Calling Quote by Iyanla Vanzant
“Talk about your negative experiences with the father, with your girlfriends. Not with your children. And bite your tongue when it comes to diminishing, denying, dismissing, name-calling.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Self‑Help Seminar, 2015
Share hardships with peers, not children; protect them from adult conflicts.
In simple terms: Talk to adults, not kids, about problems.
Key Takeaway
Guard children from adult issues.
Themes
family
communication
boundaries
Mood
thoughtful
protective
Type
guidance
counseling
When to use this quote
- family gatherings
- therapy sessions
- online forums
Key Concepts
emotional intelligence
parenting
Questions to Reflect On
- What topics are safe for children?
- How can you model healthy communication?
A Different Perspective
Adults may struggle to keep boundaries.
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