Strong families use the word 'we' a lot, but 'I' is never forgotten. Family members know they have the freedom to go off on their own, even if the direction is one that 'we' have never followed before. The family message is, 'We're behind you, so you can be you.'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Strong families balance collective identity with individual freedom and support.
- In plain terms
- Healthy families support individual members' unique paths while staying together.
- What can you take from it?
- Support individual growth within a family unit.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Does your family support your unique path?
- How do you balance 'we' and 'I'?
Another view
Not all families have the resources to support individual divergence equally.
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