--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: As a son and as a father, there are still…" description: "\"As a son and as a father, there are still various things that I haven't done as well as I should have - that's my dilemma and regret.\" — Hirokazu Kore-eda" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/077/hirokazu-kore-eda-10913_dilemma_as-a-son-and-as-a-father-there-are-still_2339793.jpg" --- # As a son and as a father, there are still various things… ![“As a son and as a father, there are still various things that I haven't done as well as I should have - that's my dilemma and regret.” quote by Hirokazu Kore-eda](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/077/hirokazu-kore-eda-10913_dilemma_as-a-son-and-as-a-father-there-are-still_2339793.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/077/hirokazu-kore-eda-10913_dilemma_as-a-son-and-as-a-father-there-are-still_2339793.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/077/hirokazu-kore-eda-10913_dilemma_as-a-son-and-as-a-father-there-are-still_2339793.jpg) > “As a son and as a father, there are still various things that I haven't done as well as I should have - that's my dilemma and regret.” [Hirokazu Kore-eda](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/hirokazu-kore-eda/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Balancing roles as son and father reveals unmet expectations, leading to regret and self‑reflection. **In simple terms:** Regret over unmet parental duties. Key Takeaway Reflect, learn, and improve relationships. Themes family regret growth Mood reflective thoughtful Type advice philosophical When to use this quote - family gatherings - career decisions - personal development Key Concepts parenting self‑evaluation legacy Questions to Reflect On - What actions can you take to address past shortcomings? - How can you reconcile past regrets with present actions? 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