In L.B. Discovering the Inner Light, there’s a tender moment when L.B. meets a butterfly who sees her Light even through her insecurity and jealousy. That moment changes everything.
What if we raised our children to do the same for others?
To see the Light in a friend who’s having a hard day.
To remind a sibling of their strength.
Empathy begins when we recognize that everyone carries a Light inside. That Light might be hidden beneath sadness, fear, or anger, but it’s always there. And sometimes, all it takes is one kind word to help someone see it again.
Try this with your child:
Here are a few gentle prompts to help your child turn inward:
- “What’s something kind or brave you saw someone do today?”
- “Can you see how their fear might be causing them to act this way?”
Questions like these don’t just inspire reflection; they teach our children to notice the Light in others, even when it’s hard to see.
Because kindness isn’t just a behavior, it’s a way of seeing.
Let’s help our children see through the eyes of the butterfly.
And when your child forgets their own Light, gently remind them:
“The butterfly saw it in L.B., and I see it in you.”
Sometimes, all we need is someone who believes in what’s already within us.
“You have something special in you. And when you discover it, you will never want to be anyone else.” -The Butterfly, L.B. Discovering the Inner Light
