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Children Quote by Adele Faber

“Let us be different in our homes. Let us realize that along with food, shelter, and clothing, we have another obligation to our children, and that is to affirm their "rightness." The whole world will tell them what's wrong with them--out loud and often. Our job is to let our children know what's…” quote by Adele Faber
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“Let us be different in our homes. Let us realize that along with food, shelter, and clothing, we have another obligation to our children, and that is to affirm their "rightness." The whole world will tell them what's wrong with them--out loud and often. Our job is to let our children know what's right about them.”

Adele Faber

About This Quote

Source Book: Sibling Rivalry, 1999

Parents should affirm children's inherent worth, counteracting societal negativity.

In simple terms: Parents must affirm children's rightness despite external criticism.

Key Takeaway

Consistently affirm your child's strengths.

Themes

parenting selfesteem affirmation societal pressure

Mood

supportive encouraging

Type

guidance inspirational

When to use this quote

  • family meals
  • school interactions
  • media consumption
  • peer groups

Key Concepts

psychology developmental health

Questions to Reflect On

  • What daily affirmations can you share?
  • How do you model self‑acceptance for your kids?
A Different Perspective

Children may internalize negative messages despite affirmations.

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