Being a parent Quote by Peg Bracken
“It isn't surprising that many children consider their parents to be a little dim, and that they sometimes try to update them. The fact that they don't usually try too hard is just as well; a thoroughly updated parent is an unappetizing sight.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Parenting Humor Collection, 1975
Children often view parents as outdated; updating them is rarely effective and can be off‑putting
In simple terms: Kids see parents as old‑fashioned; trying to modernize them can be unappealing
Key Takeaway
Accept generational gaps and communicate respectfully
Themes
family dynamics
generational conflict
humor
Mood
lighthearted
thoughtful
Type
humorous
observational
When to use this quote
- Family meetings
- intergenerational workshops
- media literacy training
- humor in counseling
Key Concepts
social change
parent‑child communication
cultural adaptation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can families bridge generational gaps?
- What respectful ways update parents without alienating them?
A Different Perspective
Parents may resist change; children may feel frustrated
