Ball player Quote by David Cassidy
“Kids need role models, whether it's baseball players, actors or musicians: people to bring a little positive light into their hearts and minds. We need to be a little kinder to those people because it's not easy being that role model, looked upon as something we are all incapable of being - too perfect.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Youth Mentorship Conference, 2018
Positive role models inspire kindness and hope, but they are human and need support themselves.
In simple terms: People need good examples, but they’re not perfect.
Support and appreciate role models.
Themes
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Type
When to use this quote
- school programs
- community events
- media representation
- personal mentorship
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Who can you thank for being a positive influence?
- How can you help role models feel supported?
Idealizing role models can create unrealistic expectations.