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“My mother used to tell me that when push comes to shove, you always know who to turn to. That being a family isn't a social construct but an instinct.” quote by Jodi Picoult
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“My mother used to tell me that when push comes to shove, you always know who to turn to. That being a family isn't a social construct but an instinct.”

Jodi Picoult

About This Quote

Source Novel: Family Ties, 2015

Family is portrayed as an instinctual support system, not merely a social construct, highlighting deep bonds.

In simple terms: Family is an instinctual support.

Key Takeaway

Value and rely on family instincts.

Themes

family instinct support

Mood

warm reflective

Type

personal emotional

When to use this quote

  • family crises
  • emotional support
  • caregiving

Key Concepts

social bonds psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What defines family beyond blood?
  • How do instincts guide family decisions?
A Different Perspective

Family dynamics can be complex and strained.

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