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Children Quote by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

“We cannot fashion our children after our desires, we must have them and love them as God has given them to us.” quote by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
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“We cannot fashion our children after our desires, we must have them and love them as God has given them to us.”

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

About This Quote

Children should be accepted and loved as they are, not as we wish them to be.

In simple terms: Love children for who they are.

Key Takeaway

Embrace authentic love for children.

Themes

parenthood acceptance unconditional love

Mood

warm thoughtful

Type

advisory inspirational

When to use this quote

  • family life
  • adoption
  • education

Key Concepts

psychology ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you practice unconditional love?
  • What expectations hinder authentic acceptance?
A Different Perspective

Ideal love may clash with personal expectations.

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