Child Quote by Ezra Taft Benson
“Mothers, take time to be a real friend to your children. Listen to your children, really listen. Talk with them, laugh and joke with them, sing with them, cry with them, hug them, honestly praise them. Yes, regularly spend unused one-on-one time with each child. Be a real friend to your children.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Teachings of Presidents of the LDS Church, 1972
Parents should nurture deep, genuine friendships with their children through attentive listening and shared activities.
In simple terms: Be a true friend to your kids.
Key Takeaway
Spend quality one‑on‑one time regularly.
Themes
parenting
friendship
emotional connection
Mood
loving
reflective
Type
advice
inspirational
When to use this quote
- family meals
- playtime
- school events
- daily routines
Key Concepts
attachment
active listening
emotional intelligence
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you create brief but meaningful moments?
- What barriers prevent you from listening fully?
A Different Perspective
Time constraints may limit consistent one‑on‑one moments.
