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.”
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.
Choose acceptance over mere fixing.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- family counseling
- support groups
- personal growth
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your family view illness?
- What resources support acceptance?
Acceptance may be hard to achieve without resources.