Teaching Kids to Care: Sarve Bhavantu Sukhinah
- myNachiketa
- Aug 6, 2025
- 3 min read
Have you ever thought about what it means to care for others? Imagine a world where everyone is happy, smiling, and helping one another. Doesn’t that sound wonderful? Spreading joy is like blowing bubbles—one small action can float around and make many people smile.
"Sarve Bhavantu Sukhinah" is a beautiful Sanskrit prayer that means "May all beings be happy".
myNachiketa presents Teaching Kids to Care: Sarve Bhavantu Sukhinah to explore how we can learn from this saying to be kind and caring.
The Importance of Caring
Caring for others is essential because it makes the world a better place. When you share a smile, a helping hand, or even a kind word, you are helping to create happiness around you. It can be as simple as helping your friend with homework or sharing your toys.
What does Krishna teach us about caring for others
In the Bhagavad Gita, Krishna Bhagwan teaches Arjuna the value of doing good without expecting anything in return. This selfless attitude is a beautiful way to learn how to care for others. When we help others just for the sake of kindness, we show that we understand the meaning of "Sarve Bhavantu Sukhinah." In the Bhagavad Gita, it is called "Nishkaam Karma".
Krishna also reminds us that every living being is a part of God, so when we care for others, we are showing love and respect to God too. This teaches us to be compassionate, kind, and thoughtful, just like a good friend to everyone.
Shanti Mantra/ Peace Mantra
ॐ सर्वे भवन्तु सुखिनः
सर्वे सन्तु निरामयाः।
सर्वे भद्राणि पश्यन्तु
मा कश्चिद्दुःखभाग्भवेत्।
ॐ शान्तिः शान्तिः शान्तिः॥
Om Sarve Bhavantu Sukhinah
Sarve Santu Niraamayaah
Sarve Bhadraani Pashyantu
Ma Kashchid Dukhabhaag Bhavet
Om Shaantih Shaantih Shaantih
Meaning:
May all beings be happy; may all be free from disease; may everyone see good and kind things; may no one suffer in any way, Om Peace, Peace, Peace!
This means that our happiness and the happiness of others are connected. When we wish well for everyone, we create a wave of kindness.
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Let's Learn How to Take Care of Others
Acts of kindness are little ways to make others smile—like sharing, helping, or saying kind words- they make the world a happier place! Let us learn about them:
Be a Good Listener: When your friend is talking about something that makes them sad, listen carefully. Share their feelings and let them know you are there for them.
Share Your Toys: When you have friends over, share your toys and games. This will make everyone feel included and happy!
Help out at Home: Offer to help your parents with small chores. You can dust furniture or help set the table. It’s a great way to show you care about your family.
Make Cards for Friends or Family: Use your creativity to make cards for your loved ones, teachers, helpers, and friends. A simple note of Thank You can brighten someone’s day!
Community Care: Help with community activities like cleaning up parks, planting trees, or visiting care homes. You see how kindness affects others.
Pray for Others: Pray for the well-being and happiness of your friends, family, teachers, community members, and everyone around.
A Short Story of Kindness
Once upon a time in a beautiful village, there was a little boy named Ravi. He loved playing cricket with his friends. One day, he noticed that a new boy, Vikram, was standing alone, looking sad.
Ravi remembered a lesson from his grandfather, who often said, "Sarve Bhavantu Sukhinah." So, he decided to take action.
Ravi approached Vikram and said, "Would you like to play cricket with us?" Vikram’s face lit up with joy! Ravi introduced him to the other friends. They welcomed Vikram with big smiles, and soon enough, the laughter and joy filled the air. From that day on, Vikram became a part of their special group.
This little act of kindness not only made Vikram happy but also filled Ravi’s heart with joy. He learned that when you care, you not only help others but also make yourself happy.
So, dear children, remember the shloka "Sarve Bhavantu Sukhinah" and practice caring in your daily life. Caring for others is one of the most beautiful things we can do. It makes people feel loved, safe, and happy—and it fills our hearts with joy too! Let’s all try to be kind, gentle, and thoughtful—because when we care for others, we help everyone grow.
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