Parents and Teachers — Our Truest Friends and Guiding Lights

Dr.Ruhail Choudhury

As children grow, they begin to discover the world with their own minds and hearts. The desire for independence and individuality is natural — it marks the beautiful journey from childhood to adulthood. Yet, in this process of self-discovery, many young hearts often forget that behind every step they take stand two unwavering pillars of love and wisdom — their parents and teachers.

In today’s fast-changing world, where modern lifestyles, social media, and global influences shape our thoughts, respect for parents and teachers is, sadly, diminishing. Whether in a humble village patshala or a modern international school, some young students find amusement in mocking or disregarding their mentors. Likewise, the deep reverence once naturally felt for parents has weakened, replaced by impatience and misunderstanding.

But life, with all its lessons, eventually brings everyone to realize the truth — that no one understands us better than our parents, and no one wishes for our success more genuinely than our teachers. Parents may not always fulfill every desire, but their every action stems from love, sacrifice, and concern. Teachers may seem strict or demanding, but behind every correction lies their wish to see us rise higher.

Sadly, this realization often comes too late — when the moments to apologize or express gratitude have already passed.

Our schools may not teach this as a subject, yet it is among life’s most vital lessons: those who guide, nurture, and correct us are, in truth, our greatest well-wishers. If we look beyond our youthful pride and listen with our hearts, we will see that our parents and teachers are not obstacles in our path, but the very light that shows us the way forward.