Photos: 8 New-Age, Inspiring Parenting Lessons From Sudha Murthy

Think before you act : “What parents do, influences children.”

Think beyond money : “Teach children that money doesn’t make a person extraordinary.”

Everyone dreams different:  “Don’t put your dreams in your child’s mind, because every child is born with his or her own aspirations.”

Talk, talk, talk:  “Spend time with the child in a constructive conversation. Examine and talk to them about everything.”

Delaying’ is the key : “When a child asks for something, don’t give it immediately. Find out if it’s really needed or not.”

Books over gadgets : “Teach them the advantages of reading instead of spending time on gadgets. And discuss those.”