Adolescence Quote by Virginia Satir
“Negotiating the adolescent stage is neither quick nor easy. . . . I have often said to parents, "If it isn't illegal, immoral, orfattening, give it your blessing." We do much better . . . if we find and support all the places we can appropriately say yes, and say only the no's that really matter.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The New Peoplemaking, 1988
Parents should give permission for harmless activities while setting firm limits on truly harmful ones.
In simple terms: Allow safe exploration, set firm boundaries.
Key Takeaway
Guide with selective freedom.
Themes
parenting
boundaries
adolescence
Mood
thoughtful
empathetic
Type
parenting
philosophical
When to use this quote
- teen independence
- risk assessment
- family rules
- social media use
Key Concepts
developmental psychology
ethical decision‑making
family dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- What criteria determine a “real” no?
- How do you teach responsibility?
A Different Perspective
Cultural norms may shift what is considered “immoral.”