Disappoint Quote by Boris Pasternak
“All mothers are mothers of great people, and it is not their fault that life later disappoints them.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Doctor Zhivago, 1957
Mothers often nurture talented children, yet they cannot control later disappointments.
In simple terms: Mothers raise great people but cannot prevent later letdowns.
Key Takeaway
Accept that some outcomes are beyond parental control.
Themes
family
expectations
disappointment
Mood
reflective
empathetic
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- parenting
- career guidance
- mental health support
Key Concepts
parental influence
life unpredictability
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you support loved ones facing failure?
- Can you separate love from expectations?
A Different Perspective
Parents may feel guilt despite their efforts.
![“You will meet their children through their eyes. One of the most poignant moments is when I asked each to describe the moment they found out their child had been killed. So this is a very personal side to each one of these mothers ["Mothers of the Movement"].” quote by Ed Gordon](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/55f/ed-gordon-28315_children_you-will-meet-their-children-through-the_2872721.jpg)
