Except when he has regressive tendencies, the child's nature is to aim directly and energetically at functional independence.
Independence is not a static condition; it is a continuous conquest, and in order to reach not only freedom, but also strength, and the perfecting on one's powers, it is necessary to follow this path of unremitting toil.
He who is served is limited in his independence.
No one can be free unless he is independent. Therefore, the first active manifestations of the child's individual liberty must be so guided that through this activity he may arrive at independence.
Human dignity ... is derived from a sense of independence.
Little children, from the moment they are weaned, are making their way toward independence.
The essence of independence is to be able to do something for one’s self.
The child's conquests of independence are the basic steps in what is called his 'natural development'.
No one can be free unless he is independent... In reality, he who is served is limited in his independence...
What we need is a world full of miracles, like the miracle of seeing the young child seeking work and independence, and manifesting a wealth of enthusiasm and love.