The Lesson of Respect
In a small town, there was a school where children were taught more than just reading and writing—they were taught about kindness, honesty, and respect. One day, their teacher, Miss Jaspreet brought a new lesson to the class. She held up a student's lunchbox and asked, "If I take this without asking, what is it called?" "Stealing!" the children answered in unison. "Exactly! And if someone takes your book or toy without permission, how do you feel?" "Sad!" one child said. "Angry!" said another. Miss Jaspreet nodded. "That’s because it belongs to you. No one has the right to take something that isn’t theirs. Now, what about our bodies?" The children looked at her curiously. She continued, "Just like no one can take your things without permission, no one can touch your body without your permission. Your body belongs to you. If someone touches you in a ...