'Children Need Lots Of Hugs And Kisses'

In our nation there are many fathers who have grown up without an affectionate father themselves, and so often find it difficult to grasp the concept of showing affection to their own children. Although this situation is in itself unfortunate, it is still able to be overcome and an opportunity to 'turn our lemons into lemonade'.

For children that have grown up in a house where affection is readily shown, it's no big deal, it's 'the norm' and they have never known anything else. They have however reaped a huge harvest emotionally in comparison to those who lacked this most basic family element.

Whatever standard we set in the home becomes 'the norm', and our children just accept that this is 'the way family is done' everywhere. When in later life they find out that some other children don't receive the loving affection that they grew used to, they are often amazed and find it difficult to understand.

Children instinctively understand that they need the loving affection of both their parents to grow strong and secure emotionally. An outward display of caring and loving emotion tells the child in a practical way that they are accepted in this family, and helps them to have a strong foundation in life on which to build a future.

All human beings require the touch of another to impart acceptance and hope into our hearts. Giving the children lots of hugs and kisses regularly sets the standard in the family and helps build the emotional strength they need to prosper in life.

Warm Regards
John Nolan
Dads Uni

(Mark 10 v 16)
¹⁶And He took them up in His arms, laid His hands on them, and blessed them.

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