Michael Owen doesn't tell his children he loves them - how big a deal is that?
Summary
Michael Owen, a former England footballer, said he never tells his children he loves them but shows it through his actions. This has started a discussion about how parents express love and whether saying "I love you" is necessary for kids to feel cared for.Key Facts
- Michael Owen said in a podcast he never says "I love you" to his children.
- He believes his actions show his love more than words.
- Some parents agree, others think saying the words is very important.
- Experts say children need to feel safe, valued, and emotionally secure, through words and/or actions.
- Educational psychologist Dr Patricia Britto says hearing "I love you" is not the only way kids feel loved; actions matter a lot too.
- Parenting expert Aaron Dale explains words and actions should work together to show love.
- Owen mentioned he is "getting softer" but still does not say those words aloud.
- Discussion touches on how gender, culture, and generations influence how fathers show love.
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