Skip to content

Quote by John Bowlby

“We do as we have been done by.” quote by John Bowlby
Download Open image
““We do as we have been done by.””

John Bowlby

About This Quote

People tend to repeat the treatment they have received, often unconsciously.

In simple terms: We mirror how we were treated.

Key Takeaway

Break cycles of past influence.

Themes

psychology behavior inheritance

Mood

analytical thoughtful

Type

psychological inspirational

When to use this quote

  • family dynamics
  • workplace interactions
  • education

Key Concepts

attachment theory social learning

Questions to Reflect On

  • What patterns from your past repeat?
  • How can you change them?
A Different Perspective

Changing ingrained patterns is difficult.

2.3 out of 5 (8 ratings)

More by John Bowlby

Explore all 14 John Bowlby quotes