We must never expect discretion in first love: it is accompanied by such excessive joy that unless the joy is allowed to overflow, it will choke you.
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For in those tacit understandings which maintain the bond of family union, the mother is really the mistress of her daughter only upon the condition of continually presenting herself to her as a model of wisdom and type of perfection.
Interpretation
What this quote means
A mother influences her daughter by being a role model of wisdom and excellence.
This quote emphasizes the crucial role a mother plays in shaping her daughter's values and character. It suggests that a mother's authority comes from embodying qualities of wisdom and perfection, which her daughter can aspire to emulate, thereby strengthening the family bond through mutual understanding and respect.
Themes
MotherDaughterFamilyWisdomRole Model
In practice
Example use cases
During a family gathering, you can share this quote to spark a discussion about the role of mothers in raising daughters.
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