Advice Quote by Harry S Truman
“The best way to give advise to your children is to find out what they want and then advise them to do it.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Advice to Children, Harry S Truman, 1952
Advocates listening to children's desires before guiding them, aligning advice with their goals.
In simple terms: Listen to kids, then guide them toward their goals.
Tailor advice to their aspirations.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- parent‑child talks
- mentoring
- career counseling
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you discover a child's genuine interests?
- What balance between guidance and autonomy is ideal?
Children may not know their true interests yet.