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“Children are given us to discourage our better emotions.” quote by Hector Hugh Munro
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“Children are given us to discourage our better emotions.”

Hector Hugh Munro

About This Quote

Source Short Story: The Children, 1912

Children are given to suppress our better emotions.

In simple terms: Children dampen higher emotions.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and balance emotional growth.

Themes

parenthood emotion growth psychology human nature

Mood

thoughtful analytical

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • parenting
  • therapy
  • self‑reflection
  • education

Key Concepts

developmental psychology literature philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do children affect emotional maturity?
  • Can they also inspire higher emotions?
A Different Perspective

May generalize experience.

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