Dysfunctional Quote by Lee Smith
““In the parlance of today, our family was dysfunctional (is any family not?) I would never become an angel, or even a saint. Instead I would grow up wild, marry young, and settle down. We'd have two boys, forming our own dysfunctional family. We'd do the best we could. Then we'd divorce, and I'd feel "kindly nervous" myself. I'd remarry. I'd try like crazy. (We all do, don't we? We try like crazy.) My new husband and I would form our new, blended dysfunctional family.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: "The Book of Unknown Things" author interview, 2020
The speaker reflects on the inevitability of family dysfunction, embracing imperfection and continual effort to build loving relationships despite setbacks.
In simple terms: Families are often imperfect, but we keep trying to make them work.
Key Takeaway
Accept imperfection and keep trying.
Themes
family
resilience
growth
relationships
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
personal
narrative
When to use this quote
- marriage
- parenting
- blended families
- divorce recovery
- personal growth
Key Concepts
psychology
family dynamics
acceptance
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you define a successful family?
- What can you do to nurture love amid chaos?
A Different Perspective
Idealized family harmony is unrealistic; effort may cause lingering pain.
