Spring is in the air!
What does springtime mean to you, I wonder? To me it means that, after the long winter and its trials, I have the chance to connect in a renewed way to my sense of life.
When it comes to our children, it's helpful if we can get an idea of what's going on with their sense of life, because it fluctuates. How to clue in? The easiest is to keep an awareness of your child's complexion. Pay attention if the child looks pale. Yes, this can be an indication of illness, but it's also a reflection, a measure of what's going on in the child's soul.
Today the connection between what's happening in our souls and the effect of our emotions on the physical body is well known and well documented. Considering that small children are busy building their bodies for the whole rest of their lives, it's wise to keep an eye on what's going on. Plus, this will be a foundation for you to sense problematic happenings during the challenging teenage years.
If a child looks pale, maybe he or she has suffered a fright, or was upset by a quarrel. Children are usually sensitive to quarrels, even if they themselves are not directly involved, and whether they be between grown-ups or other kids. When you perceive something amiss, take some time to comfort the child and, if he or she can articulate, find out what's wrong. This will help your child feel secure and mitigate the harmful effects.
Lastly, be glad when your child looks rosy!
p.s. I will be taking time out this Easter weekend, and so this will be my last post until Tuesday or Wednesday of next week. May I wish you love and light?
