It's especially hard to admit that you made a mistake to your parents, because, of course, you know so much more than they do.

Sean Covey
It's especially hard to admit that you made a mistake...
It's especially hard to admit that you made a mistake...
It's especially hard to admit that you made a mistake...
It's especially hard to admit that you made a mistake...
About This Quote

The idea that you know more than your parents is a common cliché. The problem is that, when you put it like that, it sounds like total arrogance. The real idea is that you know enough to make the correct decisions for yourself and to be able to communicate your ideas to others. It isn’t selfish or arrogant to want to make good choices for yourself, but instead it is the mark of someone who cares about themselves and who knows they are right about what is best for them.

Source: The 7 Habits Of Highly Effective Teens: The Ultimate Teenage Success Guide

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