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“The parents have not only to train their children: it is of at least equal importance that they should train themselves.” quote by Havelock Ellis
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“The parents have not only to train their children: it is of at least equal importance that they should train themselves.”

Havelock Ellis

About This Quote

Source Book: "The Function of the Family", 1917

Parents must educate themselves as much as they educate their children.

In simple terms: Parents need self‑education.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize personal learning.

Themes

parenting self‑improvement responsibility

Mood

thoughtful encouraging

Type

educational reflective

When to use this quote

  • Family meetings
  • parent workshops
  • self‑study groups

Key Concepts

Lifelong learning role modeling

Questions to Reflect On

  • What can parents learn to better guide their kids?
  • How do you balance self‑growth with parenting duties?
A Different Perspective

Self‑education can be time‑consuming and challenging.

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