Child Quote by Augusten Burroughs
““All children should be loved, protected, nurtured--emotionally and intellectually--respected, and never, under any circumstances, underestimated. Especially, most essentially, by themselves.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Running with Scissors by Augusten Burroughs, 2002
Children need unconditional love, safety, intellectual stimulation, respect, and self‑belief; underestimating them harms development.
In simple terms: Kids deserve love, protection, respect, and confidence.
Cultivate supportive environments for children.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- parenting
- education
- mental health counseling
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can adults model self‑respect for kids?
- What barriers prevent children from believing in themselves?
Children may internalize low expectations despite external support.