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What does it mean?
The comment highlights the failure of a parent to communicate with a child, implying that lack of interaction leads to lack of knowledge.
In plain terms
If a parent does not talk to their child, the child will not learn anything.
What can you take from it?
Consistent communication is essential for a child to learn and connect.

Where it applies

  • parent child relationship
  • childhood development
  • neglect

Putting it to work

  • talk to your kids
  • engage daily
  • share information

Questions to consider

  • How do children learn from parents?
  • What counts as communication?

Another view

It oversimplifies parenting by focusing only on verbal communication.

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