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| The writer believes that a beautiful camaraderie makes life a wonderful journey. |
In his 1954 book
Motivation and Personality, Abraham
Maslow explained that humans needed to fulfil their physiological and safety
needs, as well as love and sense of belonging prior to developing
their self-esteem and self-actualisation. According to this theory, humans need
air, water and food to survive, while love and a sense of belonging boosts their motivation to live with confidence and respect – two elements many
children lack today.
The decision to put less fortunate children in welfare
homes under family-based care is justified, wise, thoughtful and
relevant.
Children, including orphans, deserve to live with a family who will be there through thick and thin. It is in our nature to love and be loved, and no
one wants to live a loveless life.
Children need attention as part of their developmental growth,
especially those with disabilities. Children with learning disabilities,
attention deficit hyperactivity, speech and
language disorders, and autism are special and must not be
left out. They need extra attention to be happy.
Being in a family, they will feel appreciated, motivated and protected. These
children need people who have faith in them.
A loving environment can motivate children to study and
succeed. In many cases, parents are the children’s motivation and strength. It is important to note
that education shapes a child’s future. With proper upbringing, they can make their families, schools and country proud. And if families
inculcate moral values and strong fundamentals in these children, they
are likely to become exemplary individuals.
Pediatric surgeon Charles Everett Koop once said: “Life
affords no greater responsibility, no greater privilege, than the raising of
the next generation.” Foster parents are responsible and
compassionate individuals whose noble acts should serve as encouragement to other
parents, especially married couples who face difficulty in having children. Adoption
can give childless couples a chance to build a family while parental love,
affection and acceptance can help children enjoy and appreciate the beauty of
life.
Children are a source of inspiration. Their innocence is
adorable, their smile a blessing, their laughter relieves stress
and their presence can turn a boring day into a bright one.
I believe that nobody will say “no” to a meaningful life.
Courtesy of New Sunday Times
8 February 2015
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