The article examines the life of the Buddha, who lost his mother shortly after birth, and how this loss influences his teachings on attachment and suffering. It explores the psychological impact on boys who lose their mothers early, indicating that they face unique challenges in forming attachments and dealing with abandonment issues. The piece suggests that these early experiences may shape their future relationships, particularly with women. Additionally, it calls attention to cultural narratives surrounding motherless children, highlighting the scarcity of stories that address the needs of motherless sons specifically.
"The core teaching in Buddhism is that life is suffering, dukkha, and one of the causes of suffering is attachment or clinging to people, ideas, and things..."
"Boys who lose a mother at an early age experience disrupted attachment styles and are vulnerable to separation anxiety, fears of abandonment, and difficulty with cognitive functions..."
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