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Children Quote by Camilla Gibb

“HOw do you protect a child from heartbreak? All I know is the egg wants to be held all the time, and perhaps if I hold her all the time she will know that she is loved in such a fundamental and profound way that when her heart is broken as an adult, she will not fall apart, will know that she is…” quote by Camilla Gibb
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““HOw do you protect a child from heartbreak? All I know is the egg wants to be held all the time, and perhaps if I hold her all the time she will know that she is loved in such a fundamental and profound way that when her heart is broken as an adult, she will not fall apart, will know that she is still loved and lovable.””

Camilla Gibb

About This Quote

Source Novel: “The Egg Keeper,” 2015

Protecting a child with constant love may help them feel secure, reducing future heartbreak.

In simple terms: Constant love builds security.

Key Takeaway

Provide consistent affection.

Themes

parenting attachment security

Mood

nurturing thoughtful

Type

parenting psychological

When to use this quote

  • childcare
  • education
  • family counseling

Key Concepts

psychology developmental theory emotional health

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance love and independence?
  • What does love mean to child?
A Different Perspective

Overprotectiveness can hinder resilience.

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