Family & EducationDear Next Generation: Insight From the AgesPriceless pieces of advice and sage wisdomSavePrintDear Next Generation, an advice column from readers to young people. Photo by ShutterstockDear Next Generation2/1/2023|Updated: 2/1/2023I have eight grandkids, all younger than the age of 5.Two pieces of wisdom:We had a problem loading this article. Please enable javascript or use a different browser. If the issue persists, please visit our help center.Share this articleLeave a commentDear Next GenerationAuthorAuthor’s Selected ArticlesDear Next Generation: You'll Get as Good as You GiveJun 30, 2025Dear Next Generation: Find a Tough-Minded, Caring MentorMar 30, 2025Dear Next Generation: Redeem the Time—A Message for My Young FriendsMar 30, 2025Dear Next Generation: ‘We all have power over the lives we create’Mar 30, 2025Related TopicsDear Next Generation