Thought for the Day

Eknath Easwaran's Commentary

Those who have children can become masters of patience, endurance, and steadfastness, because children will test you at every turn. Little ones are ruthless observers. When I see a five-year-old watching me, I feel as though Sherlock Holmes is on my track. I can almost hear him saying, “Elementary, my dear Watson. I can see the inconsistency between his word and deed quite clearly.” The way to make our children patient and loving is to be that way ourselves. When we are upset or agitated, the mantram can come to our rescue. By continually calling on the source of strength within us, we can make our lives an inspiring example to our children.