You are 27 or 28 right? It is very tough to live at that age. When nothing is sure. I have sympathy with you.
Haruki MurakamiRead
Kids' hearts are malleable, but once they gel it's hard to get them back the way they were.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Children's emotions and perspectives can change easily, but once they become fixed, it is challenging to alter them again.
This quote by Haruki Murakami emphasizes the idea that children's minds and feelings are highly adaptable and susceptible to influences during their formative years. However, it warns that as they develop and solidify their beliefs and emotional responses, it becomes increasingly difficult to revert them to a more open and flexible state, highlighting the importance of nurturing and guiding young hearts at the right time.
Themes
ChildrenEmotionsDevelopmentGrowthEducation
In practice
Example use cases
In a parenting seminar discussing emotional intelligence, this quote can highlight the importance of nurturing flexibility in children's feelings.
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