Episode 9 - Supporting Child Development in Today's World | Nevin Jose Victor

In this episode of 42 Podcatcher, we sit down with Nevin Victor, Director of Teddy Buddies School, an alumnus and mechanical engineer of the prestigious NIT, Trichy, who later pursued counselling at TISS, Mumbai. He has varied experience in the industry, youth counselling, and running a school with a strong parent community with over 1,000 members and growing. Teddy Buddies is a progressive, relationship-driven school that redefines education by focusing on the holistic development of each child and empowering positive parenting. Rooted in global standards, we nurture emotional, intellectual, and physical growth to create a joyful, empowering real-life learning experience. At Teddy Buddies, education goes beyond the books—it's about fostering creativity, curiosity, and compassion while supporting parents in raising confident, well-rounded individuals ready to thrive in the world. Discover actionable advice on screen time balance, creative ways to engage children while managing daily responsibilities, and nurturing their emotional intelligence for lifelong resilience. We explore the impact of nutrition on development, including eye-opening truths about the sugar industry, and the importance of modelling a healthy lifestyle. Through engaging examples like crafting stories from real-life experiences and using games to spark quality conversations, we discuss how to instil critical reading, writing, and communication skills. From guiding children in making meaningful career choices to introducing them to spiritual practices for inner peace, this episode offers a treasure trove of ideas to enrich young minds. If you're curious about fostering joy, motivation, and action-oriented thinking in children, this conversation is a must-listen! Whether you're a parent, educator, or simply passionate about child development, you’ll find plenty of valuable takeaways.