I will follow my logic, no matter where it goes, after it has consulted with my heart. If you ever come to a conclusion without calling the heart in, you will come to a bad conclusion.
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When your little child tells a lie, do not rush at him as though the world were about to go into bankruptcy. Be honest with him. A tyrant father will have liars for his children; do you know that? A lie is born of tyranny upon the one hand and weakness upon the other, and when you rush at a poor little boy with a club in your hand, of course he lies.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Approach a child's mistakes with understanding rather than aggression to nurture honesty.
In this quote, Robert Green Ingersoll emphasizes the importance of fostering a nurturing environment for children. When a child lies, it is often a response to fear or pressure rather than an inherent desire to deceive. By responding with kindness and honesty instead of aggression, parents can cultivate trust and openness, leading to stronger relationships and honest communication. The quote highlights the need for gentle parenting and understanding of childhood behavior.
Themes
ParentingHonestyChildrenCommunicationTrust
In practice
Example use cases
During a parenting workshop, when discussing how to encourage honesty in children.
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