Welcome to The Daily Quote – a podcast designed to kickstart your day in a positive way. I'm your host, Andrew McGivern, for May 15th.

It’s International Family Day – a day to celebrate the people who know all your embarrassing childhood stories and insist on bringing them up every holiday dinner. Whether you're part of a big, loud clan or a quiet, tight-knit unit, today’s about recognizing the connections that shape us most deeply – for better or worse.

So in the spirit of family, here’s your quote of the day from Jane Howard, who once said:

"Call it a clan, call it a network, call it a tribe, call it a family. Whatever you call it, whoever you are, you need one."

ane Howard was an American journalist, author, and editor known for her insightful explorations of human relationships and cultural identity. She wrote for publications like Life magazine and authored several books, including Families, which delved deeply into the meaning and structure of family life.

There’s a comforting truth tucked inside these words – no matter how you define it, family is less about biology and more about belonging. It’s the people who show up, who stand by you, who remember your weird phase and love you anyway.

Jane Howard’s quote reminds you that no one is meant to go through life solo. Whether it’s your relatives, your chosen family, or even that one friend who knows your coffee order better than your birthday – these connections are the safety net that catches you when life decides to do a backflip without warning.

So today, take a moment. Text your sibling, call your grandma, or send a meme to your best friend – whatever your “tribe” looks like, let them know you’re glad they’re part of it. And if you’re in one of those families that shows love through sarcasm... well, that counts too.

I hope you carry this quote – and maybe a smile – with you through the rest of your day.

I'm Andrew McGivern, signing off for today... but I'll be back tomorrow.

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