Sage of Kanchi –

Pranams at the lotus feet of Sri Paramacharya!

Paramacharya emphasizes the practice of charity among children.  It is the responsibility of the parents to make the children understand the need for the performance of charity, God will not get pleased to see all the money earned used for individual purpose, they should learn the habit of helping poor, sick, physically disabled, serving the meal to needy, etc.. In this way they can earn piousness as well as happiness.  Children can collectively perform the deed of charity, planting trees, cleaning shelter homes, gardens, shrines, etc… this will cultivate devotion, morality, and sense of  responsibility among the children, mere remembrance of Lord would clear all the impurities, it will keep the children safe from bad habits.  Children should practice obeisance and prayer to Lord in the morning, evening and before go to bed, during the troubled times' devotion will work as supporting stick, it keeps us protected from falling prey to dangers.  Acharya highlighted the importance of discipline in adults, an adolescent is a crucial age, during this period their emotions goes beyond the limit, they often get familiarized with the new habits like smoking, usage of addiction-forming drugs, movies, politics, etc.. Parents should handle them with great care and compassion.  If they lose discipline and self-control, it will damage their future; eventually, it will destroy peace in the family.  The practice of devotion in the childhood years would be of great help during these hours, some may find peace in the devotional and spiritual services, they lean towards more spiritual and religious rites, it will keep them mentally strong with a whole new perception. They find immense pleasure in listening to religious speeches, legends of holy men, readings scriptures, and various charitable services.  They know how to strike balance between their studies and personal work.  Unfortunately, children who are not familiarized with any of these practices of devotion may find peace in the above-mentioned addiction forming habits.  It is essential to organize religious and spiritual conventions very often inviting more youths into this gathering, utilizing their physical help as well as allow them to share their thoughts; it will channelize the young minds into more fruitful ways, it will help the youth transform into noble personality.