Quote by Meryl Streep

There's no road map on how to raise a family: it's always an enormous negotiation.

There's no road map on how to raise a family: it's always an

Summary

This quote emphasizes the complexity and uncertainty involved in raising a family. There are no predetermined rules or clear guidelines for the perfect way to navigate parenthood and manage a family. It highlights that parenting is a continuous process of negotiation and compromise. Each family is unique and requires constant adaptability, communication, and decision-making, as individuals in the family try to align their needs, desires, and perspectives. Through this ongoing negotiation, families discover their own paths and dynamics, shaping their own version of successful family life.

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By Meryl Streep

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