And you don't force the love or trust or…

And you don't force the love or trust or respect on him-after all, that would make those things conditional-you simply give them, understanding that at some point, the adolescent's bargaining will fail and he'll under stand the value of unconditionality when he's ready.

— from The Instruments (Awareness/Perception/Expectations)

Also belongs to

• Who Is Flying (Self, Nature & Nurture)
• The Mind in the Cockpit
• The Heart in the Cockpit (Emotion/Awe/Anxiety/Regret/Empathy)
• Expanding Your Range (Growth/Change/Education/Learning/Habit)

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