Quote by Rudyard Kipling

Often and often afterwards, the beloved Aunt would ask me why I had never told anyone how I was being treated. Children tell little more than animals, for what comes to them they accept as eternally established.

Often and often afterwards, the beloved Aunt would ask me wh

Summary

This quote conveys the perspective of a child who endured mistreatment but never spoke out about it. The speaker's beloved Aunt wonders why they never sought help or revealed their suffering. The comparison between children and animals highlights the child's naivety and unquestioning acceptance of their circumstances. It implies that children may lack the awareness or vocabulary to articulate and report mistreatment, leading them to endure silently. The quote highlights the importance of recognizing and listening to children, as they may be suffering in silence.

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By Rudyard Kipling

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