Children raised with respect and inner direction tend to play well in groups, at times quite peacefully, each involved in her own project or involved with the other chidren.

Much harm has been done in the name of love, but no harm can be done in the name of respect.

We all need someone who understands.

Wouldn't life be easier for both parents and infants if parents would observe, relax and enjoy what their child is doing, rather than keep teaching what the child is not yet capable of?

As I say so often, “Observe and wait.” Sometimes you may even find out that what you believed the infant wanted was only your assumption. It is natural to make mistakes and easy to misunderstand pre-verbal children. Nevertheless, it is important to keep trying

Let the child be the scriptwriter, the director and the actor in his own play.

Focus on quality and ease of movement, not on the age a milestone is accomplished.