I can relate to this as an adult. You never stop wanting your parent's attention. I think grief makes it louder because there is only one parent to focus on. I am learning quality time is one of my top love languages. I don't just want my parent's presence, but their undivided attention as well. You also see how you can work on being present more as a child when your parent is on autopilot. Undivided attention is needed on both sides. Thanks for sharing.
I can relate to this as an adult. You never stop wanting your parent's attention. I think grief makes it louder because there is only one parent to focus on. I am learning quality time is one of my top love languages. I don't just want my parent's presence, but their undivided attention as well. You also see how you can work on being present more as a child when your parent is on autopilot. Undivided attention is needed on both sides. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you for this. Reminds me that as adults we still carry that child within us who simply wants to be seen, heard, and held with love.
You're welcome. Yes, that child is always there no matter how old we get. Those needs are eternal.
Yes, to eternal. That's exactly what it is.