Prior to reading this section, I would have grouped system and method together. I would have assumed that they were both structures which outlined the journey from point a to point b. That an educational system would be the same
a mother’s love
Well, here I am again. It has been almost a year since I last ventured to write a good narration on a good piece of literature. Since then, we’ve moved to a new state and my twins have become much
way of reason
narration of book 1, chapter 8 Reason is a wondrous things, isn’t it? The ability to work through a logical thought pattern and come to a conclusion, invent a new product, solve an issue. There is no part of our
way of the will
narration of book 1, chapter 8 The will of man is closely connected to his character and personality. It is by a constant functioning of the will that the character is formed, like fine metal being purified and beaten into
on the mind
narration of book 1, chapter 7 The mind may be considered the spiritual counterpart of the brain. Spiritual and physical, both organisms are necessary for the pursuit of knowledge. The physical brain is sustained by physical nourishment, a healthy diet
longing/love
After six and a half years of longing for a baby, the Father gave us two. Two precious, perfect little lives. I love my boys so much. They’ve made my heart and life feel so full. But during those six
instruments of education
narration of book 1, chapter 6 The first five chapters of the book have explored in detail some of the most devastating mistakes teachers and parents make in the field of education. Through undue play on influence, suggestion, or punishment
training of desires
narration of book 1, chapter 5 It’s easy to slip into the mindset that education is about academic achievement. That the goal of studies is to attain high grades, receive scholarships, gain power, or even maintain a place in society.
authority and docility
narration of book 1, chapter 4 Authority and docility are two essential elements in our lives: when balanced properly, they keep us in a healthy social orbit and provide structure and stability to our lives and relationships. These tools—authority and
love and justice
narration of book 1, chapter 3, part b In his Republic, Plato speaks at length of the musical training every child should receive. Not musical as in notes and melodies, but the harmonizing of the guiding affections of the soul.