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“Being a parent is such a difficult business; you don't always get things right. And also, you don't want to be a perfect parent... You need people to be human, and part of it is imperfection.” quote by Kelly Macdonald
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“Being a parent is such a difficult business; you don't always get things right. And also, you don't want to be a perfect parent... You need people to be human, and part of it is imperfection.”

Kelly Macdonald

About This Quote

Source Interview: Podcast "Parenting Unfiltered", 2022

Parenting involves navigating imperfection and avoiding the pressure of perfection.

In simple terms: Parenting is hard and imperfect.

Key Takeaway

Accept imperfection and be human.

Themes

parenting imperfection growth

Mood

reflective empathetic

Type

advice inspirational

When to use this quote

  • family life
  • childrearing
  • personal development

Key Concepts

humanity self‑compassion learning

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you model imperfection positively?
  • What expectations can you release?
A Different Perspective

Perfection is unattainable and can cause stress.

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