Adults Quote by Philip Larkin
“Above all, though, children are linked to adults by the simple fact that they are in process of turning into them. For this they may be forgiven much. Children are bound to be inferior to adults, or there is no incentive to grow up.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Mower" (or similar) by Philip Larkin, 1972
Children inevitably become adults, earning forgiveness as they grow, but must be inferior to motivate maturation.
In simple terms: Kids grow into adults, needing patience and growth.
Accept growth as a process.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- education
- parenting
- career progression
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can society value youth contributions?
- What supports help children mature healthily?
Adults may resist acknowledging children's potential.