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Child Quote by Angelina Jolie

“I have so many children. Half of mine are the ones that just must climb the tree, must climb the mountain, must get dirty, must jump off, flip into the pool sideways because it's just who they are. So you try to give them as much guidance and prepare them but they are who they are.” quote by Angelina Jolie
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“I have so many children. Half of mine are the ones that just must climb the tree, must climb the mountain, must get dirty, must jump off, flip into the pool sideways because it's just who they are. So you try to give them as much guidance and prepare them but they are who they are.”

Angelina Jolie

About This Quote

Source Interview: Vanity Fair, 2005

Children have innate personalities; guidance helps but cannot change their core nature.

In simple terms: Kids are naturally who they are.

Key Takeaway

Accept and nurture their true selves.

Themes

parenting identity guidance acceptance

Mood

reflective empathetic

Type

advice observational

When to use this quote

  • raising children
  • education
  • family dynamics

Key Concepts

nature vs nurture individuality

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you balance guidance with freedom?
  • What signs show a child’s true nature?
A Different Perspective

Parents may overstep and stifle growth.

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