Feelings of worth can flourish only in an atmosphere where individual differences are appreciated, mistakes are tolerated, communication is open, and rules are flexible – the kind of atmosphere that is found in a nurturing family. – Virginia Satir
What lingers from the parents individual past, unresolved or incomplete, often becomes part of her or his irrational parenting. – Virginia Satir
Every word, facial expression, gesture, or action on the part of a parent gives the child some message about self-worth. It is sad that so many parents dont realize what messages they are sending. – Virginia Satir
Life is not what its supposed to be. Its what it is. The way you cope with it is what makes the difference. – Virginia Satir
Since 2001, the Patriot Act has provided the means to detect and disrupt terrorist threats against the U.S. Prior to enactment of the law, major legal barriers prevented intelligence, national defense, and law enforcement agencies from working together and sharing information. – Roger Wicker