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“I feel very lucky to have grown up having interaction with adults who were making change but who were far from perfect beings. That feeling of not being paralyzed by your incredible inadequacy as a human being, which I feel every day, is a part of the legacy that I've gotten from so many of the…” quote by Marian Wright Edelman
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“I feel very lucky to have grown up having interaction with adults who were making change but who were far from perfect beings. That feeling of not being paralyzed by your incredible inadequacy as a human being, which I feel every day, is a part of the legacy that I've gotten from so many of the adult elders.”

Marian Wright Edelman

About This Quote

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

Growing up with imperfect but active adults fosters resilience and a sense of agency.

In simple terms: Learning from flawed adults builds confidence and purpose.

Key Takeaway

Value mentors despite their imperfections.

Themes

mentorship resilience growth humanity

Mood

inspirational hopeful

Type

educational motivational

When to use this quote

  • education
  • community work
  • personal development
  • leadership

Key Concepts

role models legacy building

Questions to Reflect On

  • What qualities do you admire in mentors?
  • How do you handle their flaws?
A Different Perspective

Idealizing mentors can create unrealistic expectations.

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