Children Quote by Robin G. Collingwood
“The children of each generation are taught to want what they are taught they must not have.”
About This Quote
Each generation is taught to desire things they are denied, creating a paradox of desire and prohibition.
In simple terms: People want what they’re told they can’t have.
Key Takeaway
Recognize how restrictions create desire.
Themes
society
education
desire
paradox
generational
culture
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
sociological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- education
- parenting
- media influence
- policy
Key Concepts
psychology
social conditioning
freedom
restriction
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do prohibitions increase appeal?
- How can we balance guidance and freedom?
A Different Perspective
Desire can be amplified by prohibition, leading to unintended outcomes.
![“I think it's good that [my granddaughter] here because I lost my parents and now it's great that there's a new generation. And she's taught me new things that I've forgotten. Like, when you're on holiday and see what it's like to see a shell or go into the water for the first time.” quote by Carine Roitfeld](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/339/carine-roitfeld-1355_first-time_i-think-it-s-good-that-my-granddaughter_2674561.jpg)
