Posted by Dinah on August 23, 2005, at 11:07:20
In reply to Re: SLS that was very informative., posted by lynn970 on August 20, 2005, at 13:26:58
I often worry that I worry about my son too much. He inherited my sensitivity and in addition has a healthy dose of guilt and perfectionism. But when I think about it, I wouldn't have him any other way. His thoughtfulness and precocious sense of right and wrong stem from the very qualities that will cause him pain. How can I ever wish he was anything other than the wonderful child I love so dearly?
I do what I can to stabilize the environmental factors. He's been seeing a play therapist who has been wonderful for him. He's much much better than he was in tolerating things. Not all therapists are equal in this. The first one that was recommended to us never got to see him a second time. I've also got him in a school that goes all the way through high school, and that is very child focussed and a perfect fit for my sensitive son. I'll do almost anything to keep him there.
It's important to recognize your daughter's temperament so that you can best serve her needs. And I understand that you don't want her to feel pain. Most parents would far rather be hurt themselves tenfold than to see their child hurting. But if you think on it, I'll bet many of the things you love best about her spring from the same well as the things you worry about.
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