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“When you've opened your heart to a child as you have to, there's always the fear that you may discover that the child is not viable. Losing that child is not a position you want to find yourself in.” quote by John Rhys-Davies
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“When you've opened your heart to a child as you have to, there's always the fear that you may discover that the child is not viable. Losing that child is not a position you want to find yourself in.”

John Rhys-Davies

About This Quote

Source Film: The Last Dragon, 1985

Opening oneself emotionally to a child carries the risk of loss, which can be deeply painful.

In simple terms: Loving a child can bring fear of loss.

Key Takeaway

Cherish love while you have it.

Themes

love vulnerability parenthood

Mood

anxious hopeful

Type

advice reflective

When to use this quote

  • parenting
  • adoption
  • fostering
  • guardianship

Key Concepts

attachment risk emotional investment

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance love and fear?
  • What safeguards can protect emotional health?
A Different Perspective

Loss may be inevitable despite care.

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