Most of us might get frightened by the risk of fall when we a child attempts such kind of balancing act!
But it is worthwhile t study the care with which their child attempts this gymnastic act. He supports himself with both hands, and his feet are firmly placed on the chair! His body posture although is precarious, he seems to be in control of his body! I feel that he is aware of the danger and takes abundant precaution to protect himself!
Such acts although can be indicative a particular pathological behaviour, what strikes me often when I see such acts by children is, to study the level of their ability cognitively!
One of the learning experiences of being with children for thirty-five years, who are developmentally challenged is to appreciate their residual skills, and not be carried away by the obvious!
There is more ability in every child than a hurried consultation or developmental assessment can reveal! These insights can come to us by meditating on children while observing them!
M.C.Mathew(text and photo)
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