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My Father Taught Me Love Is Something You Earn; He Was Wrong
“One of the hardest things I’ve had to understand is that closure comes from within. Especially difficult if you’ve been betrayed by someone you love because you feel like you gotta let them know the pain they caused, but the peace you seek can only be given to you by you.” ~Bruna Nessif A photo of …
It's concerning how some parents enforce a rigid, unearned sense of love as a way to control their children's behavior and emotions. Love, especially in the context of family, should be earned through mutual respect, effort, and communication, not as a right or a prerequisite for basic affection. The article highlights a missed opportunity for growth and understanding between parent and child.