Morrison had a number of beautiful thoughts on the matter but one passage in particular stands out. In a series of interviews, published in the book Toni Morrison and Motherhood, the author spoke to writer Andrea O’Reilly extensively about her thoughts on parenting and the link between being a mother, being an artist, and discovering your best self. In it, Morrison explained why becoming a parent isn’t restrictive, but instead, deeply liberating. As we all mourn the passing of Morrison and celebrate her fantastic and deeply powerful body of work, this is a quote all parents should remember. Children make you better. If you’re having a hard day as a parent, and if you feel like you’ve lost your independence as a person, take a second to reflect on this insight from one of the world’s greatest writers. Parents are liberated by their children, and great writers like Morrison help to liberate our thoughts.
