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 Zen and Children: Teaching Kids the Power of 100% Participation

Have you ever heard of Zen?

Zen is an ancient practice of mindful awareness — seeing deeply into the nature of things through direct experience. Simply put, Zen teaches us to live each moment to its fullest.

In Japan, this philosophy comes alive through beautiful rituals like the Japanese Tea Ceremony, which unfolds in three mindful stages:

  1. Purifying the utensils — done with great care and respect.

  2. Serving the tea — a process that demands the full presence of both host and guest.

  3. Putting away the utensils — another act of mindful completion.

Each stage reflects Zen’s essence: being fully present, doing one thing at a time, and giving it your best.

  1. What Does Zen Have to Do With Children?

At Viby International School, we believe this ancient wisdom holds a powerful lesson for young minds:

 To get the best results, children must give their best efforts — always.

Whether it’s a classroom activity, a football match, or a simple art project, children learn that putting in 50% effort rarely brings success. True success comes when they participate fully, with focus and dedication.

Imagine a football match where one player doesn’t try their best — the whole team could lose because of that one gap in commitment.

2. The Rope Walker’s Secret: A Story to Inspire Commitment

To make this idea clearer, here’s a story we love to share at Viby:

A young boy, fascinated by the circus, was amazed by a rope walker who balanced high above the ground without a safety net. Curious, the boy asked him, “How do you do this dangerous act so easily?”

The rope walker replied:

“I see every walk as the most important walk of my life. I plan every detail — what I wear, what I eat, how I prepare mentally. When I’m on the rope, I clear my mind and focus 100% on my steps. That’s my secret.”

What a wonderful lesson for children — and for all of us!

 3. How We Bring This to Life at Viby International School

At Viby International School, we encourage every child to:

  1.  Give their 100% participation in academics and activities.
  2. Be fully present in the classroom.
  3. Understand that effort shapes results.
  4.  Build confidence through discipline and focus.

We aim to shape children who do not settle for ‘good enough’ but strive for their personal best — every single time.

 4. Final Thoughts: Let’s Raise Fully Present Achievers!

Zen reminds us that life is richer when we live it moment by moment, with full attention. When children learn this early, they grow up with resilience, focus, and the courage to give their best — always.

Ready to help your child grow with the right mindset?
At Viby International School, we nurture life skills that prepare children for a confident, committed, and fulfilled future.

Contact us today to know more about our unique learning environment and admissions!


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