This packrat has learned that what the next generation will value most is not what we owned, but the evidence of who we were and the tales of how we loved. In the end, it's the family stories that are worth the storage.
Ellen GoodmanRead
I grew up in a family of strong women and I owe any capacity I have to understand women to my mother and big sister. They taught me to respect women in a way where I've always felt a strong emotional connection to women, which has also helped me in the way I approach my work as an actor.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Strong female figures in one's life can greatly influence respect and understanding of women.
In this quote, Ryan Gosling reflects on how being raised in a family with strong women shaped his understanding and respect for women. He credits his mother and sister for instilling in him the emotional connection that has positively influenced both his personal relationships and his professional career as an actor.
Themes
FamilyRespectWomenEmotional ConnectionInfluenceGratitude
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be shared during a panel discussion on the importance of family in shaping our values and relationships.
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