Child Quote by Pamela Druckerman
“Teach your kids emotional intelligence. Help them become more evolved than you are. Explain that, for instance, not everyone will like them.”
About This Quote
Source Book: "Bringing Up Bébé" by Pamela Druckerman, 2012
Teaching children to recognize, label, and manage emotions, while understanding social acceptance, fosters resilience and personal growth.
In simple terms: Teach kids emotions and accept not everyone will like them.
Key Takeaway
Raise emotionally aware, resilient children.
Themes
parenting
emotional intelligence
growth
resilience
social skills
Mood
empathetic
hopeful
inspirational
Type
advice
parental
educational
When to use this quote
- family discussions
- school curricula
- coaching sessions
- conflict resolution
- peer interactions
Key Concepts
self-awareness
empathy
regulation
social cognition
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you model emotional intelligence daily?
- What strategies help children cope with rejection?
A Different Perspective
Children may resist emotional labeling or view it as weakness.
