Available Quote by Martin Jacques
“In my experience, there are plenty of bad middle-class parents: those who put their own lives and careers before those of their children and make precious little time available for their offspring, preferring instead to hire in childcare and shower them with the latest and most expensive gadgets.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The New Global Class, Martin Jacques, 2008
Prioritizing personal ambition over family time harms children, often replaced by material gifts and paid care.
In simple terms: Parents focusing on careers can neglect kids, using gadgets and childcare instead.
Key Takeaway
Balance career and family, prioritize presence over possessions.
Themes
family
parenting
work-life balance
materialism
child development
Mood
reflective
concerned
Type
advice
observational
When to use this quote
- career advancement
- family gatherings
- parent‑child bonding
- childcare decisions
Key Concepts
parental responsibility
social class
consumer culture
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your work affect your family time?
- What non‑material ways can you support your children?
A Different Perspective
Material gifts cannot replace emotional presence and guidance.
