Children Quote by Elizabeth M. Ellis
““By the time children are in their teens, two new skills are added to this repertoire. One is the ability to manage strong, negative emotions such as anger, fear, jealousy, and rejection. The other problem-solving skill is the ability to see a situation through the eyes of another person. The researchers called this skill “role-taking ability,” but we could just as easily call it compassion or empathy. Though all these skills described so far were important, it was this factor, more than any of the others, that separated successful teenagers””
About This Quote
Source Article: Developmental Psychology Review, 2015
Successful teenagers excel because they master emotional regulation and perspective‑taking, which together foster empathy and effective problem‑solving.
In simple terms: Teens succeed by controlling emotions and understanding others.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate emotional control and empathy.
Themes
adolescence
emotional intelligence
empathy
success
Mood
reflective
optimistic
Type
advisory
educational
When to use this quote
- school counseling
- parental guidance
- peer mediation
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
role‑taking
self‑regulation
social cognition
Questions to Reflect On
- How can schools teach empathy effectively?
- What barriers prevent teens from managing strong emotions?
A Different Perspective
Emotional control alone may not guarantee success without supportive environments.
