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“All children should be loved, protected, nurtured --emotionally and intellectually-- respected, and never, under any circumstances, underestimated.” quote by Augusten Burroughs
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“All children should be loved, protected, nurtured --emotionally and intellectually-- respected, and never, under any circumstances, underestimated.”

Augusten Burroughs

About This Quote

Source Interview: The Art of Living, 2012

Children need love, protection, emotional and intellectual nurturing, respect, and never be underestimated.

In simple terms: Children deserve love, respect, and full support.

Key Takeaway

Provide consistent love, respect, and encouragement.

Themes

parenting emotional intelligence respect

Mood

caring protective

Type

advice parenting

When to use this quote

  • family life
  • education
  • mental health
  • childcare

Key Concepts

child development psychology selfesteem

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you show respect for a child's intellect?
  • What signs indicate a child feels underestimated?
A Different Perspective

Underestimating a child can limit their potential.

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