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“I always thought I should have been a better mother.” quote by Donna Karan
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“I always thought I should have been a better mother.”

Donna Karan

About This Quote

Source Interview: Business of Fashion, 2015

The speaker feels personal regret for not meeting her own expectations as a mother.

In simple terms: Regret about motherhood expectations.

Key Takeaway

Reflect on personal standards.

Themes

parenting self‑criticism expectations

Mood

reflective somber

Type

personal introspective

When to use this quote

  • family gatherings
  • parent‑teacher meetings
  • personal journaling

Key Concepts

self‑evaluation family dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you define “better” as a mother?
  • What standards are realistic?
A Different Perspective

Self‑criticism may overlook external factors.

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