Normal, in our house, is like a blanket too short for a bed--sometimes it covers you just fine, and other times it leaves you cold and shaking; and worst of all, you never know which of the two it's going to be.
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Parents aren’t the people you come from. They’re the people you want to be, when you grow up.
Interpretation
What this quote means
True parenting is about inspiration and aspiration rather than biological connections.
This quote suggests that the essence of parenting transcends mere genetics or lineage. It implies that the individuals we look up to as role models shape our aspirations and identity, and that the qualities we admire in our parents guide our growth and development into the people we aspire to be.
Themes
ParentsRole ModelsGrowthInspirationIdentity
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about personal development, one could use this quote to emphasize the importance of choosing inspiring figures in life.
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