Unconditional love: definitions, expressions, and psychological perspectives

¶ … unconditional love and who you would spend a day with, if given the chance.

Many of us dream of finding the magic lamp with a genie that would grant our fondest wish. When considering what we would wish for, one desire that comes to many people's mind is being able to spend a day with anyone, whether they are alive, dead or imaginary.

My Godmother

If given the choice of spending just one day with someone, I would welcome the chance to spend it with my godmother, who sadly is no longer alive. Though she was not related to me by blood, she filled the void that was left by my real grandparents.

When I was growing up, I didn't have a happy home life. My godmother, however, was always there for me. She was the one person that could be counted on to love me unconditionally, and for a an unhappy child, growing up in a dysfunctional household, this was like heaven.

The fact I was born on November 21st, which happened to be her birthday, only strengthened our bond.

It was magical to be able to celebrate this special day with such an amazing person. Unfortunately, she died when I was 12, leaving me to celebrate alone with only my memories of past birthdays.

My godmother taught me kindness and how to really love a child. I learned the importance of listening and providing encouragement, and also how to avoid criticizing a child, which can lower their self-esteem and crush their dreams.

When one thinks of my godmother, they are secure in the knowledge she was able to die with dignity. Since she brightened the world with her warmth and kindness, she was loved and cared for until she died.

Though I'm now in my 40's, I have never forgotten the lessons my godmother taught me or the love she gave to me.

She may no longer be here physically, but I know she is still watching over me today as my guardian angel. I strive to preserve her memory by being a living example of what just one person's unconditional love can do.

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