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“Honestly, we'd probably be great parents. But it's a human being, and unless you think you have excellent skills and have a drive or yearning in you to do that, the amount of work that that is and responsibility - I wouldn't want to screw them up! We love our animals.” quote by Ellen DeGeneres
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“Honestly, we'd probably be great parents. But it's a human being, and unless you think you have excellent skills and have a drive or yearning in you to do that, the amount of work that that is and responsibility - I wouldn't want to screw them up! We love our animals.”

Ellen DeGeneres

About This Quote

Parenting requires skill, drive, and responsibility; it’s a demanding role that should not be taken lightly.

In simple terms: Good parents need ability and commitment.

Key Takeaway

Prepare and commit before taking on parenting.

Themes

parenting responsibility skill commitment

Mood

cautious realistic

Type

advice reflective

When to use this quote

  • family planning
  • career decisions
  • adoption
  • volunteering

Key Concepts

child development life planning self‑assessment

Questions to Reflect On

  • Are you ready for the long‑term demands?
  • What resources can you build before starting?
A Different Perspective

Even with love, lack of preparation can harm children.

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