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“What we desire our children to become, we must endeavor to be before them” quote by Andrew Combe
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“What we desire our children to become, we must endeavor to be before them”

Andrew Combe

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

To raise children with desired virtues, adults must first embody those virtues themselves.

In simple terms: Be the example you want your children to follow.

Key Takeaway

Model desired values for your children.

Themes

parenting modeling virtue children self‑improvement legacy

Mood

inspirational reflective responsible

Type

advice ethical parenting

When to use this quote

  • family education
  • personal development
  • mentorship

Key Concepts

ethics developmental psychology role modeling

Questions to Reflect On

  • What virtues do you model daily?
  • How can you reinforce them beyond example?
A Different Perspective

Modeling may be insufficient without explicit teaching.

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