Quote by David Rockefeller

As children we recognized that we belonged to an unusual, even exceptional, family, but the effect was different on each of us.

As children we recognized that we belonged to an unusual, ev

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This quote suggests that all members of a family may perceive their family dynamics differently. As children, they were aware that their family was unique and perhaps stood out from others, but the impact of this realization varied among individuals. It implies that the experiences and perspectives within a family can diverge, and each person's perception of their family's distinctiveness is subjective.

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