The child within

Ellen says: There is within each of us a child. A child who, to one degree or another, did not receive the parenting he or she wanted. There was not enough love or care or support.

We keep looking for someone to be the good parent., someone to count on. We demand that our own parents change and apologize  for their mistakes. or inadequacies. They often become defensive and refuse; they didn't have a total parent, either.

There is only way to get superb parenting of the child who will always be within you. Only one person truly knows what child wants. Only one person will, or can love, nurture that child to point of peace and joy. Only one person can be the good mother, father brother, sister. You are your best parent and friend.

Accept, love and care for the child within you.