Respect children because they're human beings and they deserve respect, and they'll grow up to be better people.
Benjamin SpockI would say that the surest measure of a man's or a woman's maturity is the harmony, style, joy, and dignity he creates in his marriage, and the pleasure and inspiration he provides for his spouse.
Benjamin SpockCan we make a better world for our children? I believe we can, if enough people are concerned and get involved in changing what is wrong with society.
Benjamin SpockDon't take too seriously all that the neighbors say. Don't be overawed by what the experts say. Don't be afraid to trust your own common sense.
Benjamin SpockHaving a good time together is the essence of lovingness and the best means of increasing it.
Benjamin SpockIt's an ideal existence. Out in the open. Berating the president of he United States... I'm free to thwart and torment the authorities - that is to say, I can get out my hostilities - because I'm protected in my conscience by the knowledge that what I'm doing is morally right. I've never been so relaxed. I've never been so happy.
Benjamin Spock