Child Quote by Hector Hugh Munro
“Children are given us to discourage our better emotions.”
About This Quote
Source Short Story: The Children, 1912
Children are given to suppress our better emotions.
In simple terms: Children dampen higher emotions.
Recognize and balance emotional growth.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- parenting
- therapy
- self‑reflection
- education
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do children affect emotional maturity?
- Can they also inspire higher emotions?
May generalize experience.