There are only two things a child will share willingly; communicable diseases and its mother's age.
Benjamin SpockThe main source of good discipline is growing up in a loving family, being loved and learning to love in return.
Benjamin SpockI agree today that a man has no business trying to tell women what their characteristics are, which ones are inborn, which are more admirable, which will be best utilized by what occupations.
Benjamin SpockParental trust is extremely important in the guidance of adolescent children as they get further and further away from the direct supervision of their parents and teachers. I don't mean that trust without clear guidance is enough, but guidance without trust is worthless.
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 SpockWhen I was 88 years old, I gave up meat entirely and switched to a plant foods diet following a slight stroke. During the following months, I not only lost 50 pounds, but gained strength in my legs and picked up stamina. Now, at age 93, I'm on the same plant-based diet, and I still don't eat any meat or dairy products. I either swim, walk, or paddle a canoe daily and I feel the best I've felt since my heart problems began.
Benjamin Spock