Tiny Buddha worthy of love -
We didn’t do love in my family growing up. It was busy, busy, busy in our house. Everything was about practicality, working super hard, and getting things done. And done well.
Adults rarely showed affection with each other—something about it being inappropriate in public, my brain remembers. We were taught not to talk about personal things. Life felt secretive and awkward.
As an adult, I ached to be loved. It hurt to be so alone.
It took me a long time to realize that I didn’t really know how to love. And yet, it’s supposed to be an innate trait. Even newborn babies demonstrate the instinct to love, and the need to receive love back.
What It Means to Love: 9 Steps to a Strong Relationship - Tiny Buddha
All the best!