There was a period of time when my son had closed himself off from me. During that time I gave him all the space he needed as it is something all young men and women go through in order to find themselves. At night though I would go into his room, wished him a good night, gave him a kiss on top of his head, and then left him alone. After almost a year he started coming around and opening up on his own when I would come to say good night. Now we end up having long conversations and have built a very strong bond.
Showing tenderness and being physically affectionate is so important, especially for your children. Your consistency, loving presence and physical touch, even if it is only two words and one kiss on the top of the head for a year or however long it takes, are all integral parts of the bonding process, through highs and lows, no matter what.
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