When Kristen Fischer moved from America to India a few years ago, she did not expect her choice to form her children's lives deeply. Recently, Fischer shared a bright Instagram post that describes in detail why she believes that her children are ready to have a richer childhood in India compared to the US. She laid eight convincing reasons that, in her opinion, is the ideal environment for raising children.
“My children will benefit so much by growing up in India,” Fischer wrote. She emphasized eight different advantages that come from childhood in India, USA.
Among them is primarily cultural consciousness and adaptability. “Life in India will exhibit my children with a rich diversity of cultures, languages and customs,” Fischer explained. This constant exposure promotes openness and adaptability and equip them for prosperous in different environments.
It also emphasized the multilingualism as a significant benefit. “India is home to many languages and dialects. My children learn Hindi and will be exposed to many other languages next to English.” Fischer noted that multilingualism increases cognitive development, increases communication skills and improves future career opportunities.
According to Fischer, the third advantage is the global perspective of India. By meeting regional challenges and various social norms, her children develop her children into global citizenship.
Fischer also emphasized the durability and independence of life abroad. Adaptation to new school systems, local habits and everyday obstacles create their skills and personal independence from problem solving.
She noted that emotional intelligence supported various social interactions of India and explained that “to be exposed to various social standards and family structures in India will help my children develop higher emotional intelligence” to be more empathetic and socially aware of.
India's emphasis on strong family bonds is another key factor. Fischer appreciates the deep family context associated with the Indian society and provides her children emotional support and a deep sense of belonging, which sharply contrasts with the more individualistic culture of America.
In addition, Fischer quoted that the Indian socio -economic diversity teaches “the value of gratitude, simplicity and importance of what they have” offers their children the basic life lessons.
Finally, she stressed that India allows connection to global networks: “My children will create friendship with people around the world,” which can positively affect their future career.
