Adults Quote by Kathleen Norris
“But in order to have an adult faith, most of us have to outgrow and unlearn much of what we were taught about religion.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Faith of the Unfinished by Kathleen Norris, 2015
Adult faith requires questioning and discarding early religious teachings to form a mature personal belief.
In simple terms: Mature faith needs unlearning old teachings.
Key Takeaway
Question what you were taught.
Themes
faith
growth
critical thinking
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- religious study
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
spiritual development
identity formation
Questions to Reflect On
- What teachings do you still hold?
- How can you honor community while evolving belief?
A Different Perspective
Unlearning can cause inner conflict and loss of community support.
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