This discourse by Sri Sathya Sai Baba emphasizes:
The sacred role of the mother as the first teacher
Truth (Sathya), Righteousness (Dharma), and Character
Gratitude, humility, and good conduct
Selfless living over selfish indulgence
The discourse highlights that the mother teaches a child how to speak, think, and behave.
Applied today:
The same guidance must extend to technology use.
Children should learn:
What is right to share
What is wrong with viewing or spreading
How to behave respectfully online
👉 Just as speech is taught, digital speech must also be taught.
A core teaching is the value of truthfulness from childhood.
In social media:
Do not share false information, rumors, or manipulated content
Avoid exaggeration or misleading posts
Be honest in identity and communication
👉 Truth in words becomes truth in posts and shares.
The discourse stresses character and right conduct (sadachara).
Online, this means:
No abusive language, trolling, or disrespect
No content that harms others’ dignity
Maintain decency in what you watch and share
👉 Your online behavior reflects your character.
Deep reverence for the mother is a central message.
In today’s context:
Do not use technology in ways that would disrespect your upbringing
Avoid content that dishonors family values
Treat others with the same respect you owe your mother
👉 If it goes against respect, it goes against values.
The discourse teaches gratitude toward the mother and what we receive in life.
Digital application:
Do not misuse the privilege of technology
Avoid wasting time in harmful or meaningless consumption
Use it in ways that justify the opportunities you’ve been given
👉 Use technology with awareness, not carelessness.
Humility and simplicity are emphasized.
On social media:
Avoid showing off wealth, status, or superiority
Do not seek attention or validation
Stay grounded regardless of visibility
👉 True worth is in character, not online image.
The discourse calls for children to grow into noble, value-based individuals.
Today this means:
Be responsible in what you create and consume
Do not contribute to negativity or harm
Stand for truth and good conduct online
👉 A noble person today is a responsible digital user.
Following this discourse in the digital age means:
Learn values at home and apply them online
Speak truth → Share truth
Practice good conduct → Post responsibly
Respect mother → Respect everyone
Live humbly → Avoid digital ego
The mother shapes the child’s character.
Technology reveals that character to the world.
Sri Sathya Sai Baba and His mother, Easwaramma