Born Quote by Etgar Keret
“Even as a very young man, I knew that my family is like a plant. Uproot it, and it will wilt. Pluck away at it, and it will die. But leave it to thrive in the soil, untouched, and it will weather both gods and winds. It is born with the soil, and it will live so long as the soil shall live.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Seven Good Years, Etgar Keret, 2012
Family is a living support system that thrives when nurtured and suffers when damaged.
In simple terms: Family needs care to survive.
Key Takeaway
Nurture family relationships.
Themes
family
support
resilience
growth
interdependence
Mood
warm
reflective
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- parenting
- elder care
- family gatherings
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
social bonds
attachment theory
ecosystem metaphor
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you show appreciation for your family?
- What habits strengthen family bonds?
A Different Perspective
If family members are neglected, the support can erode.
