OUR CHILDREN'S NEEDS
Our
Children's Needs - Part 1
A human being is
pretty much formed and programmed in his or her concepts about himself or
herself and the surrounding world by the age of eight.
Our
Children's Needs - Part 2
Children need to feel
secure. Few feel secure when there are conflicts occurring around them.
Our
Children's Needs - Part 3
Everyone likes a pat
on the back, recognition, strokes, praise or affirmation of his or her
ability, goodness and worthiness. Our children have not yet formed images of
themselves and need these positive inputs even more than adults.
Our
Children's Needs - Part 4
Worry is a direct message to our children that we do not feel secure, that we
do not feel able to face the tests and difficulties of life.
Our
Children's Needs - Part 5
Children want to learn. They need to learn. Their survival and growth depend
on it.
Our
Children's Needs - Part 6
What can parents do about this situation? How can we provide a home
environment that will stimulate the process of holistic learning for our
children?
Our
Children's Needs - Part 7
Communication is the process, which opens up a
channel of love, understanding and union between people. When it is lacking,
no amount of money, education or material goods can bridge the gap that is
created.
Our
Children's Needs - Part 8
We can remember how we felt when we were children. We can spend time
remembering our various experiences feelings and needs which we had when we
were children.