Better Quote by Lorne Greene
“It's a sad commentary when children feel they can talK to a stranger better than their own parents and ask him to solve their personal problems.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: TV series “Bonanza” press tour, 1965
Children turning to strangers for advice shows a breakdown in family communication and trust.
In simple terms: Kids prefer strangers over parents for help.
Key Takeaway
Strengthen parent‑child dialogue.
Themes
family
communication
trust
parenting
technology
Mood
concerned
hopeful
Type
advisory
reflective
When to use this quote
- parent‑teacher meetings
- family counseling
- digital literacy programs
Key Concepts
generational gaps
social media influence
emotional neglect
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives children to seek strangers?
- How can parents rebuild trust?
A Different Perspective
May overgeneralize; not all children lack parental support.
