Care Quote by Mary Wortley Montagu
“I wish you would moderate that fondness you have for your children. I do not mean you should abate any part of your care, or not do your duty to them in its utmost extent, but I would have you early prepare yourself for disappointments, which are heavy in proportion to their being surprising.”
About This Quote
Source Letter: Correspondence, 1730s, Mary Wortley Montagu
Advice to temper parental affection to avoid future heartbreak, while maintaining duty of care.
In simple terms: Balance love with realistic expectations.
Key Takeaway
Prepare for disappointment while caring.
Themes
parenting
expectations
emotional resilience
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
advisory
philosophical
When to use this quote
- raising children
- family planning
- emotional education
Key Concepts
attachment theory
anticipatory coping
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you show love without fostering unrealistic expectations?
- What strategies help accept inevitable disappointments?
A Different Perspective
Overprotective love can hinder child's independence.
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