Quote by: Erich Fromm

The mother-child relationship is paradoxical and, in a sense, tragic. It requires the most intense love on the mother's side, yet this very love must help the child grow away from the mother, and to become fully independent.


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Author Bio


  • NameErich Fromm
  • DescriptionGerman social psychologist and psychoanalyst
  • BornMarch 23, 1900
  • DiedMarch 18, 1980
  • CountryGermany
  • ProfessionPsychologist; Philosopher
  • AwardsHumanist Of The Year