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What does it mean?
Parents endure pain or challenges as part of raising children.
In plain terms
Children cause parents pain while learning.
What can you take from it?
Parenting involves sacrifice and resilience.

Where it applies

  • raising children
  • family dynamics
  • education

Putting it to work

  • be patient
  • support growth
  • accept challenges

Questions to consider

  • What sacrifices have you made for others?
  • How do you handle pain?

Another view

Children should not intentionally hurt parents.

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