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The demonstration
of affection was always hungered. When
it is not readily bestow on anyone of us, we would start to wonder why we were
less loved. Loved is not easy to
quantity or measure. But love is always
hungered for. The feeling of less love
can caused a child to fell worthless, unlovable, insecure, and even
damaged. Failing to express love and affection,
qualities as a form of abuse.
We are all shaped
by our childhood experiences. Studies
have shown that we are more susceptible to emotional turmoil and psychological
disorders when our foundation years are worked by negativity. Love your children fairly, if not
equally. Hug them often, be there for
them. A mother needs to bond with her
baby and the power of touch in conveying love should not be underestimated.
There is more
evidence than ever that a mother’s love acts as a template for love
itself. It has far reaching effects on
the child’s development and ability to love throughout life. Psychotherapist Sue Gerhardt, in her book: Why Love Matters, says our adult life is
influenced by infancy despite our inability to remember babyhood. The development of the brain can affect
future emotional being.
A healthy
self-esteem is a child’s shield against the challenges and obstacles that come
their way in life. Children who are
happy and confident are better equipped to handle conflicts and cope with
pressure. Parents attack their child
emotional development and sense of self-work when they fail to provide an
environment that assures the child of love and security. No amount of expensive toys can replace your
love although they may not realize it themselves.
Irene Leong
Home Span: Why Love Matters
The Sun: Urban Parenting
On Wednesday, June 13, 2012
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