Small children naturally turn injury done to them into dislike of themselves. [...] They hate themselves rather than doubting those who should be protecting them; shame replaces anger. It feels, on balance, like the safer option. #TheSchoolOfLife

Small children naturally turn injury done to them into dislike of themselves. [...] They hate themselves rather than doubting those who should be protecting them; shame replaces anger. It feels, on balance, like the safer option. #TheSchoolOfLife

— English Quotes (@english_quotes) Oct 15, 2025