Quote by Virginia Satir

Adolescents are not monsters. They are just people trying to learn how to make it among the adults in the world, who are probably not so sure themselves.

Adolescents are not monsters. They are just people trying to

Summary

This quote encapsulates the understanding that adolescents should not be demonized or stigmatized. Rather, they should be perceived as individuals who are simply navigating the challenging transition from childhood to adulthood. It highlights the idea that adults, with their own uncertainties and insecurities, cannot always claim to have all the answers, further reinforcing the notion that adolescents deserve understanding, guidance, and patience as they learn and grow into fully functioning members of society.

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By Virginia Satir

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