead. That is not what the child wants, but it is what the child needs.
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"Think of the universe as a benevolent parent. A child may want a tub of ice-cream and marshmallows, but a wise parent will give it fruits and vegetables instead. That is not what the child wants, but it is what the child needs." — Srikumar Rao #familyparenting
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Think of the universe as a benevolent parent. A child may want a tub of ice-cream and marshmallows, but a wise parent will give it fruits and vegetables instead. That is not what the child wants, but it is what the child needs. — Srikumar Rao
About Srikumar Rao
Srikumar Rao was a Educator from India (1951–present).
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Who said "Think of the universe as a benevolent parent. A child may want a tub of ice-cre…"?
This quote is attributed to Srikumar Rao, a Educator from India.
When did Srikumar Rao live?
Srikumar Rao lived from 1951 – present.
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