In families, children should be taught that we all make mistakes and that it is good to apologize for them. It is known how frustrating it is when you sincerely apologize to someone and they refuse to accept it and prefer to let it go or simply break the relationship if you know how you feel when they have done that to you, you do not have to do it to others.
After a fight or an argument in the family, there should always be an apology from those involved. It's easier to forgive someone when they give you the opportunity to do so. Asking for forgiveness is very important because it is the beginning of letting go of resentment.
Similarly, it is much easier for harmony to exist in a family when love is accepted. Especially when in your childhood you have felt that you were not loved enough, now with your children you can patch that up and feel better.
Having a good, healthy relationship with your children takes a lot of work, but it is also very rewarding. Sharing your life with someone you love can be one of the best things you could do ... and when they are your children, life takes on meaning.
When your children or your partner tell you that they love you, believe it because it is true. Accept that love for what it is and not for what you want. If you have a good relationship and you have realized that you cannot have high expectations, accept it too. Not everyone is capable of express their feelings in words but that does not mean they do not love you with all their heart.
Accept that the person you are with or any of your children may not show love in the same way as you. Some people need to hear nice things and others need to have a good time together. We all need different things to feel loved. It's not always easy, but it should always be worth it.