Age Quote by Margaret Mead
“Sisters, while they are growing up, tend to be very rivalrous and as young mothers they are given to continual rivalrous comparisons of their several children. But once the children grow older, sisters draw closer together and often, in old age, they become each other's chosen and most happy companions. In addition to their shared memories of childhood and of their relationship to each other's children, they share memories of the same home, the same homemaking style, and the same small prejudices about housekeeping that carry the echoes of their mother's voice.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Coming of Age in Samoa, Margaret Mead, 1928
Sisters often compete in youth, but shared experiences and family ties foster deep companionship later in life.
In simple terms: Siblings rival early, bond later.
Key Takeaway
Value and nurture sibling relationships.
Themes
family
growth
relationships
Mood
reflective
warm
Type
narrative
observational
When to use this quote
- parenting
- family gatherings
- elder care
Key Concepts
developmental psychology
social bonding
intergenerational ties
Questions to Reflect On
- What practices strengthen sibling bonds over time?
- How do family traditions influence sibling closeness?
A Different Perspective
Sibling rivalry may persist despite shared history.
