As in life, in families, truth alone can be a deadly weapon. Speaking the truth without compassion can destroy love. Some parents tend to focus so much on proving the hows and whys of their being right that they ignore the need for compassion. This often leads to bitterness, disappointment and hostility. When in that type of situation, no amount of fact (i.e. truth alone) will penetrate the bitterness and disappointment. It just leads to more distance between family members.
Adapted from a book by Haim Ginott.
Dr.Baya Mebarek, Psy.D.,LMFT
www.sandiegofamilytherapy.net
Dr. Baya Mebarek
Dr. Baya Mebarek is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California. She specializes in couple therapy, pre-marital therapy, and in the treatment of children, adolescents, adults, couples and families dealing with depression.
