My Montessori Journey

Ever Do What You Swore You’d Never Do? How I Found My Way Back to Montessori

July 7, 2025

Have you ever looked at your life and thought, “How did I end up here?”

If you’d asked me twenty years ago whether I’d become a Montessori educator—let alone lead an international Montessori school—I would have laughed. I was determined to forge my own path, to prove that I could be someone entirely separate from my family legacy.

You see, my mother was the first person to bring Montessori education to Taiwan. Growing up, our home was filled with conversations about child development, independence, and following the child’s natural rhythm. But as a teenager, I wanted nothing more than to do something different.

I studied other subjects, pursued other dreams, and tried to define success on my own terms. But life has a funny way of calling us back to what matters most.

When I became a mother myself, everything shifted. Suddenly, all those Montessori ideas I’d rolled my eyes at as a child started to make sense. I saw how my twins lit up when given the freedom to explore, the calm that came from a prepared environment, the deep satisfaction they felt when they did things for themselves.

That was when I realized Montessori wasn’t just my mother’s vision. It was a gift for every child—and every family.

The Power of Returning to Your Roots

Coming back to Montessori wasn’t just a career move. It was a homecoming.

I learned that sometimes, the things we resist most fiercely are the very things we’re meant to embrace. In my case, it took becoming a parent to understand the depth and wisdom of the Montessori philosophy.

Montessori is not a method confined to the classroom. It’s a way of seeing children as capable, worthy of trust, and full of potential. It asks us to let go of control, to honor each child’s unique journey, and to believe that true growth comes from within.

How You Can Embrace Montessori—Even If You’re Skeptical

If you’re reading this and thinking, “I’m not sure Montessori is for me,” I understand. I’ve been there. But I invite you to try one simple shift this week:

Observe before you intervene.
Before jumping in to help your child, pause. Watch. You may be surprised at what they can do on their own.

Simplify one space in your home.
Create a calm, ordered corner where your child can access materials independently.

Trust the process.
Growth doesn’t always look the way we expect. Sometimes it’s messy. That’s okay.

Your Invitation

If you’ve ever found yourself walking a path you swore you’d never take—know that you’re not alone. Sometimes, the unexpected journey is the one that transforms us most deeply.

I’m honored to walk this road alongside the families and educators who believe in a different way of raising children—one rooted in respect, curiosity, and joy.

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