As children, we all know that our parents are an important part of our lives. As we grow, the relationship we build with our parents can sometimes be hard and stressful, but it ultimately plays a vital role in shaping our personalities and our adulthood. A phrase that almost all of us hear from our parents: “When you become a parent you will understand”- although annoying when we first hear it, turns out to be true eventually.
A parent-child relationship is one that is very rewarding and fulfilling. It is a special bond that helps a child develop and grow into a functional human being. Much of a child’s future relies on the type of relationship he/she has with their parents. Therefore, it becomes every parent’s responsibility to ensure that their children are equipped with all the necessary values and principles to lead a successful and happy life.
Parents play the biggest role in our development
~ Henry Ward Beecher
When we're young, parents prepare us for the future
~ Plato
A parent's love is whole no matter how many times divided
~ Robert Brault
Children begin by loving their parents; as they grow older they judge them; sometimes they forgive them
~ Oscar Wilde
First your parents, they give you your, but then they try to give you their life
~Chuck Palahniuk
All that I am or hope to be, I owe to my mother.
~ Abraham Lincoln
Parents aren't the people you come from. They're the people you want to be, when you grow up
~ Jodi Picoult
My parents are my backbone. Still are. They're the only group that will support you if you score zero or you score 40
~ Kobe Bryant
Parents were the only ones obligated to love you; from the rest of the world you had to earn it.
~ Ann Brashares
Love is the chain whereby to bind a child to its parents.
~ Abraham Lincoln
The greatest gift a parent can give a child is self-confidence.
~ Stewart Stafford
My father, he was like the rock, the guy you went to with him every problem
~ Gwyneth Paltrow
Fathers provide not only support but also encouragement
~ Catherine Pulsifer
Some of us can live without a society but not without a family
~ Amit Kalantri
While we try to teach our children all about life, Our children teach us what life is all about
~ Angela Schwindt
Your kids require you most of all to love them for who they are, not to spend your whole time trying to correct them.
- Bill Ayers
We never know the love of a parent till we become parents ourselves.
- Henry Ward Beecher
Parental love is the only love that is truly selfless, unconditional and forgiving.
- T.P. Chia
My parents are my backbone. Still are. They're the only group that will support you if you score zero or you score 40.
- Kobe Bryant
My heroes were my parents, I can’t see having anyone else as my heroes.
- Michael Jordan
The importance of a parent-child relationship
A positive parent-child relationship makes a world of difference when it comes to a child’s social and emotional behaviour and development. By having a positive relationship, a parent ensures that their children develop happy and fulfilling relationships with their peers and loved ones in the future.
Parents around the world follow various parenting methods and techniques, and most of these have a lot in common. Some of the main things to keep in mind while raising a child are that open-mindedness and patience are virtues that help build and nurture a lasting relationship.
Ways to strengthen the bond:
For almost all parents, being affectionate comes easily, but it is essential to remember that this continues from the early childhood stage to early adulthood.
Children, although not very knowledgeable of their surroundings, can almost always sense negative and positive emotions, that’s why it is crucial to remain positive whatever the situation might be.
Listening and communicating with a child is one of the ways to ensure that the parental bond that is built is strong and non-judgmental.
Being emotionally present and encouraging is another important factor that plays an important role when raising a child.
Enough time must be given to the child to show him/her that she/he is loved and valued. This can be done in many ways, such as eating meals together, partaking in activities together and ensuring that the parent is there whenever the child needs them, no matter how small the need is.
As children grow older, they need to realise that this bond between parent and child is a two-way street. Just as parents work hard on building a positive relationship with their children, it is up to the children, as they grow up, to invest time and effort into this bond so that it can continue to grow and prosper.
Feeling confused about how to navigate your parent-child relationship? Please take a look at our list of quotes for some inspiration.
Conclusion
According to research, a child who shares a secure bond with his/her parents is more likely to be able to handle stressful and emotional situations.
A parent is an integral part of a child’s life; without a parent’s guidance, children tend to struggle all through their lives. A parent acts as a child’s strength when they first come into the world. Children need to remember that their parents are also human beings with similar emotions and experiences.
More than anything else, parents want to feel appreciated and loved for all that they do. Therefore, it is essential that children realise their importance and spend time with their parents and tell them how much they are valued.
Did these quotes help you with your parent-child journey? If so, please do share them with your friends and family!
Top 20 Parents Quotes
- Parents play the biggest role in our development. ~ Henry Ward Beecher
- When we’re young, parents prepare us for the future. ~ Plato
- A parent’s love is whole no matter how many times divided.~ Roger Brault
- Children begin by loving their parents; as they grow older they judge them; sometimes they forgive them.” ~Oscar Wilde
- First your parents, they give you your life, but then they try to give you their life.” ~ Chuck Palahniuk
- All that I am, or hope to be, I owe to my mother.” ~ Abraham Lincoln
- Parents aren’t the people you come from. They’re the people you want to be, when you grow up.” ~ Jodi Picoult
- My parents are my backbone. Still are. They’re the only group that will support you if you score zero or you score 40.” ~ Kobe Bryant
- Parents were the only ones obligated to love you; from the rest of the world you had to earn it.”~ Ann Brashares
- Love is the chain whereby to bind a child to its parents.” ~ Abraham Lincoln
- The greatest gift a parent can give a child is self-confidence.”~ Stewart Stafford
- My father, he was like the rock, the guy you went to with every problem.” ~ Gwyneth Paltrow
- Fathers provide not only support but also encouragement.” ~ Catherine Pulsifer
- Some of us can live without a society but not without a family.”~ Amit Kalantri
- While we try to teach our children all about life, Our children teach us what life is all about.” ~ Angela Schwindt
- "Your kids require you most of all to love them for who they are, not to spend your whole time trying to correct them." - Bill Ayers
- "We never know the love of a parent till we become parents ourselves." - Henry Ward Beecher
- "Parental love is the only love that is truly selfless, unconditional and forgiving." - T.P. Chia
- "My parents are my backbone. Still are. They're the only group that will support you if you score zero or you score 40." - Kobe Bryant
- "My heroes were my parents, I can’t see having anyone else as my heoes." - Michael Jordan
