Mothers Quote by John F. Kennedy
“Mothers all want their sons to grow up to be president, but they don't want them to become politicians in the process.”
About This Quote
Parents wish success for children but fear the political compromises it may entail.
In simple terms: Parents desire success, fear politics.
Key Takeaway
Support ambitions while discussing realistic outcomes.
Themes
family
politics
ambition
Mood
cautious
hopeful
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- college choices
- political careers
- public service
Key Concepts
parental expectations
career counseling
Questions to Reflect On
- What values guide your career path?
- How to balance personal goals with family hopes?
A Different Perspective
Political life can be disillusioning.
![“I wanted what she [her mother] had wanted, what we all want: everything. We want a mate who feels like family and a lover who is exotic, surprising. We want to be youthful adventurers and middle aged mothers. We want intimacy and autonomy, safely and stimulation, reassurance and novelty, coziness…” quote by Ariel Levy](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/f20/ariel-levy-7405_adventure_i-wanted-what-she-her-mother-had-wanted_1815090.jpg)
