Assumption Quote by Jane Addams
“Perhaps I may record here my protest against the efforts, so often made, to shield children and young people from all that has to do with death and sorrow, to give them a good time at all hazards on the assumption that the ills of life will come soon enough. Young people themselves often resent this attitude on the part of their elders; they feel set aside and belittled as if they were denied the common human experiences.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public address, Jane Addams, early 20th century
She argues that shielding youth from death and sorrow deprives them of essential human experience and growth.
In simple terms: Protecting kids from pain limits their learning.
Key Takeaway
Allow youth to encounter hardship responsibly.
Themes
growth
resilience
education
empathy
Mood
reflective
concerned
Type
philosophical
social commentary
When to use this quote
- Family discussions
- school curricula
- mental health programs
- media content creation
Key Concepts
Human development
existential reality
psychological maturity
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we balance protection with exposure?
- What experiences are essential for mature empathy?
A Different Perspective
Overprotective environments may cause emotional fragility later.
