Dear Leentje,

You received a lot of love, attention and acceptance yesterday. I am very proud of you. Atta girl. I see how anxious and ashamed you feel today. How awful. This is old pain. We cannot control how others behave. Believe: I will communicate your boundaries, emotions and needs, if necessary with the help of others. You are safe. Hold my hand. Believe: those who make eyecontact are trustworthy in that moment. Let’s count how many times this is true. Receive their love, attention, acceptance. You belong. You are loved. You are important, magnificent and of value the way you are. You got this. I believe in you.

Much love,

Loreen