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“Children will always learn from us. If we are angry, abusive and violent...how can we ever expect them to be peaceful?” quote by Timothy Pina
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““Children will always learn from us. If we are angry, abusive and violent...how can we ever expect them to be peaceful?””

Timothy Pina

About This Quote

Source Interview: Parenting Perspectives, 2015

Children mirror adult behavior; violence be violence breeds more violence.

In simple terms: Kids learn from how we act.

Key Takeaway

Model peace.

Themes

parenting violence learning

Mood

concerned reflective

Type

advice inspirational

When to use this quote

  • family meals
  • school discipline
  • media consumption
  • community programs

Key Concepts

Social learning theory emotional contagion

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you break the cycle of anger at home?
  • What peaceful habits can you model daily?
A Different Perspective

Adults may struggle to change ingrained habits.

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