In my next life, I...

In my next life, I want to have a mother or father who cares for and has unconditional love for me, so I wouldn't have to go through my childhood and young adulthood figuring it all out on my own. I would like for that parent to not be physically and emotionally abusive, too, and not so completely narcissistic that s/he is void of empathy and incapable of giving or receiving love. Even as an adult, I'd like to be able to turn to a parent for guidance or support when there is a problem, instead of receiving guilt, blame, harsh words, and a lecture on my imperfections. When I do something amazing, or receive an award or compensation for my work, I would like to have a parent who does not belittle what I've done, or try to take credit for it. I would like a parent who does not need constant stroking and praise in order to like me. It wouldn't have to be a great parent, just a usual one with good points and faults like most everyone has. It's good to be a survivor; if it doesn't break you it makes you strong, but next time around, I'd really like to experience the parent-thing everybody I know seems to take for granted.

That is my wish. Do you have one?

Swamp Witch,

It sounds like you have a really great handle on what you didn't receive as a child. I will pray that things will come to you where you are now in your life that you will be able to turn into everything you need for a good life.

With your awareness you can go far.

Feel free to PM me if you like.

Hugs,

EJ

wow, you do have clarity and that will lead you a long ways. I hope for you that in this life you can find peace in ways to salve the wounds from all that you have learned. I still can't understand why or how it is possible for these bodies to make children and not know/understand the first thing about the precious lives entrusted to us. I wish you peace.

SwampWitch,

Yes, my wish is that your wish comes true.

It is my wish, also.

I wish you well,

January