Why Introducing Traditions to Children is Essential in Today’s Digital World | Kavita Rajput
I’m Kavita Rajput, a psychologist and a Child Counsellor—and today I want to talk to you not just as a professional, but as a parent, a teacher, and someone deeply rooted in our Indian culture. We are raising a generation that knows how to Swipe before they can write, who can google every answer, but may never know the story behind why we light a Diya or Why we fold our hands to greet someone? In this hyper-connected, fast-moving world, where children are more fluent in emojis than expressions, I often wonder—are we forgetting to pass on the most beautiful inheritance we can give our kids? Our traditions. Our values. Our roots. You see, Indian traditions are not just rituals. They are woven with meaning. They teach us not just how to do things, but why we do them. Let’s take a moment to reflect. When a child folds hands to say ‘Namaste’—they’re learning respect. When they touch their elder’s feet—they’re learning humility. When they help decorate the house on Diwali or make...