Rebecca Manzi Teaching our children to recognize plants and how to heal with what the earth gives us will make them guardians of the life and health of the planet
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In a world dominated by logos and brand recognition, a surprising video brings to light a different and profoundly meaningful reality. A seven-year-old girl has demonstrated that she doesn’t recognize global brands like Apple, Nike, or PlayStation.
However, she does know far more important things: she knows which plants are which and what properties they have. The tepa, the matico, the myrtle-plants so full of natural benefits-are to her the symbols of wisdom and deep relation with the earth.
This video challenges us to doubt what is truly important in life. From the moment children can understand, they grow up being bombarded by advertisements day and night, which make them identify themselves with products of consumption. This young girl makes them remember the return to the important things.
Importance of teaching future generations real values
While knowing what brand produces the best smartphone or computer might be useful, it is of far greater importance and permanence to understand the healing properties of plants—how to use them to treat wounds and relieve muscle pain.
This child reveals an awareness lost by most adults: that nature is indeed our sustainer, but equally a wellspring of wisdom and healing. At a time when consumerism puts the latest gadget or the latest fashion at the top of every wish list, knowledge of plants and their use links us with an ancient heritage of respect for, and in harmony with, the natural environment.
The dialogue in the video is simple yet powerful. The girl confidently says “No” when asked about brand names, but her face lights up when she talks about tepa, matico, and myrtle, explaining their medicinal uses with ease. This contrast highlights how important it is to educate younger generations to recognize and value what nature provides rather than chasing fleeting symbols of status.
This video is a powerful reminder: Are we really preparing our children to know what truly matters? Maybe the answer lies in teaching children not just about brands, but also about the natural world around them—respecting it, understanding it, making proper use of it.
