The Hate You Give

THE HATE YOU GIVE By: Sikolwethu Mthethwa Shed a tear for the kids who never had a compassionate witness to all their pain Caregivers quick to label them  dramatic or insane Shed another tear for kids whose attempts to impress their guardians  were in vain So they Decided to curl up and "stay in their lane" Without empathy and compassion can we be sensitive to the pain of others? A strong message to the dismissive mothers and fathers Nothing is more dangerous than a child that wonders: "Do my parents even love me? " "Why does everyone else seem to be above me? " Thoughts that leave em broken and insecure Dont ever be too busy to ask if they're okay until you're sure. Coz neglect pierces the spirit to very the core And if you spot withdrawal Keep the suspense of drug use at a minimal Do away with blaming outside influence Rush to the rescue before they lose their innocence Approach swiftly but softly Be sincere and immerse yourself wholly In the struggles and pain of your child Know that to them their struggles are anything but mild Listen actively without passing harsh judgments Your words of comfort are never to be just cold statements Be tender and gentle For your aim should be to mend and not dismantle In your presence your child should feel secure Smother them with unconditional love until their heart is no longer sore With goodness in their heart They will once again be pure Know that a parent can always do more To support, love and guide their kids as they grow For nothing compensates for consistent emotional support...