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“We’ve all done this —created our mix-and-match families, our homemade safety nets.” quote by David Levithan
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““We’ve all done this —created our mix-and-match families, our homemade safety nets.””

David Levithan

About This Quote

Source Interview: The Art of Family, David Levithan, 2020

Levithan notes that modern families are often self‑crafted, blending diverse relationships into personal support systems.

In simple terms: People create their own mixed families and safety nets.

Key Takeaway

Embrace and nurture chosen support networks.

Themes

family identity choice support diversity

Mood

introspective hopeful

Type

cultural personal

When to use this quote

  • LGBTQ+ community
  • single parenting
  • friendship circles
  • online communities

Key Concepts

chosen family social construction resilience

Questions to Reflect On

  • What defines a family for you?
  • How can we support those lacking a safety net?
A Different Perspective

Not everyone has access to supportive chosen families.

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