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Generation Gap
love; it is attachment. Love that is constant is God’s love. It wins
everyone over. I for myself do not wish to win over anyone, but
they surrender to my love. People have not yet seen true love.
True love exists in the heart of a Gnani Purush. This love is absolute
and unconditional. The Gnani’s love is God’s love.
(P.119)
I get along very well with children. They make friends with
me. As soon as I enter their homes, even the little toddlers would
come and welcome me in. You pamper them, whereas I treat
them with love. I do not pamper them.
Questioner : Dada can you explain the difference between
pampering and loving our children?
Dadashri : After being away from his child for two years,
a father is so overwhelmed that he hugs his child in a very tight
embrace. The child feels smothered and bites his father’s arm so
that he would release him. Is this the way to show your love for
your child?
Questioner : So what should a loving father do?
Dadashri : He should be gentle. He should simply pat the
child gently or stroke his hair. This would make the child happy.
(P.121)
Never hit your child. Instead, gently run your hand over his
head and explain things to him calmly. He will become good when
you give him love.
(P.123)
BAD HABITS ARE OVERCOME IN THIS WAY
Dadashri : Do you drink alcohol? Do you contaminate
your body in this way?
Questioner : Yes, sometimes I do, when there is stress at
home. I am being honest with you.