Mothering    a    Monster

Sometimes it’s hard to Love a Child

 

A person could clash with anyone — a coworker a relative a neighbor. It’s understandable that a person would occasionally or even frequently clash with his or her spouse. But no one expects a mother to clash with her child. It seems “unnatural” and possibly unforgivable.

I just don’t like her. She screams at me and everyone else in the house. Everything has to be her way or we’re all in trouble. I can’t wait for her to grow up and leave home.

Children like everyone else can be likeable or unlikeable. In fact the characteristics that others find appealing exist in people of any age from babies to the elderly. Children and adults with calm energy and ready smiles kind words generosity and patience are pleasant for us to be around. Those who convey acceptance and approval make us feel welcomed comfortable and safe.

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