There are no perfect parents, teachers, or people.

However, there are choices, mistakes, and—most importantly—opportunities to learn, evolve, and become better. In the book "What I Learned from Children," educator, mother, and volunteer Elisavet Kripa empathetically shares her experiences and shows us how to communicate meaningfully with our children, overcome guilt, and become their companions without losing ourselves. Through personal stories and practical advice, this book does not provide ready-made answers—but offers the tools to find our own. It is a continuous journey of self-improvement, inviting us to change ourselves and the world around us. This book illuminates the paths leading to a deeper connection with our children and ourselves. It will inspire you, motivate you, and give you the strength to change what needs to be changed—with love, empathy, and care. Because life, as is generally the case, is not and does not have ready-made solutions. It is the journey you choose to make.

Life has no map. You chart the course!

What they said about the book:

"I have the blessing of knowing Elisavet well since we worked closely to establish YES I CAN, an initiative for a new breath in education. Dynamic, tireless, full of willingness and passion, an excellent mother and educator. If we had enough Elisavets around us, we would surely live in a much better world. I had the honor to read this particular book of hers among the first and I consider it by far her best." – Stefanos Xenakis, author

"After many hundreds of visits and presentations in Greek schools in our country and abroad and after thousands of speeches to young and old, it is really difficult to remember faces and moments. Or, rather, to put it better, I remember faces and moments that left a mark on my heart, were imprinted in my mind, and hid in my soul. Elisavet is one of those faces and some of those moments. Rarely do you meet educators and mothers who find it difficult to prioritize one of these two roles. Is it easy? Not at all. Is it rare? Very. And for that, I thank you, Elisavet. Not only for what has passed, but for the miles that await us ahead." – Nikos Michalopoulos, author

"Elisavet Kripa is a person whom, once you meet, you cannot help but admire. As an educator, she always gives that extra something for the children and education. As a volunteer, she tirelessly offers, leaving a positive mark on society. As a mother, she is a healthy role model, not only for her own children but for all the children of the world. I look forward to seeing her light reflected in the pages of her book."

– Lakis Argyrou, author