Growth

Whether it is myself and my own self-image limiting my growth, or some outside source limiting me, love allows me to expand and grow.  I know of no circumstances where things like judgment, criticism or harsh words, promote long-term changes in behavior, though they can certainly cause short-term changes, out of fear, which can be beneficial at times.  Personally, most of the tme, I am more interested in long-term or permanent changes in my attitudes and behaviors.  It is best for me to view myself as a perfect child of God who also has ample space to grow and change.