Children Quote by Chris Gardner
“I chose to embrace the spirit of my mother, who, though she had too many of her own dreams denied, deferred, and destroyed, she still instilled in me, her child, that I could have dreams and that I did have a responsibility and the power.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Pursuit of Happyness, 2006
Despite her own shattered dreams, the mother taught her child that dreams are possible and responsibility matters.
In simple terms: Dreams persist despite setbacks.
Key Takeaway
Pursue dreams responsibly.
Themes
family
resilience
responsibility
Mood
determined
reflective
Type
motivational
inspirational
When to use this quote
- career planning
- goal setting
- overcoming adversity
Key Concepts
motivation
dreams
parental influence
Questions to Reflect On
- What responsibility fuels your dreams?
- How can you honor your mother’s lesson?
A Different Perspective
Dreams may feel unrealistic.
