If children don't love their names, I'll bet that their parents used their names to discipline them. If Steven's parents only say "Steven!" when what they mean is "I'm very angry with you right now!" "Stop that this minute!" or "Here comes a spanking!" then Steven will learn to associate his name with something he doesn't like. I would try to save a child's name for happy occasions, like meals and playtime, or at least to keep it neutral. If you must scold a child, it's better to leave the child's name out of it.
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