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A Child’s Sense of Security, Safety, and Stability

This poem gently reminds us that a child’s sense of security, safety, and stability does not depend on extraordinary conditions or complex systems.

Rather, it is sustained by the everyday presence and care of adults—simple, ordinary acts that are nevertheless indispensable.

What children truly need is not much at all, but the certainty that a loving adult is nearby. Through quiet and tender words, the poem asks us whether we are truly offering that presence.

 

“A Child’s Sense of Security, Safety, and Stability”

 

What children receive from adults

 

Security

Falling asleep quickly at night

Being able to dream happy dreams

Having their side of the story listened to

Smiling simply because someone is there beside them

 

Safety

Learning to greet others properly

Being firmly protected from accidents and illness

Not being exposed to fear or sadness

Being clearly taught what is right and what is wrong

 

Stability

Eating meals together with family

Playing freely and joyfully with friends

Being encouraged even when studying or sports are difficult

Not being bullied even if one’s father or mother is absent

 

Maybe that’s enough

That alone is enough

If there is an adult who truly loves children

Then surely, they can grow up happy

 

 


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