Chosen-family Quote by David Levithan
““We’ve all done this —created our mix-and-match families, our homemade safety nets.””
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.
Embrace and nurture chosen support networks.
Themes
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When to use this quote
- LGBTQ+ community
- single parenting
- friendship circles
- online communities
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines a family for you?
- How can we support those lacking a safety net?
Not everyone has access to supportive chosen families.