Child Quote by Lesa Howard
““Asking a parent not to be a parent is like asking the sun not to be hot or snow not to be cold.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Parenting Podcast, 2021
Asking a parent to stop parenting is as impossible as changing natural laws.
In simple terms: You can’t ask a parent to stop being a parent.
Accept natural roles.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- family dynamics
- childrearing
- personal growth
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we respect parental autonomy?
- What limits exist in influencing others?
Parents may resist change despite advice.