Child Quote by Kathleen Norris
“We can't give our children the future, strive though we may to make it secure. But we can give them the present.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Gift of the Present, Kathleen Norris, 2015
We cannot guarantee a safe future for our children, but we can provide them with a stable, supportive present.
In simple terms: We can't secure the future, only the present.
Key Takeaway
Focus on nurturing the here and now.
Themes
parenting
mindfulness
future uncertainty
present care
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- family routines
- education
- financial planning
- emotional support
Key Concepts
existential risk
temporal ethics
psychological well‑being
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you enhance your child's present experience?
- What limits do you face in planning for the future?
A Different Perspective
Future security is largely beyond our control; over‑planning can cause anxiety.
![“[I]f you continue to rely on others for that security, you will never find it. You're a Prime, a woman, and a mother. Make yourself secure. Take charge of yourself. My circlework my be shaky and crooked, by it's mine. I taught myself how to do it by studying books and now I'm using it. I didn't…” quote by Ilona Andrews](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/a88/ilona-andrews-150_cybersecurity_i-f-you-continue-to-rely-on-others-for-t_998221.jpg)
