Child Quote by Betty Smith
““The child must have a valuable thing which Is called imagination. The child must have a secret world in which live things that never were. It is necessary that she believe. Then when the world becomes too ugly for living in, she can reach back and live in her imagination… Only by having these things in my mind can I live beyond what I have to live for.””
About This Quote
Source Book: A Tree Grows in Brooklyn by Betty Smith, 1943
Imagination provides a private sanctuary that sustains a person when reality feels harsh.
In simple terms: Imagination is a mental refuge.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate imagination to cope with difficulty.
Themes
imagination
resilience
inner life
Mood
hopeful
reflective
Type
inspirational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- childhood development
- stress relief
- creative problem solving
Key Concepts
psychology
creative coping
mental escape
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance imagination with confronting reality?
- What personal “secret world” helps you endure challenges?
A Different Perspective
Imagination cannot replace practical solutions to real problems.
