Be good Quote by Polly Berrien Berends
“Especially with our first child, we tend to take too much responsibility--both credit and blame--for everything. The more we wantto be good parents, the more we tend to see ourselves as making or breaking our children.”
About This Quote
Parents often over‑attribute successes and failures to themselves, feeling excessive responsibility for their child's outcomes.
In simple terms: Parents blame or credit themselves too much for their child's life.
Key Takeaway
Recognize shared influence, not sole control.
Themes
parenting
responsibility
self‑blame
growth
Mood
anxious
reflective
Type
advice
reflective
psychological
When to use this quote
- new parenthood
- school milestones
- disciplinary decisions
- career changes
- relationship counseling
Key Concepts
family dynamics
identity
control
attachment
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance involvement with autonomy?
- What signs show you’re over‑responsible?
A Different Perspective
Blame can be paralyzing and hinder healthy boundaries.
