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Acceptance Quote by Andrew Solomon

“Fixing is the illness model; acceptance is the identity model; which way any family goes reflects their assumptions and resources.” quote by Andrew Solomon
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“Fixing is the illness model; acceptance is the identity model; which way any family goes reflects their assumptions and resources.”

Andrew Solomon

About This Quote

Source Book: The No of the Family, 2012

Family models shape identity; acceptance builds identity, fixing treats illness.

In simple terms: Acceptance defines who we are.

Key Takeaway

Choose acceptance over mere fixing.

Themes

family identity health

Mood

thoughtful hopeful

Type

educational inspirational

When to use this quote

  • family counseling
  • support groups
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

systems theory psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does your family view illness?
  • What resources support acceptance?
A Different Perspective

Acceptance may be hard to achieve without resources.

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