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The Little Squirrel (Nanhi Gilhari): Small Acts, Lasting Impact

Welcome to Nanhi Gilhari: The Little Squirrel and the Power of Small Acts Nanhi Gilhari (pronounced "Nun-hee Gil-ha-ree") is a Hindi phrase from India meaning "The Little Squirrel" —a reminder that even small acts, offered with sincerity, can make a meaningful difference. By Hemendar Pusa A reflective learning space exploring stories, relationships, and everyday wisdom from across cultures. Welcome to Nanhi Gilhari Across cultures and generations, people have shared stories to make sense of life. Long before modern textbooks, podcasts, videos, and social media, families, elders, teachers, and communities passed on wisdom through stories, parables, folktales, and lived experiences. Many of us may not remember every lesson we were taught in school, but we often remember the stories that stayed with us. We remember the characters, the struggles they faced, the choices they made, and the values they helped us understand. Stories have a unique way of helping us reflect o...

Listening Beyond Labels: Understanding a Child Through NFF, ISBAA, and Purposeful Appreciation

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  By Hemendar Pusa Nanhi Gilhari — nurturing trust, listening, and growth through small mindful steps

Ocean in a Drop: Why We Must Stop Labeling Children

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By Hemendar Pusa Nanhi Gilhari — nurturing trust, listening, and growth through small mindful steps

Active Listening for Parents and Educators: Building and Protecting Trust Through Understanding

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By Hemendar Pusa Nanhi Gilhari — nurturing trust, listening, and growth through small mindful steps

The Tip of the Iceberg: Understanding What Lies Beneath a Child’s Behavior

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  By Hemendar Pusa Nanhi Gilhari — pausing before labels, looking beyond behavior

Before We Label a Child, Do We See the Human Being?

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By Hemendar Pusa Nanhi Gilhari — pause before labels, listen before judgment