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“If you focus all of your emotional passion on your children and you neglect the relationship that brought that family into existence... eventually, things can go really, really wrong,” quote by Ayelet Waldman
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“If you focus all of your emotional passion on your children and you neglect the relationship that brought that family into existence... eventually, things can go really, really wrong,”

Ayelet Waldman

About This Quote

Neglecting the partnership that created a family can damage relationships and overall family health.

In simple terms: Ignore partnership, risk family breakdown.

Key Takeaway

Nurture both partnership and parenting.

Themes

family relationships balance

Mood

thoughtful cautionary

Type

advice relationship

When to use this quote

  • marriage counseling
  • parenting
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

psychology family dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can couples keep their bond strong while parenting?
  • What signs indicate partnership neglect?
A Different Perspective

Focusing solely on children may overlook spousal needs.

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