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Having children takes the focus off yourself, which I'm really grateful for. I'm so tired of thinking about myself. I'm sick of myself. You feel you want to be there and not miss out on anything. It's a true joy and a very profound love. You can write a book, you can make a movie, you can paint a painting, but having kids is the most extraordinary thing I've ever taken on.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Having children shifts your focus from self-centered thoughts to nurturing and loving others.
In this quote, Brad Pitt expresses the profound and transformative experience of parenthood. He emphasizes how having children redirects one's attention away from self-absorption and fosters a deep, joyful love that surpasses other creative endeavors. This sentiment highlights the extraordinary bond and fulfillment found in the responsibilities and experiences of raising children, which he regards as the most significant undertaking of his life.
Themes
ParenthoodLoveFamilyJoySelflessness
In practice
Example use cases
A friend is sharing their experience of becoming a parent during a get-together.
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