Delicate Quote by Haim Ginott
“To sense when a teenager needs understanding and when misunderstanding is a difficult and delicate task. The sad truth is that no matter how wise we are, we cannot be right for any length of time in our teenagers' eyes.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Between Parent and Child, 1975
Teenagers are unpredictable; adults cannot be perpetually right in their eyes.
In simple terms: Teenagers see adults as fallible.
Key Takeaway
Accept teenage unpredictability.
Themes
parenting
adolescence
communication
Mood
empathetic
patient
Type
advisory
supportive
When to use this quote
- family counseling
- school settings
- peer groups
Key Concepts
developmental psychology
empathy
relationships
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you stay adaptable with teens?
- What signals show a teen needs understanding?
A Different Perspective
Adults may overestimate their influence.
