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“Pushing them (children) into a career that is “practical”/ “safe”/ prestigious/ well-paying doesn’t count as help. It’s how parents satisfy their own needs.” quote by Lukasz Laniecki
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““Pushing them (children) into a career that is “practical”/ “safe”/ prestigious/ well-paying doesn’t count as help. It’s how parents satisfy their own needs.””

Lukasz Laniecki

About This Quote

Source Blog post: Parenting and Career Choices, 2020

Pressuring children into safe, prestigious careers serves parents' desires more than children's needs.

In simple terms: Parents often project their own ambitions onto children.

Key Takeaway

Support children’s authentic interests.

Themes

parenting career pressure individual autonomy

Mood

reflective concerned

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • career counseling
  • school guidance
  • family discussions
  • college applications

Key Concepts

self‑determination family dynamics societal expectations

Questions to Reflect On

  • Are you aware of your own motivations?
  • How can you help children explore options freely?
A Different Perspective

Children may lack exposure to practical realities of certain careers.

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