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Child Quote by Oscar Wilde

“Few parents nowadays pay any regard to what their children say to them. The old-fashioned respect for the young is fast dying out. Whatever influence I ever had over mamma, I lost at the age of three.” quote by Oscar Wilde
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““Few parents nowadays pay any regard to what their children say to them. The old-fashioned respect for the young is fast dying out. Whatever influence I ever had over mamma, I lost at the age of three.””

Oscar Wilde

About This Quote

Source Play: A Woman of No Importance, 1893

Modern parents often ignore children's voices, eroding traditional respect for youth, leading to loss of influence early in life.

In simple terms: Parents neglect kids, losing respect and influence.

Key Takeaway

Listen and value children's input.

Themes

family respect communication

Mood

reflective concerned

Type

advice observational

When to use this quote

  • parenting
  • education
  • family gatherings
  • child development

Key Concepts

generational dynamics authority social change

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can families foster mutual respect?
  • What habits preserve respect for youth?
A Different Perspective

Children's perspectives can be dismissed, limiting mutual growth.

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