Condescend Quote by Laura Moriarty
“The young can exasperate, of course, and frighten, and condescend, and insult, and cut you with their still unrounded edges. But they can also drag you, as you protest and scold and try to pull away, right up to the window of the future, and even push you through.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Unknown, contemporary literary fiction
Youthful impulsiveness can both irritate and propel older generations toward future possibilities.
In simple terms: Young people can push elders forward.
Key Takeaway
Embrace youthful challenges.
Themes
growth
intergenerational
change
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- career mentorship
- family dynamics
- personal development
Key Concepts
learning
risk
future potential
Questions to Reflect On
- How can elders guide without stifling youth?
- What future doors does youthful disruption open?
A Different Perspective
Youth may lack experience, causing conflict.
![“[Young people] are much less likely to express attitudes that defied us between us and them. They see themselves as part of a global economy that they can navigate successfully.” quote by Barack Obama](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/983/barack-obama-17_attitude_young-people-are-much-less-likely-to-exp_992290.jpg)
