Greetings and peace be with you ashfaq, I hope you are well today.
On reading the reply from Khalil_Allah, I am reminded of a story from a nun who had worked forty years in orphanages around Africa. She spoke about the need for human contact and care, and how it can affect people’s lives in ways we cannot comprehend.
She said they managed to get girls to work in the orphanage, to feed, clean and look after the babies, but that was not enough. If the babies did not get any eye contact and hugs, and if they were not fussed over, they then refused to drink their milk, they pined away and died.
It seems even at a very young age babies are prepared to harm themselves and die if they lack any meaningful relationships in their life. It seems such a profound need, and I don’t think we ever grow out of needing that human care and kindness in our lives. I don't know if this makes any sense with your brother.
In the spirit of searching and praying for an inner peace that surpasses all understanding.
Eric
On reading the reply from Khalil_Allah, I am reminded of a story from a nun who had worked forty years in orphanages around Africa. She spoke about the need for human contact and care, and how it can affect people’s lives in ways we cannot comprehend.
She said they managed to get girls to work in the orphanage, to feed, clean and look after the babies, but that was not enough. If the babies did not get any eye contact and hugs, and if they were not fussed over, they then refused to drink their milk, they pined away and died.
It seems even at a very young age babies are prepared to harm themselves and die if they lack any meaningful relationships in their life. It seems such a profound need, and I don’t think we ever grow out of needing that human care and kindness in our lives. I don't know if this makes any sense with your brother.
In the spirit of searching and praying for an inner peace that surpasses all understanding.
Eric