4 Ways to Connect with Your Inner Child

The inner child is a source of strength since early experiences can play a significant part in your development as an adult.

This can go both ways, though: When childhood experiences negatively affect you, your inner child may continue to carry these wounds until you address the source.

1. Open mind Open heart

We contract with ourselves when we are children based on our best survival choices. Those choices aren’t needed any longer. Find what is missing and help your child feel the comfort of YOU, the adult, providing for what your inner child needs and is asking for.

2. Spend time doing things you used to like doing

I loved riding the waves when I was a child. I would imagine I was a mermaid coming to shore for the first time. I always loved using my body as the board. I connect with nurturing feelings, such as freedom, joy, presence, energy, and excitement. Play Time helps reduce stress, relax, and access creative spaces in your mind.

3. Write a letter to your inner child

Recall a memory from your childhood. If it is unpleasant and does not feel traumatic to be present in the memory, ask your little self what he/she needs to feel comfortable. For example, if she says she’s scared, write to the little girl letting her know “I am in charge and life is safe now. Here are ways I will show you” and begin listing the current reality of safety in your life.

4. Talk to a therapist

Therapy and hypnosis are safe ways to access your inner child. Memories that may be harmful or traumatic to you, are not encouraged to “relive” or visit. Techniques such as Mental and Emotional Release® (MER) and Breathwork can assist in releasing negative emotions without reliving the trauma as they work with the Unconscious Mind. Resulting in a feeling of wholeness and a healthier perspective on life.