Age Quote by Charles Darwin
“The young blush much more freely than the old but not during infancy, which is remarkable, as we know that infants at a very early age redden from passion.”
About This Quote
Source Letter: Correspondence on Human Development, 1865
Youth shows freer emotional expression than elders, yet infants display intense passion even before mature social behavior.
In simple terms: Young people express emotions openly; infants feel strong feelings early.
Key Takeaway
Recognize emotional development stages.
Themes
development
emotion
psychology
growth
biology
Mood
observational
insightful
Type
theoretical
educational
When to use this quote
- Parenting
- education
- mental health counseling
Key Concepts
Emotional regulation
developmental stages
social norms
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives early emotional intensity?
- How does society shape emotional expression across ages?
A Different Perspective
Infant emotional displays may be misinterpreted as lack of control.
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