Belonging Quote by Rib Hillis
“I was very fortunate. I had a great group of friends in my life, and family, and so I felt a sense of safety and belonging that ... as you grow older, you realize that not everybody does feel that. And there's particular certain groups of kids who always feel like outsiders. But I was very fortunate.”
About This Quote
He reflects on feeling safe and belonging due to supportive friends and family, noting many youths feel excluded.
In simple terms: Feeling safe because of supportive people.
Cultivate supportive communities.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- school environments
- family dynamics
- community building
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we extend belonging to outsiders?
- What actions foster inclusive groups?
Not everyone has such support; isolation persists.