Children Quote by Lori Borgman
“You've developed the strength of a draft horse while holding onto the delicacy of a daffodil ... you are the mother, advocate and protector of a child with a disability.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: “Strength and Fragility”, 2019
Balancing resilience with sensitivity is essential when caring for a child with a disability.
In simple terms: Be strong yet gentle as a caregiver.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate both durability and tenderness.
Themes
caregiving
resilience
disability advocacy
Mood
empathetic
determined
Type
inspirational
practical
When to use this quote
- parenting a child with disability
- advocacy work
- support groups
- therapy sessions
Key Concepts
psychology
family dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you maintain your own wellbeing?
- How to set boundaries while protecting?
A Different Perspective
Overprotectiveness can hinder independence.
