“We need to encourage our children,” he started his message in this caption. “I believe our young people are often more intuitive than adults in many areas. Those early passions many children possess should be nurtured and supported.”

 

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Knowles explained that his mother “support my every ambition,” even though his parents didn’t have a lot of money. He recalled his mother buying him a “set of encyclopedia books,” and credits that gift with the curiosity and encouragement that made him successful.

The father-of-two also reflected on his time on the basketball court.

“A few of my dearest friends today are some of the most notable NBA legends in history. My love for basketball started at a young age, and because it was nurtured, it has remained with me throughout my entire life,” he wrote.

Then he talked about how he and ex-wife Tina Knowles-Lawson approached guiding their children throughout their careers in the entertainment industry.

“When Beyoncé and Solange showed an interest in music at a very young age, Tina [Knowles-Carter] and I (who were already corporate professionals and entrepreneurs) didn’t attempt to downplay their passions,” he shared. “Rather, we encouraged them, we guided them, we supported them.As long as they took it seriously and strived to be the best they could, we were happy with whatever career path they chose.”

Knowles ended the caption by celebrating his daughters’ careers.

“The world needs more people who are connected to their inner ambitions and passions, and are surrounded by those who nurture them,” he said. “It’ll make the world a better place for us all.”

The Knowles sisters, of course, have become titans in the entertainment industry— both continue to define music, art and culture. While Solange lends her talents to composition and curation, Beyoncé recently broke the record for most Grammy Award wins at this year’s ceremony.