>>> The Four Hidden Emotional Needs of a Child <<<
I have a piece of paper secured to the side of my refrigerator that I was given when working as a school psychologist. I’ve kept it for years in its current location because of its importance. I often pass by and steal a quick look at its contents. It doesn’t take much…. just a glance, but it serves a purpose. It reminds me to take inventory of whether or not I’ve been doing a good job at meeting my children’s emotional needs. Hopefully, I am not only meeting their basic and physical needs, but their emotional, as well. These are the hidden kind that are much harder to communicate, especially as a child. After all, how many children do you know that come up to their parents and say, “Can you please give me some self worth today?” However, children do articulate their physical needs, such as being hungry, tired, or cold.
Although this list is not exhaustive of all deep-rooted emotional needs, it’s simple… and is universal to all children {Source: Your Child’s Hidden Needs – Bruce Narramore}.
