Loving Your Inner Child
We all carry an inner child within us -- the part that remembers joy, fear, hurt, and wonder. It's the part of us that craves protection from all things bad and scary.
Most of us seem to neglect the child inside. We don't listen to her cries of pain, or acknowledge her anguish, nor do we change direction in things we do to try and make life easier for her. She simply wants to feel safe, valued, and understood.
I found that talking and listening to my inner child every day has helped me in many ways. Old wounds I still spend time thinking about are healing. Situations I used to avoid out of fear or discomfort are less threatening. I am also loving and accepting myself much more.
In the first discussions with her, I imagined her looking like I did when I was 5 years old. I remember pictures of me at that age showing smiles, tears, laughter and sadness. As I connected with her sadness, I asked her why she felt this way. She showed me the ways I had ignored my own needs, pushed aside my feelings, or failed to protect myself emotionally.
She just wants to feel safe.
Every day, I make time to talk to my inner child, my little me. I ask her how she is feeling, what she is thinking, and if she is joyful. I always tell her I love her, that she is worthy, that she is cherished. I thank her for being a special part of me. We have this communication at the beginning of each day. It sets the tone. It helps me stay focused on doing what is best for me, honoring my thoughts and feelings.
Maybe your inner child is waiting for you, too -- not to be fixed, but to be loved.
Love and Light,
Trish
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