APAD:Twig is bent, so is the tree inclined

移花接木
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Twig is bent, so is the tree inclined

The meaning is thought to be centered on the idea that early influences have a permanent effect. The early development of a child is based on a mix of nature and nurture. The effects of parental, environmental and peer influences can have a huge impact on a young molding mind. The experiences they go through and lessons they learn can and will shape who they are and how they act later in life.

“As the twig is bent, so grows the tree” was coined in the 18th century by poet Alexander Pope. (Pope, 1734)

"As a tree bends, so shall it grow" is the alternative form of the saying.

最西边的岛上
very true, genes (may) decide one's intelligence &Appearance
最西边的岛上
upbringing (& the 1st book ;-) formed us into who we are ;-)
天边一片白云
不认识“twig"这个词。网上查了一下,CAMPing时经常捡来生篝火。
瓷善家
So true. Early influences from parents, school, friends etc
瓷善家
Shape later development
暖冬cool夏
a mix of nature and nurture.+1
最西边的岛上
"A singleTwigBreaks, butTheBundle ofTwigs isStrong"-Tecumseh
最西边的岛上
evenWithSame upbringing, EveryChild is still different ;-)
移花接木
Shepherds trialed raising wolf cubs 4 shepherd dogs

potential

移花接木
you are what you eat
移花接木
vs branch
瓷善家
You reap what you sow:-)
妖妖灵
今天好高兴,8月份在有惊无险中顺利度过:)
妖妖灵
True.I benefit from my parenal,enviromental,peer influences
妖妖灵
One of my friends in college said,

"If u wanna be a nurse, I would look down to u!”~

Without his words, I don't know what my career would be
 

移花接木
All's Well that Ends Well
天边一片白云
Now, I will never forget. Thanks
天边一片白云
Now. I know. Thanks