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　子どもにかかわることは豊かな時間であるとともに責任が重く、その時々で様々な判断が求められます。一方で、子どもはただ守られるべき未熟な存在ではなく、それぞれ独自の視点や考えを持っています。子どもたちが関わる場面を見ていると、人間同士の生き様に心動かされ、自分の生き方にも大きな示唆をもらうことがあります。子どもと大人は対比的に語られることも多いですが、保育の場、そして社会も、人間同士がともに暮らし、向き合い、育ち合う場だと思います。そのような場の魅力を学生・大学院生の皆さんとともに探究し続けたいと願っています。その過程で、私の方も多くの気づきをいただきながら、互いに議論し考えを深め合う時間を大切にしています。

Working with children is a rich experience, but it also carries a heavy responsibility and requires making various judgments on a case-by-case basis. At the same time, children are not merely immature beings who need to be protected; they each have their own unique perspectives and thoughts. When we observe children in various situations, we can be deeply moved, and such experiences can also provide valuable insights into our own way of life. While children and adults are often contrasted, I believe that childcare settings, as well as society, are places where people live together, engage with one another, and grow together. I hope to continue exploring the charm of such settings alongside students and graduate students. In this process, I value the time we spend discussing and deepening our understanding, while also gaining many insights myself.