Showing love and affection has a huge impact on a child’s personality. She becomes more self-confident, allowing for her feelings and emotional intelligence to develop. Studies have shown that showing children love fulfills their need to feel safe, strengthening their ability to adjust to their surroundings. Making a habit out of hugging your child, affectionately greeting her when she wakes up or comes home, kissing her, and playing with her improves her psychological health and sense of self-worth.