Children Quote by Po Bronson & Ashley Merryman
““In taking our marital arguments upstairs to avoid exposing the children to strife, we accidentally deprived them of chances to witness how two people who care about each other can work out their differences in a calm and reasoned way.””
About This Quote
Source Article: Parenting Strategies, 2015
Keeping conflicts private deprives children of learning conflict resolution from caring adults.
In simple terms: Kids miss seeing calm dispute resolution.
Key Takeaway
Model respectful disagreement.
Themes
parenting
conflict resolution
family dynamics
communication
emotional intelligence
Mood
thoughtful
empathetic
Type
educational
practical
When to use this quote
- family meals
- school settings
- therapy sessions
- community workshops
Key Concepts
developmental psychology
social learning
Questions to Reflect On
- How can families discuss disagreements openly?
- What signs show children learning conflict skills?
A Different Perspective
Children may still be affected by hidden tensions.
![“I don't like being away from home. That's one reason why I don't work as much as I used to [when I started my career], because so many things are on the road. I just don't want to be away from my husband, my dogs and my home. I don't sing that much any more because that also takes you on the road.” quote by Jane Powell](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/07c/jane-powell-36243_away_i-don-t-like-being-away-from-home-that-s_278.jpg)
