In "Sleeping Giants," René Denfeld critiques the harmful practice of holding time, originally proposed as a remedy for attachment disorders. She emphasizes that such forceful interventions, which include pinning down children, create trauma instead of healing. The article underlines that true emotional connection can only be established through authentic love, security, and respect for a child's autonomy. Denfeld’s perspective shines a light on the resilience of children and challenges outdated beliefs about attachment therapy, advocating for compassionate approaches that do not sacrifice a child's sense of safety.
The coercive methods of holding time often retraumatized already vulnerable children, reinforcing a sense of powerlessness and fear, rather than fostering trust.
Healing takes time; true love and security cannot be forced, only earned through safety, consistency, and the child’s right to autonomy.
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