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“I think that people have an instinct for a family. You look until you find a mother, a father, a sister, a brother. They don't have to be blood relatives. They just have to love you. And when you find them, you don't have to look anymore.” quote by Nancy Farmer
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““I think that people have an instinct for a family. You look until you find a mother, a father, a sister, a brother. They don't have to be blood relatives. They just have to love you. And when you find them, you don't have to look anymore.””

Nancy Farmer

About This Quote

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

Humans seek familial bonds beyond genetics, finding love and support in chosen family.

In simple terms: People look for love, not blood ties.

Key Takeaway

Value chosen family over blood.

Themes

family love belonging relationships

Mood

warm reflective

Type

personal philosophical

When to use this quote

  • moving to a new city
  • recovering from loss
  • building a support network
  • adopting a pet

Key Concepts

attachment theory social bonds

Questions to Reflect On

  • Who are your chosen family members?
  • How does love replace blood ties?
A Different Perspective

Chosen families may lack legal protections.

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