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But, in fact, there is nothing that can bring you closer to fearlessness about everything else in the world than being a parent - because everyday fears - like not being approved of - pale by comparison to the fears you have about your children.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Being a parent brings profound fears that overshadow other worries in life.
This quote emphasizes the transformative experience of parenthood and how it alters one's perspective on fear. When you become a parent, the fears associated with caring for your children - such as worrying for their well-being and striving for their approval - substantially outweigh the typical fears one may have about personal acceptance or success, leading to a unique courage in facing the world.
Themes
ParentingFearlessnessCourageChildrenLove
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about the challenges of modern parenting, you might use this quote to illustrate the extraordinary fears that parents face.
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