Asking questions Quote by Angelina Jolie
“Usually people fall in love and everything revolves around the ritual of marriage, children are an afterthought. We did everything backwards. But sooner or later it will be the kids who ask us to get married. You know, they see films and start asking questions. Such as, 'Why are Shrek and his love Fiona married and you're not?'”
About This Quote
The quote reflects how societal expectations prioritize marriage before children, but eventually children may reverse that order by questioning why their parents aren't married like fictional couples.
In simple terms: Society often expects marriage before kids, yet kids may later question that norm.
Key Takeaway
Recognize that expectations can shift; discuss marriage expectations with children.
Themes
family dynamics
societal norms
parenting
media influence
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
observational
conversational
When to use this quote
- family planning discussions
- parent‑child conversations
- media literacy education
- counseling sessions
Key Concepts
social expectations
role reversal
media impact
Questions to Reflect On
- How do media portrayals shape our expectations of relationships?
- What conversations can families have about marriage and parenting?
A Different Perspective
Children may not always adopt the same expectations, and cultural differences can alter views on marriage.
![“These young-marrying, contemporaries or juniors of the Beat Generation, have often expressed themselves as follows: "My highest aim in life is to achieve a normal healthy marriage and raise healthy [non-neurotic] children." On the face of it, this remark is preposterous. What was always taken as a…” quote by Paul Goodman](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/670/paul-goodman-7755_beat-generation_these-young-marrying-contemporaries-or-j_1042873.jpg)
